Business Details
43 Years
experience
Expert Painting & Decorating Services in Scottish Borders
Established in 1983, Graham Macdonald Ancrum has built a reputation for excellence in painting, decorating, and tiling across the Scottish Borders. Our team of eight skilled professionals, trained in-house through our commitment to apprenticeships, delivers high-quality work without subcontractors. We specialise in exteriors, interiors, tiling, and new build projects, including heritage conservation.With a focus on reliability and customer satisfaction, we provide free estimates within five days and coordinate all aspects of your project. Recognised for our dedication to craftsmanship, we are proud members of the Scottish Decorators Federation and serve areas including Jedburgh, Selkirk, and Galashiels.
Services
Exteriors
Interiors
Tiling
New Build
Ames Taping
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in painting and decorating
- No subcontractors, all work done by our skilled team of eight painters
- Award-winning commitment to apprenticeship training since 2008
- Free estimates provided within 5 days by Bruce, our experienced representative
- Specialists in heritage and conservation projects across the Scottish Borders
What people say
Delighted with the rooms
High-quality work
Skilled team
Reliable service
Services
Exteriors
We provide comprehensive external painting services, including surface preparation with fungicide and pressure washing. Using premium paints like Keim Mineral Paints and Dulux, we ensure durable finishes for cottages, mansions, and industrial properties. Our team handles access equipment to minimise disruption.
Interiors
Our skilled team delivers high-quality interior painting, wallpapering, and kitchen unit restoration. We prioritise protecting your property during work and offer bespoke colour schemes. Services cater to residential and commercial clients across the Scottish Borders.
Tiling
Specialising in wall and floor tiling using BAL materials, we offer installations and renovations. Services include grout renewal and waterproofing for bathrooms. Bruce, our expert tiler, ensures precision and quality in every project.
New Build
We provide seamless plasterboard taping, painting, and tiling for new builds. Coordinating all finishing trades, we ensure high standards for self-builders and contractors. Our one-point contact system streamlines project management.
Ames Taping
Our ames taping service creates smooth, seamless finishes for new plasterboard installations. This specialist skill ensures durable, professional results for extensions and new properties across the Scottish Borders.
People
Bruce Crockett
Estimator & Project Coordinator
Bruce has worked for Graham Macdonald since 1983, offering expert estimates and project coordination. His deep knowledge ensures client needs are met with precision and care.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide painting, decorating, tiling, and new build services including ames taping and heritage conservation projects.
Do you serve areas outside Jedburgh?
Yes, we cover the main towns and surrounding areas of the Scottish Borders, including Selkirk, Galashiels, and Hawick.
How quickly can you provide an estimate?
We offer free estimates within five days of initial contact, conducted by our experienced representative Bruce.
Are your team members trained professionals?
Yes, our team of eight skilled painters includes locally trained apprentices, with a commitment to apprenticeship programmes since 1983.
Do you use subcontractors?
No, all work is carried out by our in-house team of skilled professionals to ensure consistent quality.
