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Auckland first · Serving New Zealand
From a freshly painted room to a richly textured feature wall, AMING coordinates preparation, plastering and painting across New Zealand. We work on homes and commercial buildings, new builds and renovations, including interiors, exteriors, roofs and fences. Auckland projects are prioritised.
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Residential + commercial · New builds + renovations
We prioritise Auckland Central, the North Shore, West, East and South Auckland, and serve projects across New Zealand. From residential repaints to commercial interiors, agree the preparation, ordinary painting and decorative finish as separate parts of the brief. Site visits, travel and access are planned around the property.
Images on this page are AI-generated concepts. Final materials, colours and textures are agreed using product information and physical samples.
Plastering & surface preparation
Decorative plaster creates the visible final texture. Stopping and skim coating prepare the underlying surface. We define both parts of the scope before work begins.
New-build coatings, occupied-home refreshes and commercial repainting are planned around the condition of the surface, access and the time needed between coats.
Walls, ceilings, doors, trims and existing joinery surfaces in homes and commercial interiors. Choose colour, sheen and washability around light, touch points and use.
Allow for furniture protection, repairs, ventilation, drying and the condition of the existing coating.
Offices, shops, cafes, clinics and shared spaces, from new fit-outs to staged repaints. Coordinate finish durability, access and reopening with the business.
High-touch areas, cleaning products and after-hours work affect the coating and programme.
Weatherboards, compatible masonry, soffits, doors and exterior trim. The coating is selected for the substrate and the building’s exposure.
Assess existing paint, moisture and damaged material; plan cleaning, compatible primers, access and weather windows.
Repainting and protective coating for suitable roof substrates following condition and compatibility checks.
Identify leaks, corrosion and repairs separately. Cleaning, rust treatment, compatible primer, safe access and suitable weather come before the topcoat.
Timber and suitable metal fence coatings, including colour refreshes and finishes coordinated with the building exterior.
Check timber condition and moisture, metal corrosion, existing coatings and access to both sides. Cleaning and preparation determine the result.
We identify the selected coating, cure period and appropriate routine cleaning at handover.
Clean gently once cured, monitor exposed coatings and arrange local repairs or maintenance before deterioration spreads.
Colour, light and material
From a subtle wash to hand-worked plaster, each direction has its own texture and care requirements. Start with the effect, then resolve the actual system.
Soft, layered colour.
A translucent decorative paint effect creates gentle broken colour and movement over a coordinated base colour.
Interior feature walls, living rooms, reception areas and hospitality spaces.
The French Wash system referenced for this service is for interiors. Base colour, application technique and lighting affect the final result. Agree a sample first; use compatible preparation and base coats, and do not assume suitability for direct water exposure.
Follow the selected paint system’s cleaning guidance. Test cleaning in a discreet location; local touch-ups may remain visible in the decorative pattern.
A quiet mineral character.
A matte mineral finish with tonal bloom and a softly weathered appearance. Interior and exterior formulations have different requirements.
Selected interior walls and, with an exterior-rated system, compatible exterior masonry.
Choose the formulation for the substrate and location. Absorption, primer and application change the finish. Some interior limewash surfaces mark more easily than conventional washable paint; a compatible sealer may change colour and appearance. Confirm by sample.
Use gentle care according to the selected system. Avoid scrubbing unsealed surfaces; agree touch-up, resealing or recoating expectations before installation.
Depth shaped by hand.
Thin, hand-applied layers are worked and burnished to create depth, from soft satin to a more polished appearance.
Interior feature walls, entrances, living spaces and selected commercial reception areas.
Resolve substrate stability, corners and lighting before coating. Agree colour, movement and sheen on a sample. Product chemistry and sealer determine use: a polished appearance alone does not establish exterior, shower or waterproof suitability.
Use gentle, non-abrasive cleaning approved for the system. Specialist repairs may be needed to blend colour and burnish; repair visibility should be discussed.
Texture with a purpose.
Fine, granular, stone-like and hand-trowelled textures create surfaces with more tactile depth than conventional paint.
Residential feature walls, retail, hospitality and other interior spaces where material character matters.
A decorative layer does not straighten an unsuitable substrate. Confirm primer, build-up, movement joints, corner details, light and sample. Wet or exterior use requires a system expressly approved for that location; sealed does not automatically mean waterproof.
Use a soft cloth and approved cleaning products. Rougher textures require different care from smooth finishes; retain the sample and product specification for repairs.
An architectural, mineral look.
Decorative coatings and plasters create the colour and texture of concrete on suitable walls, without exposing a structural concrete slab.
Interior feature walls, counters with a suitable specified system, retail and hospitality settings.
Concrete effect describes an appearance, not one material. Confirm the actual wall coating, substrate, sealer and wear limits. It is distinct from polished concrete flooring and from a separately specified waterproof microcement system. Sample trowel movement and colour first.
Clean as directed for the coating and sealer. Protect edges and high-contact areas; test repairs for a colour and texture match.
This is a starting point for selection. Product specifications and site conditions determine the final recommendation.
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| Finish | Appearance | Location | Care | Before specifying |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional paint | Flat to gloss; typically an even colour | Interiors or exteriors with the correct product | Choose washability and sheen for use | Substrate defects and light affect appearance |
| French wash | Soft broken colour; lightly layered | Interior walls | Cleaning and touch-ups depend on the system | Agree base colour and application sample |
| Limewash | Very matte; cloudy tonal variation | Interior or exterior formulation as specified | Some finishes mark easily or need a sealer | Check absorption, substrate and sealer effect |
| Venetian plaster | Smooth; satin to polished | Primarily interior features | Gentle cleaning; specialist repairs | Stable substrate, sample and lighting review |
| Decorative plaster | Fine through granular and stone-like | Location depends on the selected system | Care depends on texture and protection | Resolve edges, movement and sample texture |
| Concrete effect | Matte, trowelled or mineral character | Selected walls and architectural features | Maintain the specified coating and sealer | Appearance does not establish waterproofness |
Scope before pricing
From first inspection to final coat
New work and repainting follow the same principle: the finish must suit the surface beneath it.
Review the existing coating, substrate, moisture, damage, access and interior or exterior exposure.
Confirm colours, sheen and decorative samples under the intended lighting, with scope and quote agreed.
Protect the space, complete agreed repairs and stopping, sand, clean and prime for the selected system.
Build the specified coats or plaster layers, allowing the necessary drying, weather windows and cure times.
Inspect against the agreed scope and sample, complete touch-ups and hand over cleaning and maintenance guidance.
Useful before we start
Yes. We can coordinate GIB stopping, skim coating, agreed repairs, preparation and painting within one scope, or price a focused part of the work. The condition of the substrate and the desired final finish determine the preparation required.
Skim coating is an application process. A Level 5 plasterboard finish is a specified overall result that also relies on framing, lining installation, joint treatment and consistent surface texture and porosity. A skim coat alone does not correct every substrate defect or guarantee a flawless appearance under critical light.
Yes. We assess the substrate, existing coating, exposure and access, then select a compatible preparation and coating system. Roof repairs, leaks, corrosion and damaged boards are identified separately; painting is not a substitute for necessary building repairs.
Only where the specific system is documented for that application. Many decorative plasters and washes are intended for interiors or non-direct-water areas. A sealer or concrete-like appearance does not make a finish a waterproofing system. We confirm the location and product requirements before specifying.
The images are AI-generated concepts showing a general direction. Colours, texture, sheen and hand-applied movement vary with the product, lighting and application. Decorative work is agreed against a physical sample rather than a screen image.
Yes, subject to the condition and safe access. We review existing coatings and defects, protect retained areas and plan drying and access around occupants or business use. Suspect lead paint, asbestos-containing materials or persistent damp requires assessment before sanding or removal.
Surface condition, area and height, repair work, coating compatibility, access equipment, protection, decorative samples, coat build-up and working hours all affect the scope. Exterior work also depends on suitable weather. We identify allowances and exclusions before work is agreed.
We serve customers across New Zealand, with Auckland projects prioritised. Site visits, travel, access and scheduling are agreed to suit the project location and scope.
A room, a building or one feature wall
Share the location, approximate area, existing surface, preferred colour or texture and target completion date.
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