Painter

Joanne Hay

Joanne Hay Decorating

Joanne Hay is a British professional painter, decorator, and content creator known for practical decorating instruction, preparation, cutting in, repairs, paint application, and a large social-media audience built around life and technique in the trade.

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Joanne Hay quick facts

A concise reference for her professional decorating practice, social-media education, and trade advocacy.

Joanne Hay quick facts
Based inNewcastle upon Tyne, England
PracticeProfessional painting and decorating, interior finishes, preparation, repairs, and residential decorating
ExperienceNearly two decades in the painting and decorating trade
Common techniquesCutting in, rolling, filling and repairing cracks, surface preparation, and clean interior finish work
Social mediaLarge audiences across TikTok and Facebook, plus Instagram and YouTube decorating content
RecognitionArroworthy ambassador and 2023 Screwfix Top Tradesperson semi-finalist

Sources: Emperor Paint: Cutting In with Joanne Hay, Insight DIY: Screwfix Top Tradesperson semi-finalists, and @joannehay_decorating on Instagram.

Paint types used

Explore paint types documented in Hay's decorating practice.

Latex Paint

Latex paint is a water-based architectural coating commonly used on walls and other building surfaces.

Enamel Paint

Enamel paint is a broad category of durable coatings that form a hard washable finish.

Surface types used

Explore surface types documented in Hay's decorating practice.

Drywall

Drywall is a paper-faced gypsum panel normally sealed with primer before finish paint.

Wood

Wood is a porous natural material whose grain and previous finish affect paint absorption.