Testimonials
Working on an international project always requires a great deal of trust and we can confidently say that Southgate & James always proves deserving. Joe and Jim are kind, patient and incredibly hardworking; all of which is only surpassed by their natural talent. As faux finishers become increasingly far and few between, Southgate & James bring the trade into the twenty first century.
“Joe and Jim were completely dedicated in the rush to get our holiday home ready to a very tight deadline. They are totally reliable and the work was done to the highest standard, both wallpapering and painting. Four years later the house is still in perfect condition. They have a very fine finish and I could not be able to recommend them more highly”
Lucy Leatham. Telfit Farm.
“I cannot rate Jim and Joe’s painting and decorating highly enough. The standard of their work is meticulous and along with their great work ethic, they are charming and considerate. They also have great ideas and have a really good decorative eye, which lifts them above the average”
Harriet Corner. Coverham Abbey, North Yorkshire.
“When I require the best quality for clients I always call on Jim without hesitation. He and Joe are professional painters in every sense of the word. Not only do they achieve high quality work that is so evident in the finished look, it is their knowledge, helpfulness and can do attitude that is so vital in achieving the right outcomes. Both work with you at every level and that is what makes them so much more than just professional painters. Add to that their joyful characters and sense of humour, and you have the perfect balance”
Bradley Viljoen. Bradley Viljoen Design
For high end projects I would always use Jim. He has a great knowledge of design, is full of ideas and solutions, and his attention to detail at all stages of a job is amazing. I never have to worry about the positioning of a motif on a wallpaper, Jim will already have thought that through and planned it out. The key is in the preparation for each room, and the quality of the finish is fantastic. He is also totally reliable and a joy to have around. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending him. As a recent client said, "Jim is the Aston Martin of decorators".
Sarah Coates. Smith and Coates
“What differentiates Jim and Joe from all the other painters and decorators we have used is their incredible dedication to perfection. Critically, they invest a massive amount of time in the preparation of a job, which is the only way to deliver top class results which stand the test of time. As an added bonus, they are also lovely people to have around, I cannot recommend them highly enough.”
Liz Allen. London.