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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.
Decorators Forum UK Insurance Discount Continues with Jensten
Jensten confirms it will honour the Decorators Forum UK insurance discount, offering liability and tool insurance for professional decorators.
Purdy Announces its Mentor of the Year Competition is Back Again for 2026
Purdy is pleased to announce that its Mentor of the Year competition is back again for 2026, marking the sixth year of the competition.
Okarno helps Band of Builders with Bishop’s Stortford resident
Okarno helps Band of Builders with Bishop’s Stortford resident, transforming the life of Mike Shrimpton (a retired builder) and his family.
Purdy Expands Roller Offering With New 14” System
Purdy expands roller offering with new 14” system, giving professional decorators greater choice, versatility and efficiency on site.
Polyvine Ltd Celebrates 40 Years of Business
Polyvine Ltd celebrates 40 years of business, marking four decades of independent manufacturing, innovation and trusted partnerships.
Bradite Makes a Splash in 2 Sisters Marine Mural
Bradite makes a splash in 2 Sisters Marine Mural. Partnering with Lauren and Chloe Piper to refresh the SMS Group headquarters using One Can.
Crown Trade Identifies the Key Colour Trends Set to Shape Decorator Workbooks in 2026
Crown trade identifies the key colour trends set to shape decorator workbooks in 2026, as homeowners move away from neutral schemes.
The One For Stains And Steam: Dulux Trade Durable Kitchen & Bathroom Eggshell
The one for stains and steam: Dulux Trade Durable Kitchen & Bathroom Eggshell has launched as a single product with a long-lasting performance.
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Dulux Trade Supermatt Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Dulux Trade Supermatt review based on his personal experience.
Farrow & Ball Flat Eggshell Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Farrow & Ball Flat Eggshell review after using the product himself and talking with other decorators.
Johnstone’s Trade Cleanable Matt Review
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Johnstone’s Trade Cleanable Matt review after using the paint at work.
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.
Best Metallic Paints – Review and Guide
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full guide on the best metallic paints available on the UK market.
How to Achieve a Good Finish Using Water-Based Satin
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full guide on how to achieve a good finish using water-based satin paint.
How to Get Paint out of a Carpet
Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on how to get different types of paint out of a carpet.
