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Smooth Walls.
Lasting Finishes.

Clean, smooth, paint-ready walls — the invisible foundation behind every finish that lasts.

Smooth Walls Long-Lasting Salt-Stain Repair Damp-Free Rust-Free
Smooth Walls
Crack-Free Surfaces Flawless walls, ready for paint
Clean Walls
Salt-Stain Repair Bright walls, free of white marks
Damp-Free
Fresh, Clean Walls A clean, healthy surface that stays clean
Rust-Free
Protected Metal Finishes Long-lasting gates, rails, and trims
Smooth walls included in every paint quote
Fast, free surface check within 24 hours
Wall prep on its own — no painting required
Quality finishes that last — 2-year warranty
Why Prep Matters

A beautiful finish starts at the wall.

A great paint job depends on the surface beneath it. Smooth, properly prepared walls are what make finishes look fresh — and stay that way for years.

Cracks Show Through Paint
Skip the prep and old cracks reappear within weeks — leaving fresh paint looking tired before it has a chance to shine.
White Salt Stains Lift Paint
Common on UAE coastal walls, salt stains push paint off from behind. Treated properly, walls stay clean and bright for years.
Damp Patches Discolour Walls
Painting over damp traps the problem underneath. Walls discolour within months — proper prep keeps them clean and fresh.
Rust Stains Bleed Through
Untreated metal rusts through new paint in a single UAE season. The right prep gives gates and rails a clean, lasting finish.
90%
of a lasting finish comes from proper prep
600+
UAE walls prepared and paint-ready
2yr
Workmanship warranty on every job
48hr
Free wall check, fast turnaround
What We Fix

Walls That Look Right and Last

Every wall is checked carefully so the right fix is matched to it — leaving you with a clean, smooth surface ready for a beautiful finish.

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Crack-Free, Even Walls

Cracks and patches blended away for a smooth, flawless wall — the kind of finish that stays put through UAE seasons.

Smooth WallsFlawless FinishLong-Lasting
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Smooth, Modern Wall Finishes

Rough or textured walls reworked into a clean, flat surface — the perfect base for modern, elegant paint finishes.

Smooth WallsModern FinishPaint-Ready
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Bright Walls, Free of Salt Stains

Common on UAE coastal walls, white salt stains gone for good — leaving clean, bright walls ready for a lasting finish.

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Fresh, Damp-Free Walls

Damp patches and dark marks treated at the source so walls stay clean, healthy, and looking fresh for years.

Damp-FreeStays CleanHealthy Walls
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Deep Surface Cleaning & Refresh

Old, flaking paint cleared away to reveal a clean, sound surface — the right starting point for a fresh new look.

Fresh StartDeep CleanTidy Site
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Smooth, Seamless Ceilings

False ceilings finished flat and seamless — no visible joints, no fixings showing through, just a clean, modern look overhead.

Smooth CeilingsSeamless FinishClean Lines
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Rust-Free, Long-Lasting Metalwork

Gates, railings, and trims protected against UAE heat and salt air — a clean, durable finish that holds its look outdoors.

Rust-FreeLong-LastingProtective Seal
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Refreshed Tiled Walls — No Removal

Bathroom and kitchen tiles given a clean, modern refresh without ripping anything out — fast, tidy, and beautifully finished.

Tile RefreshNo MessModern Look
Real Results

Smooth, Bright, Beautifully Finished

Walls that look fresh today — and still look fresh years from now.

BEFORE
AFTER
Smooth, Crack-Free Villa Wall
A clean, even surface that still looks flawless 18 months on — ready for a long-lasting finish.
Smooth WallsJumeirah
BEFORE
AFTER
Bright Boundary Wall, Salt-Stain Free
White salt stains gone, with a clean, even exterior finish that's still spotless a year later.
Salt-Stain RepairAbu Dhabi
BEFORE
AFTER
Fresh, Clean Bathroom Ceiling
Damp marks gone for good — a bright, healthy ceiling that still looks fresh nine months on.
Damp-FreeDubai Marina
How We Work

Simple, Clear, Done Right.

A clean, easy process from first visit to paint-ready walls — no surprises, no jargon.

1
Free Wall Check

A specialist visits, looks closely, and tells you exactly what your walls need — clearly and honestly.

2
Simple, Clear Plan

A straightforward plan and quote so you know what's happening, what it costs, and how long it takes.

3
Careful, Tidy Work

Walls prepared with care — clean, smooth, and ready for a beautiful finish, with minimal disruption to your home.

4
Paint-Ready Walls

We hand over walls that are clean, smooth, and primed — the perfect base for a finish that lasts.

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2-Year Warranty

Quality work backed by a 2-year warranty. If anything's not right, we come back and put it right.

Pricing

Simple, Honest Packages

Clear starting prices for common projects. Every home is checked first so you get a quote tailored to what your walls really need.

Single Room Refresh
From AED 800

One room left smooth, clean, and paint-ready — the perfect base for a fresh new look.

What's included
Free wall check & clear plan
Smooth, crack-free walls
Clean, even surface
Damp-free, healthy walls
Paint-ready sign-off
Most Requested
Full Villa Interior
From AED 4,500

Every interior wall prepared and paint-ready — a clean, smooth foundation for a beautiful home finish.

What's included
Full home wall check
Smooth, crack-free walls throughout
Damp-free, fresh interiors
Smooth, modern wall finish where needed
Primed and paint-ready
Smooth, seamless ceilings
2-year workmanship warranty
Exterior Refresh
From AED 3,200

A clean, lasting exterior — bright, salt-stain free walls and protected metalwork ready for a beautiful finish.

What's included
Full facade walk-through
Bright, salt-stain free walls
Smooth, even surfaces
Rust-free, protected metalwork
Primed and ready for exterior paint

All prices are starting points. Your final quote is confirmed after a free home visit. Wall prep on its own or combined with painting — both welcome.

Why City Renovations

Quality Walls. Lasting Finishes.

A dedicated wall team, careful work, and quality finishes that last — trusted by homeowners across the UAE.

A Careful Look First

Every wall is checked carefully so the right fix is matched to it — clean results that last, not quick patches.

A Specialist Wall Team

A dedicated team focused only on getting walls clean, smooth, and paint-ready — quality, attention to detail, and no shortcuts.

2-Year Written Warranty

Quality finishes that last, backed in writing. If anything's not right within 2 years, we come back and put it right.

Clear, Honest Quotes

Simple, written quotes — no surprises, no jargon. You'll know exactly what's happening and what it costs.

Built for UAE Homes

Years of experience treating walls across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and RAK — finishes built for UAE heat, sun, and coastal air.

Wall Prep on Its Own — No Pressure

Just need your walls paint-ready? That's fine — we're happy to prep them so any painter can finish the job.

Client Reviews

What Homeowners Say

★★★★★

"We'd had two other painters come and fill the same cracks — both came back within six weeks. Citi actually explained why it was happening — thermal movement — and used a flexible filler rated for it. Eighteen months on, not a single crack has returned."

Mariam Al Hashemi
Crack Filling — Townhouse · Arabian Ranches
★★★★★

"The white powder on our boundary wall had been a problem for years. Every paint job, it came back within a season. Citi sent a specialist, explained the salt table issue, did the chemical treatment, and it's been clean for over a year now. Should have called them first."

Robert Kim
Efflorescence Treatment — Villa · Abu Dhabi
★★★★★

"We just needed the prep done so our existing contractor could paint — Citi were completely fine with that. Treated the mould properly, skimmed the damaged walls, handed it back paint-ready. Professional from start to finish, no pressure to take the paint job themselves."

Sandra Ferreira
Mould Treatment + Skim — Apartment · Dubai Marina
Common Questions

Questions Homeowners Ask

Yes — we accept prep-only jobs. We'll fill, sand, and prime the repairs so the surface is ready for painting by whoever you choose. The repaired areas will be primed and may need a topcoat to match the surrounding paint, but that's your call. We'll tell you exactly what the surface condition is at handover.
Efflorescence appears as white, chalky, or crystalline deposits — often powdery. If you brush it off, more appears over time. It's common on ground floor exterior walls, boundary walls, and lower courses of masonry near the water table. If you're in coastal UAE — Dubai Marina, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah seafront — it's very common. Send us a photo on WhatsApp and we'll tell you within an hour.
No — anti-mould paint does not kill existing mould, it prevents new growth. Painting over live mould traps moisture and spores behind the paint film. The mould continues growing and discolours the new paint, usually within a few months. Active mould must be biocidally treated and removed before any paint goes on. We never skip this step.
Usually one of two reasons: the wrong filler type, or the root cause hasn't been addressed. In the UAE, thermal movement is the biggest factor — walls expand and contract daily and seasonally in extreme heat, and rigid fillers can't move with the substrate. We assess whether cracks are live (still moving) or settled, and specify filler with the appropriate flexibility. Settlement cracks from building movement may need structural investigation if they're wide or growing.
It depends on the treatments involved. Crack filling and sanding can be ready to paint the next day. Mould treatment requires a biocidal kill period of 24–48 hours before removal. Efflorescence treatment involves a chemical neutralisation period plus primer drying time — typically 3–5 days before topcoat. We give you the full timeline before we start so you can plan the painting schedule around it.
Yes — all Citi painting quotes include a defined scope of surface preparation. We won't paint over problems we can see. However, if the extent of remediation exceeds what's found during quoting (e.g. mould discovered behind furniture, or more cracks revealed after washing), we'll show you before proceeding and get approval. You'll never be surprised by an additional invoice.
If any surface we've treated fails within 2 years due to our workmanship — cracks we filled return, mould regrows where we treated, efflorescence reappears where we applied AR primer — we return and redo the treatment at no charge. The warranty covers our work and materials, not new damage caused by events we couldn't have anticipated (like a new pipe leak causing fresh damp).
Get Started

Walls Ready for a
Fresh New Look.

Tell us what you're seeing — cracks, stains, damp marks, or just tired walls — and we'll send a specialist for a free home visit. Clear plan, honest quote, no pressure.

Free home visit and wall check
Clear, written plan and quote
2-year workmanship warranty
Wall prep on its own — no painting required
Phone / WhatsApp: +971 4 200 0000
Email: hello@citirenovations.ae
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