31/08/2026
Wow, what a difference! This project was a huge transformation, with a lot of time, patience and attention to detail going into bringing this beautiful old Georgian property back to life.
Starting from the outside, the tired and outdated black front door was given a complete makeover. After plenty of preparation, sanding and filling, I finished it in Farrow & Ball Joa’s White in a full gloss finish. The result is a much cleaner, brighter and more timeless entrance that really complements the character of the Georgian property.
I then moved inside to tackle this impressive five-storey staircase, which required a serious amount of preparation and attention to detail. The old, battered skirting boards were carefully repaired using a combination of two-part wood filler and Toupret wood filler, filling dents, cracks and imperfections before being thoroughly sanded back to create a smooth, fresh finish. The stair strings were also carefully cut in , helping to define the staircase and make the whole space feel cleaner and more striking.
There was also a lot of wall preparation involved, using wall filler to smooth out imperfections and create a much better surface ready for decorating. Once everything was properly prepared, the walls and ceiling were colour drenched in Farrow & Ball Joa’s White, finished in a beautiful Dead Flat. The windows, door frames and internal doors were also painted in Joa’s White, tying the whole staircase together.
The combination of extensive preparation, repairs, clean lines and a fresh, consistent colour has completely transformed the space. What was once a tired and worn staircase now feels brighter, cleaner, bigger and much more in keeping with the elegance and character of the original Georgian property. A huge amount of work went into this one, but the finished result makes every bit of the preparation worthwhile
