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Valspar Trade Makes its first Appearance At Installershow 2026
Valspar Trade makes its first appearance at installershow 2026, showcasing their high-quality trade paints, taking place on 23-25 June in Birmingham.
Cricklewood Primary School Wins £5,000 Leyland Makeover After Community Vote
Cricklewood primary school wins £5,000 leyland makeover after community vote, helping to transform its learning environment.
Emperor Paint Launches Ambassador Search with Decorators Forum UK
Decorator? Show your exterior work with Emperor Paint for a chance to become a brand ambassador, gain exposure, and earn exclusive perks this season.
Little Greene Exterior Paints: Durable Finishes To Transform Exteriors
Discover Little Greene’s weatherproof exterior paints, delivering durable finishes and rich colour for transforming outdoor spaces.
Bradite Makes a Grand Entrance in Lancaster!
Bradite makes a grand entrance in Lancaster! Helping a community-led charity refresh the entrance and hallway of their community hub.
Saint-Gobain Lowers Carbon Footprint of Plasterboard
Saint-Gobain lowers carbon footprint of plasterboard, working with Vaisala to optimise plasterboard quality, save energy and improve sustainability.
Crown Paints Partners With Decorators To Front New ‘Looks Like’ Campaign
Crown paints partners with real decorators to front new ‘looks like’ campaign. Crown Trade Panel members working alongside On The Tools creators
The Paint Shed – Now Open in Dundee
The Paint Shed – Now open in Dundee. Selling a wide range of paints and accessories to both professional decorators and retail customers.
Dulux Select Decorators Scheme Celebrates 30 Years of Empowering the Trade
Professional painters and decorators celebrating 30 years of the Dulux Select Decorators scheme and its support for improving standards.
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Olfa XSR-300 Heavy Duty Scraper Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Olfa XSR-300 Heavy Duty Scraper review based on his own experience.
Dulux Trade Durable Kitchen & Bathroom Eggshell Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Dulux Trade Durable Kitchen & Bathroom Eggshell review.
Johnstone’s Trade Obliterate Matt Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Johnstone’s Trade Obliterate Matt review – a one-coat, high-opacity, durable emulsion.
Which Farrow & Ball Finish Is Best?
Professional Decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on Which Farrow & Ball finish Is best for each surface in your home.
Best Paint for Wooden Floors
Professional decorator Robin Gofton shares his recommendations on what he believes are the best paint products for wooden floors.
How to Paint Floorboards – a Full Guide
Professional Decorator Robin Gofton writes an easy-to-follow guide on how to paint floorboards, including some inspirational ideas.
The Best Eggshell Paint for Walls
Professional decorator Robin Gofton talks about the best eggshell paint products for walls in your home based on his own experience.
