Business Details
42 Years
experience
Expert Commercial Painting Contractors in Leeds
Established in 1984, Greens Decorating Contractors has evolved into a leading commercial painting and decorating specialist across the North of England. As a family-run business, we combine three decades of industry experience with a dedicated workforce of over 50 skilled tradespeople. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evidenced by 85% of our trade coming from repeat clients, including councils, schools, and major corporations. With a proven track record in projects exceeding 1 million, we deliver large-scale refurbishments without compromising the personal service expected of a smaller enterprise. Our team holds CSCS accreditation and undergoes rigorous training to maintain health and safety standards.Constructionline Gold accreditation and decade-long client relationships further demonstrate our reliability. We specialise in commercial, industrial, and public sector projects, offering everything from standard redecorations to specialist coatings like fire retardants. Our approach prioritises minimal disruption to clients' operations, whether working on offices, schools, or heritage sites. This combination of scale, expertise, and personal attention has earned us consistent positive feedback across diverse sectors.
Services
Decorative Painting
Cladding Restoration
Spray Painting
Rendering & Plastering
Protective Coatings
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Flexible approach allowing weekend/after-hours work to minimise business disruption
- Full range of commercial painting services from basic redecorations to specialist coatings
- Trusted by councils, schools, and national corporations for over 30 years
- 85% repeat business rate demonstrating long-term client relationships
- Dedicated team of 50+ skilled, CSCS-accredited painters and decorators
Associations and certifications
- Constructionline Gold
What people say
Completed on time
First-class results
Excellent service
Highly competitive
Professional approach
Services
Decorative Painting
Our team applies all types of decorative coatings for commercial and industrial properties. With over 40 years' experience, we handle everything from standard office redecorations to complex projects requiring specialist finishes. Clients benefit from our expertise in product selection, colour consultancy, and application techniques that enhance property value while maintaining professional environments during business operations.
Cladding Restoration
Specialising in industrial and commercial cladding repairs, we restore building exteriors to their original condition. Our process includes surface preparation, protective coating application, and weatherproofing treatments. This service extends building longevity while improving aesthetics, crucial for maintaining corporate image and property value across retail, manufacturing, and public sector locations.
Spray Painting
We utilise advanced spray equipment for efficient coating application on large surfaces. This technique ensures even coverage and faster project completion times. Ideal for warehouses, factories, and public buildings, our spray painting service maintains safety standards while delivering durable finishes that withstand high-traffic environments and environmental exposure.
Protective Coatings
Our team applies fire-retardant, anti-slip, and chemical-resistant coatings for demanding environments. These specialist systems protect infrastructure in schools, hospitals, and industrial facilities. We provide technical specifications and application guidance to ensure surfaces meet safety regulations while maintaining aesthetic requirements for both internal and external applications.
Rendering & Plastering
Offering traditional and modern rendering techniques, we prepare surfaces for painting while addressing structural imperfections. This service creates optimal base layers for protective coatings in heritage buildings and new developments. Our skilled operatives ensure seamless transitions between substrates, enabling durable finishes that withstand thermal movement and weather exposure.
People
Freddie Tyne
Managing Director
With over a decade at Greens, Freddie oversees all contracts and financial operations. He maintains key client relationships while ensuring project delivery meets both budgetary and quality standards across commercial and industrial sectors.
David Green
Director
Founder of Greens with 20 years' prior experience, David provides technical expertise and strategic direction. He continues engaging directly with major clients for contract management and pricing negotiations, leveraging his industry knowledge.
Geoff Parker
Senior Quantity Surveyor
With 40+ years in construction, Geoff manages cost control and health & safety coordination. He acts as client liaison for key accounts, ensuring projects maintain financial discipline while meeting contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
Robbie McEwan
Contracts Manager
Having joined as an apprentice in 1990, Robbie oversees projects from estimation to completion. His dual expertise in practical execution and management ensures smooth project delivery across diverse commercial and public sector clients.
Jessica Mays
Assistant Contracts Manager
Starting as a painting apprentice in 2018, Jess now supports contract management while maintaining responsive repair capabilities. Her hands-on experience informs practical project planning and client communication.
Questions
What commercial painting services do you offer?
We provide full commercial painting services including decorative coatings, cladding restoration, specialist protective paints, spray painting, and wall rendering for internal/external projects across all industry sectors.
Which areas do you serve?
Primarily operating in the North of England, we handle projects in Leeds, York, Hull, Wetherby and surrounding regions for schools, councils, and commercial organisations.
How long have you been established?
We've been operating since 1984, providing commercial painting services for over 40 years with an 85% repeat business rate from satisfied clients.
Do you offer emergency painting services?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, we offer flexible scheduling including weekend work to accommodate urgent client requirements with minimal business disruption.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain Constructionline Gold accreditation and ensure all operatives hold CSCS cards. Our team follows strict health & safety protocols with NEBOSH-certified coordination.
