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Dulux Unveils True Joy™ as Their Colour Of The Year 2025
For 2025, Dulux is asking decorators to embrace yellow and infuse a sense of optimism, pride and imagination into their projects.
The Paint Shed Launches Trade Demo Days In-Store This September
The Paint Shed, the UK’s most recommended independent paint retailer, is welcoming customers to join them for Trade Demo Days in-store in September. It is a chance for painters and decorators to enjoy demonstrations and learn about the latest products and techniques...
Leyland hammers home support for Wandsworth charity
A charity that helps older people with their day-to-day needs is preparing to spruce up its Wandsworth facilities after receiving support from a leading DIY and decorating specialist.
Crown Paints is Wins Sustainability Award
Crown Paints is Wins Sustainability Award; Marie Claire Sustainability Award 2024 for Eco-Friendly Decorating Brand of the Year.
Crown Trade Supports Historic Restoration
Crown Trade supports award-winning historic restoration in London. Coombe Cliff Conservatory has been revamped.
Helping Breathe New Life and Colour into Hill Park School
Helping breathe new life and colour into Hill Park School with a big donation and effort from Valspar Trade Paints by Sherwin Williams.
Leyland and Dulux Heritage team up for classic book competition
Leading decorating and DIY specialist Leyland has teamed up with Dulux Heritage to give away some of its handcrafted, limited edition copies of timeless literary classics. Dulux Heritage has hand-picked 12 classic novels and paired them with hues within its range that...
Meet Blockade, Your New Favourite Stainblocker
Meet Blockade Your New Favourite Stainblocker. Not all shellac-based primers are the same! blockade has great opacity and flow.
Dulux Decorator’s New Rapid E-Cargo Bikes
Dulux Decorator Centre expands Its delivery offering with new rapid e-cargo bikes. Get your paint to site even faster!
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Roller Blaster Review
Professional Decorator Mike Cupit writes a quick and honest Roller Blaster review after using the gadget extensively to clean his rollers.
Johnstone’s Trade UltraLast Matt Review
Professional Decorator Mike Cupit writes a full and honest Johnstone’s Trade UltraLast Matt review after using it on a couple of jobs.
Teknos Ferrex Combi Aqua Review
This professional Decorator writes a full and honest Teknos Ferrex Combi Review after using it to paint an exterior Victorian canopy.
September competition
Take a look at this month’s fantastic competition.
How to Remove Wallpaper – A Full Guide
Professional Decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on how to remove wallpaper. He even gives some product recommendations.
How To Paint a Shed – A Full Guide
Professional Decorator Robin Gofton writes a full guide on how to paint a shed. He includes product recommendations.
How to Create the Perfect She Shed
This easy-to-follow guide explains everything you need to know about how to create the perfect she shed. You’re going to love it!
How to Paint Bare Wood – A Full guide
Professional Decorator Mike Cupit explains everything you need to know about how to paint bare wood, including the best products to use.