What Decorating Tools Do You Need for Your Job?

The best decorating tools depend on the surface you are working with and what needs to be removed, prepared or cut.

Our decorating hire range can help with jobs such as:

• Stripping wallpaper and other wall coverings
• Softening old paint ready for removal
• Preparing walls before filling and painting
• Cutting tiles for kitchens, bathrooms and flooring
• Tackling preparation work before using brushes and rollers
• Supporting refurbishment and DIY projects where specialist tools make the job easier

For smaller preparation and finishing jobs, our hand tool hire range includes useful equipment for working on walls, timber and other surfaces.

Choosing the right tool at the start can save time and help avoid unnecessary damage to the surface underneath.

Wallpaper Stripper Hire for Old Wall Coverings

A wallpaper stripper is a practical choice when old paper will not come away cleanly by hand.

Steam helps soften the adhesive behind many wall coverings, allowing the paper to be lifted and scraped away more easily. This is especially useful when several layers need removing or you are dealing with stubborn finishes such as woodchip.

A wallpaper stripper may be suitable if:

• Paper is tearing rather than peeling away
• Several layers of wallpaper have built up over time
• Old adhesive is proving difficult to remove
• You need to clear a larger area ready for redecorating

Work in manageable sections rather than trying to steam an entire wall at once. Let the steam loosen the paper, then remove it carefully while the adhesive is still soft.

When Is Wallpaper Steamer Hire Worth It?

Wallpaper steamer hire is often a better option than buying a machine for a one-off renovation or decorating project.

It gives you the right equipment for the job without leaving you with another tool to store afterwards. A steamer can be particularly useful when stripping several rooms or preparing an older property where wall coverings have been added over the years.

The surface beneath the wallpaper matters too. If you are unsure whether steam is suitable for the wall you are working on, speak to us before starting.

Heat Gun Hire for Removing Old Paint

A hot air gun can help soften old paint so it can be scraped from suitable timber and other surfaces before sanding, filling or repainting.

Heat guns are useful for detailed preparation work where layers of paint need to be removed, but they should always be used with care. Corded models need access to mains power, and the working area should be kept clear while the tool is in use.

A hot air gun may be useful when:

• Paint has built up on timber over several redecorations
• You need to prepare a surface before applying a fresh finish
• Scraping alone is taking too much time
• Chemical stripping is not the preferred method for the job

Older paint can contain lead, so extra care may be needed. If the work calls for additional powered equipment, browse our power tool hire range for other tools that may help with preparation and finishing.

Tile Cutters and Other Decorating Equipment

Decorating projects often go beyond paint and wallpaper. Kitchens, bathrooms and refurbishment work may also involve new tiles, flooring or other finishes.

Our tile cutter hire range can help make accurate cuts in suitable tiles. The right cutter will depend on the material, tile size and type of cut required, so it is worth checking the product details before you order.

Other decorating tasks may call for equipment such as dust extraction, suitable filters or additional hand tools to help keep the work area cleaner and make preparation easier.

Why Hire Decorating Equipment from Jackson & Gocher?

Jackson & Gocher Hire Centre has supplied tools and equipment for more than 40 years. We help homeowners, tradespeople, painters and decorators choose equipment for jobs throughout Godalming, Guildford, Farnham, Cranleigh, Milford, Dorking, Basingstoke and surrounding areas.

Hiring means you can use equipment designed for the task, complete the job and return it when you are finished. You also have the option to speak to an experienced team before you order rather than guessing which model or tool type you need.

Find the Right Decorating Equipment for Your Next Project

Browse our decorating equipment range to find tools for wallpaper stripping, paint removal, tile cutting and other preparation work.

Whether you need a wallpaper stripper, wallpaper steamer hire, a hot air gun or other decorating tools, choose the equipment that matches the job or speak to the Jackson & Gocher team if you need a recommendation.

Browse the available products, arrange collection or delivery where suitable, or explore the wider Jackson & Gocher tool hire range if your project needs equipment beyond decorating.