London painter features in sustainability campaign
The Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) has featured a London painter in a case study about efforts to drive down waste...
Read more2026 marks 30 years of the Dulux Select Decorators scheme
The Dulux Select Decorators scheme was set up in 1996 to help sole trading professionals improve their businesses. As well...
Read morePaintCare UK will be trialled in the West Midlands from March 2026
PaintCare UK, a voluntary, industry-funded take-back scheme run by the British Coatings Federation (BCF) on behalf of UK paint manufacturers,...
Read moreEverything you need to know about low-VOC paints
Design experts at Oak by Design outline how choosing low-VOC paints and natural materials in a home can help reduce...
Read morePurdy’s Mentor of the Year competition open for entries
Purdy’s Mentor of the Year competition is back for 2026, marking the sixth year of the competition that is designed...
Read moreUK-wide search for top painting and decorating apprentice goes to Belfast
The Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) has hosted a competition event for apprentices in Northern Ireland for the first time....
Read moreOkarno donates products for Band of Builders project helping retired builder
Okarno donated products to Band of Builders, for a project transforming the life of Mike Shrimpton, a retired builder and...
Read morePurdy expands roller portfolio
Purdy has expanded its roller portfolio with the launch of a 14” roller system, giving professional decorators greater choice, versatility...
Read moreBradite partners on mural project
Award-winning design duo, Lauren and Chloe Piper (known as @2sistersuk), recently partnered with Bradite to refresh the SMS Group headquarters,...
Read moreCardo Group acquires Trident Maintenance Services
Housing maintenance contractor Cardo Group has acquired Trident Maintenance Services Ltd, a company providing painting and decorating services, as well...
Read moreIngs Library transformed by painting and decorating apprentices
Level 1 Painting and Decorating learners from Hull Training and Adult Education (HTAE) have delivered a makeover to two rooms...
Read moreDan Lovatt named as COAT ambassador
Following the recent launch of his bespoke Colour Consultancy service, Dan Lovatt kicks off 2026 COAT partnership with guest bedroom...
Read moreDurable eggshell solution for kitchens and bathrooms
Dulux Trade has introduced Durable Kitchen & Bathroom Eggshell to provide decorators with a single product that delivers long-lasting performance...
Read moreAbsolute Matt receives an eco update
Little Greene’s Absolute Matt Emulsion is now made from completely recycled ingredients, thanks to the introduction of a new high-quality...
Read morePurdy unveils the Altitude roller sleeve
Purdy has introduced the Altitude roller sleeve, a premium addition to its product range that delivers an ultra-smooth paint finish...
Read moreSelecting the right jointing solution
Whilst taping and jointing materials are not the first consideration when fitting insulated plasterboard, they do play a vital role...
Read moreStill time to enter PDA’s Apprentice of the Year competition
To promote excellence early in their careers, apprentice decorators are given the opportunity to demonstrate their painting skills in the...
Read moreFundraising success from Leyland and Dulux
From 1–14 December 2025, Leyland and AkzoNobel pledged to donate £2 for every tin of Dulux Trade or Dulux Heritage...
Read morePainters and decorators could be losing thousands each year due to traffic congestion
Temporary business van insurance experts, Tempcover, analysed the impact of traffic delays on tradespeople, and the findings show: Tradespeople spend a...
Read moreWinners announced for Dulux Let’s Colour – Colour of the Year Community Competition
AkzoNobel has announced the winners of its Dulux Let’s Colour – Colour of the Year Community Competition, which will see...
Read moreMake 2026 the year of green policies and sustainable methods for your business
Bagnalls’ Sustainability Coordinator, Ben Featherstone, reveals his focus for 2026 and explains why environmental awareness is more important than ever...
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