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The Best Decorating Apps and AI Tools to Help Plan Your Next Room Makeover
If you're planning to redecorate your home in South Devon, knowing what will work in your space before the first brushstroke can save you time, money, and frustration. From colour picking to layout previews, a growing range of decorating apps and AI-powered tools now help you visualise changes, test ideas, and get confident about your choices.
At D&B Decorating, we’re often asked by homeowners in Brixham, Paignton, and the surrounding area how to plan a decorating project more effectively. This expert guide introduces the most reliable digital tools that help you make better decorating decisions before the job even begins.
Why our clients across South Devon use these tools:
- Helps preview colour schemes before buying paint
- Avoids costly decorating mistakes in small or awkward spaces
- Great for planning room layouts around furniture or light
- Useful when working remotely with decorators or designers
- Ideal for landlords and property managers planning upgrades
- All apps included are free or low-cost and widely available
- Trusted by real customers who have used them alongside our services
“Had some decoration done of the interior of an art gallery, which obviously needs to be of a high standard. Great quality work, very responsive, flexible and accommodating in terms of work arrangements and the outcome exceeded expectations. Highly recommend” - Joanna Downer
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Colour Visualiser Apps for Paint Selection
Dulux Visualiser App
Wickes Paint Visualiser
Wickes Paint Visualiser
One of the most widely used decorating apps in the UK, the Dulux Visualiser lets you see paint colours applied to your walls using your phone camera. You can try different shades instantly and save colour schemes before buying paint.
- Platform: iOS and Android
- Cost: Free
Wickes Paint Visualiser
Wickes Paint Visualiser
Wickes Paint Visualiser
A practical browser-based tool that lets you upload a photo or choose from room presets to preview colour combinations using Wickes paint ranges. It's simple to use and helpful for early planning.
- Platform: Web
- Cost: Free
Room Layout & Furniture Placement Apps
Magicplan
Planner 5D
Planner 5D
Designed for simple floor planning, Magicplan uses your phone camera to scan and build an accurate digital layout of your space. It’s ideal for measuring before wallpapering or painting, and particularly useful in older homes where room shapes are irregular.
- Platform: iOS and Android
- Cost: Free (with paid upgrades)
- Website: https://www.magicplan.app/
Planner 5D
Planner 5D
Planner 5D
A well-rated visual layout tool, especially useful for landlords or clients managing property redecorating projects. Drag-and-drop functionality allows you to plan 2D or 3D layouts and test multiple looks.
- Platform: iOS, Android, Web
- Cost: Free (with optional premium features)
- Website: https://planner5d.com/
AI-Powered Tools for Mood Boards and Design Inspiration
Canva (Mood Board Creator)
Canva (Mood Board Creator)
Canva (Mood Board Creator)
Canva offers pre-built templates and drag-and-drop tools to create mood boards for different room types. Ideal if you’re working with a decorator or need to show inspiration for a wallpapering or colour scheme consultation.
- Platform: Web, iOS, Android
- Cost: Free (Pro version optional)
- Website: https://www.canva.com/
RoomGPT
Canva (Mood Board Creator)
Canva (Mood Board Creator)
A newer AI tool that generates different room design ideas based on a single uploaded photo. It can simulate decorating styles such as minimal, industrial, or rustic, which helps clients visualise the potential of a space.
- Platform: Web
- Cost: Free (with limited generations per month)
- Website: https://www.roomgpt.io/
When to Use Digital Tools and When to Call a Pro
These apps and tools are helpful in shaping your vision, but they don't replace the value of working with an experienced decorator who understands South Devon homes, older walls, and unpredictable British weather.
Once you’ve tested ideas using these tools, we’re happy to help bring your vision to life. Whether it’s a bold feature wall, a full exterior repaint, or repairing damp-damaged surfaces before decorating, our work starts where the apps stop.
You can also view our gallery to see how we’ve translated client ideas into real-life results.
Ask Us a Decorating Question
If you have a decorating question or want to know whether an app will help with your project, just ask. You can reach out via our contact page, and we’ll be happy to point you in the right direction or quote for the work if needed.
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Next Steps for Homeowners in South Devon
Planning your room makeover is easier when you can see the outcome in advance. These apps and tools are a helpful first step — and when you're ready to decorate, we’ll take care of the prep, paint, and finish.
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