March 19, 2026
The Wooster Brush Company celebrates 175th anniversary
The Wooster Brush Company is marking its 175th anniversary this year – and you can get involved in the celebrations at the 2026 Painting & Decorating Show, taking place 23-25 June at the NEC in Birmingham.
At the show, the company will be be demoing products on its demo wall, offering visitors the opportunity to see for themselves how well Wooster products work with professional paint systems – there will be different paint brushes and rollers sleeves so that attendees can find their perfect match in the Wooster range.
The 175th anniversary recognises the company’s long history of introducing high-quality painting tools that have become industry standards.
Founded in 1851 and still located in its namesake city of Wooster, Ohio, the privately owned manufacturer has played a key role in advancing paint applicator technology. Among its most notable innovations are the angle brush, introduced in 1937; nylon filaments for paintbrushes in 1941; and synthetic fabrics for roller covers in 1964 – developments that helped shape modern brush and roller design.
The company continues to meet the needs of painters while building on its legacy of innovative solutions, most recently with the launch of its GripTech and GripTech MAX brush ranges.
“Reaching 175 years is quite an accomplishment, and we are very excited to celebrate this milestone,” said Ben Maibach, President of The Wooster Brush Company. “It reflects the dedication of generations of employees, the loyalty of our customers, and the values of craftsmanship and integrity that have guided our company since 1851.”
PRJ Distribution Ltd is the UK importer of Wooster products. This family-run business has years of experience providing high-quality products to hundreds of stockists in the professional decorating sector.
Ben Coleman, Sales Director PRJ Distribution Ltd, said: “PRJ Distribution is proud to be the UK importers for The Wooster Brush Company. Its high-quality and reliable products are invaluable to achieving a top-level finish for both professional and DIY customers. Wooster’s core values and commitment to people are key to its position as market leaders in the decorating industry. We look forward to many more years of partnership with them in the UK and Ireland.”
