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Coversure Poole Named Approved Supplier
Coversure Poole Named Approved Supplier of Decorators Forum UK We are pleased to announce that Coversure Poole, an insurance broker, have been named as an official approved supplier of the Decorators Forum UK. As such, they are willing to offer a discount on...
Sandtex breathes new life into cellar conversion
Sandtex Trade’s X-Treme X-Posure® masonry paint, which can be used inside and out, breathes new life into cellar this stunning conversion.
Crown Paints Looks to the Future with new Warehouse
Crown Paints Looks to the Future with new Warehouse in Hull, capable of meeting their needs as they go from strength to strength.
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Britain faces a massive clear out
Britain faces a massive clear out as many people decide to make working from home official in 2021. Best get decluttering
Andura’s Titanium Anti-Microbial Proven to Reduce Sars COV2
Andura’s Titanium Anti-Microbial range is proven to reduce SARS COV2 (the virus that causes Covid-19) on painted surfaces.
Introducing Anker Stuy Coatings
Introducing Anker Stuy Coatings, a paint manufacturer from Holland who specialise in high quality water-based products. Now available in the UK.
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Product reviews
Leyland Super Leytex Review, Written by a Decorator
Professional decorator Mike Gregory gives a full and honest review of Leyland Super Leytex, a cheap contract matt emulsion made by PPG.
Armstead Satin Review – Oil-Based Satinwood
Professional decorator Mike Gregory gives a full and honest Armstead Trade Satin and Quick Dry Satin review, available online or at Dulux Decorating Centre.
Sandtex Masonry Paint Review – High Cover
Professional decorator gives a full and honest Sandtex Masonry Paint review and compares it to some of the other products on the market.
The Best way to Paint Metal Railings
Professional decorator Mike Gregory talks about the best way to paint metal railings. Not only will this method give you a great finish, but it’ll last too.
Dulux Academy Introduction to Spray Course Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton gives a full and honest review of the Introduction to Spray Course at the Dulux Academy.
Zero Flame Intumescent Paint Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton gives a full and honest review of Zero Flame Intumescent paint after being asked to decorate his local gym.
Professional insight
Making a Wage as a Decorator, by an Actual Decorator
Professional decorator Mick Fowle talks about the hardships of making a wage in the industry with so many other decorators ready to undercut us.
Hanging Graham and Brown Non Woven
Professional decorator Phil Beckwith gives us an insight into hanging an expensive Graham and Brown non woven wallpaper. See how he gets on.
Using Spot Drops to Decorate a Kitchen
Professional decorator Richard Irons tells us why Using Spot Drops to decorate a kitchen makes life a lot easier for all involved.
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