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On par for purpose: Crown Paints golf day supports Mind
Crown Paints golf day supports Mind, their official charity partner, raising around £20,000 for mental health initiatives across England and Wales.
Dulux Decorator Centre Colours SEN Teaching Space in Portsmouth
Dulux Decorator Centre colours SEN teaching space in Portsmouth, providing expert guidance to create a space that nurtures sensory learning.
New Build Home Benefits from the Perfect Finish with Valspar Trade
With a focus on creating luxury homes, Jam-Jar Developments turned to Valspar Trade for the interior of new-build Hornbeam House. A combination of Valspar Trade Vinyl Matt, Contract Matt, Tough Matt, Knot Block Wood Primer & Undercoat and Direct to Wood &...
Dulux Reveals UK’s Leftover Paint Cans Could Fill Twenty Olympic Pools
New research from Community Repaint and Dulux reveals UK’s leftover paint can’s could fill twenty olympic pools.
Volunteers Help Refresh Homelessness Charity’s Service
Decorator and DIY specialist volunteers help refresh homelessness charity’s service, transforming communal spaces at St Mungo’s charity.
Eclipse Wallcoverings end supply to Tektura
In the ever-evolving world of wallcoverings, shifts in supply and production can reshape entire segments of the design industry. One such change is the news that Eclipse Wallcoverings will no longer be supplying its exclusive fibreglass wallpapers to Tektura, a move...
Valspar Trade Tough Matt Achieves Gold for Interior Air Quality
Valspar Trade Tough Matt achieves gold for interior air quality, in recognition of their low VOCs and positive impact on indoor air quality.
Crown Trade Celebrates Triple Win at the Premier Trophy Awards
Crown Trade celebrates triple win at the Premier Trophy Awards, hosted by the Painting and Decorating Association (PDA).
Valspar Trade the Brand of Choice for Property Developer
Valspar Trade the brand of choice for property developer Construct 10, after being contracted to work on a new housing development in Chichester.
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Graphenstone GCS Exterior Silicate Masonry Paint Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Graphenstone GCS Exterior Silicate Masonry Paint review after using it on a job.
Fiddes Full Stop H2O Review
Professional Decorator mike Cupit writes a full and honest Fiddes Full Stop H2O review after putting the paint through its paces.
Johnstone’s Trade UltraFlat Matt Review
Professional Decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Johnstone’s Trade UltraFlat Matt review after using it at work.
How to Repair and Fill Rendered Walls
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a quick and easy step-by-step guide on how to repair and fill rendered walls.
How to Clean a Fence Before Painting
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on how to clean a fence and treat algae before painting.
How to Clean Render Before Painting
Decorator Robin Gofton shares how to clean render before painting, with expert tips on algae removal and surface preparation
How to Use Paint Testers – a Full Guide
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on how to use paint testers. Follow this advice and you won’t go wrong.