We try to cater for everyone on the Decorators Forum UK, whether you’re a site basher, work on high end castles, an apprentice or a subbie!! We have loads of platforms to choose from, from Facebook to YouTube, all the way through to TikTok!! The Decorators Forum UK...
Tackling flaky paint when using a scuttle is one of the BIGGEST PROBLEMS TO EVER BURDEN THE DECORATING INDUSTRY. Here's what professionals do to remedy it
Professional decorator Rob Greenwood gives his honest review of Suretherm goodbye mould, which is an insulating emulsion. See what he thinks
Professional decorator Mike Gregory gives his full and honest review of the Solvent based Zinsser Allcoat. Is it the holly Grail of barn paints?
This professional decorator gives his honest review on Toupret ready mixed filler. Does it tick all the boxes? See what he has to say.
Tikkurila Anti-Reflex is a very dull matt emulsion. Used mostly in white or pale colours on interior ceilings, it is ideal for areas with a lot of natural light. Touch-dry in one hour, the recoat time for this paint is two to four hours depending on conditions. You...
Professional decorator Richard Ryan gives us a quick review of Fenwick and Tilbrook Emulsion. A popular designer paint brand
As a brand, Valspar get a lot of mixed reviews from professional decorators. We thought we'd bring you the general consensus about the v700 emulsion
Has anyone else had problems with Valspar V700 Emulsion in deep bases? This professional decorators certainly has! It's safe to say he isn't happy
We ran a poll on The Decorators Forum UK to determine once and for all the best white emulsion to use on ceilings. It was an absolute landslide!! According to professional decorators, Tikkurila Anti-Reflex is officially the very best product to use for the job....
This professional Decorator gives his full and honest Ronseal Wood Primer Undercoat review after using it on a job.
Professional Decorator Mike Cupit gives you his tips for using water-based paint on woodwork. These should make things easier for you.
Sean Scott, manager director of vuba talks about one part epoxy floor paint vs two part epoxy floor coatings. Lets see what the experts have to say
A Handy Tip For Decorating Radiator PipesRadiator pipes can be an eyesore, particularly if, like me, you take great pride in your decorating work. What is the answer? Do you paint them? Well, you could, but it isn’t ideal. For me, these little plastic tubes are...
We asked a million decorators what their catchphrases are..... Most of them just ignored us, but the rest are listed below
My name is Joe Elwick, and I am the owner of a small painting and decorating business based in Greater Manchester. I offer a reliable, efficient, and professional service in all aspects of the trade. I was kindly asked by AkzoNobel (Dulux) to try out their recently...
this rofessional decorator talks about the new Dulux Trade Satinwood and compars it to the older Quick Dry. How does it compare?
Decorators Forum Approved Suppliers and Discount Codes This list comprises of the Decorators Forum UK approved supplies and their discount codes. Not only do these businesses offer discount to our following, but they maintain a high level of customer...
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