Guides

Getting to grips with floor coating projects
James Burton of leading coatings manufacturer, Bradite examines what is involved when undertaking the painting…

Why the ‘feel’ of a paint brush matters
Professional decorating tools manufacturer, Hamilton explains why the ‘feel’ of a paint brush is so…

Working on period homes – overcoming the challenges
Period properties, despite their popularity, can be fraught with decorating challenges. Here professional painter and…

Match the brush to the paint
When it comes to paint formulations, there have been significant changes over the past few…

Dulux Business Advice hub launched
As the industry wrestles with the continued impact of Coronavirus, Dulux Trade has launched an…

Get ahead online during the Coronavirus lockdown
This article is brought to you by Dulux Trade. Once lockdown ends, we know it’s…

Future-proofing your business during the Coronavirus lockdown
This article is brought to you by Dulux Trade. Just because you’re not on site…

The PDA issues guidance for domestic work
The Painting and Decorating Association (PDA) has issued vital information to help its members in…

Specifying Commercial Cladding Refurbishment
James Burton, Sales Manager at specialist coating manufacturer Bradite, advises what to consider when refurbishing…

Free online Workshops from Dulux Academy
Dulux Academy has launched Dulux Academy Live, a series of free online workshops to continue…

Checkatrade COVID-19 Support
Checkatrade, has announced a number of initiatives designed to support its trade members during the…

Five Tips For A Premium Finish
Professional painter and decorator Chris Kerfoot reviews a recent project he undertook, highlighting his top…

Repairing wood rot
Here Gary Simmonds, Technical Account Manager at Repaircare International Ltd looks at the causes of…

Water based paints – upward trend continues
Decorators are embracing the benefits of water-based products, with sales of water-based paint representing a…

Working in high winds – advice issued
With strong winds sweeping across the UK, PASMA, the working at height safety organisation, is…

PDA Podcast explores working in people’s homes
The pitfalls and triumphs of working in people’s homes have been shared in the latest…

Painting and Decorating in Healthcare Environments
Bagnalls, the commercial P&D contrator, shares its insights into the special considerations required when carrying…

Court case highlights ladder safety
A recent prosecution at Westminster Magistrates’ Court is a stark reminder of just what is…

How to: SpecialistFinishes – Painted Brass
Cait is decorative painter working throughout UK and teaching from her studio in Perth, Scotland.…

Pro Tips from Teknos
Peter Sotherton, Business Development Manager at TeknosPro, shares his advice on applying coatings in three…