Business Details
43 Years
experience
Professional Painting & Decorating Services in Hobart
Established in 1983, R & T L Tatnell has built a reputation as a trusted family-owned business specializing in residential and commercial painting and decorating services across Hobart, Tasmania. Our team of qualified tradesmen and supervised apprentices deliver premium results using industry-leading products like Dulux AcraTex and Luxafloor, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and OH&S protocols. With decades of combined experience, we pride ourselves on meticulous preparation, attention to detail, and a commitment to minimizing disruption while maintaining property and environmental integrity.Our accolades, including apprentices winning State World Skills competitions, reflect our dedication to craftsmanship and nurturing the next generation of skilled tradespeople. We offer comprehensive solutions from heritage restoration to maintenance programs, backed by warranties for both workmanship and materials, ensuring long-term value for our clients.
Services
Residential Painting
Commercial Painting
Heritage Restoration
Texture Coatings
Floor Coatings
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Family business operating since 1983 with 40+ years combined industry experience
- Qualified tradesmen and supervised apprentices ensure professional results
- Use of premium products like Dulux AcraTex and Luxafloor for durable finishes
- Environmentally responsible waste management with Envirowash systems
- Award-winning apprenticeships program maintaining trade excellence
What people say
Second to none
High quality workmanship
Highly recommended
Pristine exterior finishes
Professional and reliable
Services
Residential Painting
We provide comprehensive residential painting services for new builds and existing homes. Our qualified tradesmen use premium Dulux products to deliver durable, high-quality finishes while maintaining property integrity. With meticulous preparation and attention to detail, we ensure minimal disruption to homeowners during projects ranging from single rooms to entire exteriors.
Commercial Painting
Our commercial painting services cater to businesses requiring professional finishes with minimal operational disruption. Specializing in after-hours work and using fast-drying, low-odour products like Dulux Luxafloor, we maintain your business's professional appearance while adhering to strict OH&S standards. Services include line marking, anti-graffiti coatings, and waterproofing for diverse commercial environments.
Heritage Restoration
Specializing in heritage property restoration, we combine traditional techniques with modern expertise. Our team handles delicate surfaces, lead paint removal, and lime washing while maintaining historical accuracy. With decades of experience, we preserve architectural integrity through careful preparation and authentic finishing techniques for Tasmania's historic buildings.
Texture Coatings
We supply and install Dulux AcraTex textured coatings and Exsulite polystyrene systems for long-lasting exterior protection. Our 5-coat application process creates durable, weather-resistant finishes that enhance building aesthetics. With own scaffolding and equipment, we efficiently complete projects from small homes to large commercial properties.
Floor Coatings
Our eco-friendly Dulux Luxafloor ECO2 coatings provide durable, low-odour flooring solutions for commercial spaces. This waterborne epoxy system withstands medium traffic while allowing businesses to remain operational during application. We ensure seamless finishes for both new installations and maintenance upgrades across residential and commercial properties.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Hobart and throughout Tasmania for residential and commercial painting projects.
Are you qualified painters?
Yes, all our tradesmen are qualified with White Cards and supervised apprenticeship programs.
Do you handle heritage properties?
Yes, we specialize in heritage restoration with expertise in traditional techniques and materials.
Can you work outside regular hours?
Yes, we offer after-hours services to minimize disruption for commercial clients.
What paint products do you use?
We use premium Dulux products including AcraTex, Luxafloor, and Cool Roof Membrane systems.
Do you offer maintenance programs?
Yes, we provide ongoing maintenance plans to preserve paintwork and reduce long-term costs.
