How to Paint Furniture – a Complete Guide

Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and comprehensive guide on how to paint furniture, including a few examples.

Colour drenched room – ceiling, walls and woodwork all painted the same colour.

The Best Paint for Colour Drenching

Professional decorator Robin Gofton gives his thoughts on the best paints for colour drenching in this simple guide.

How to Paint a Garage Door

Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full guide on how to paint a garage door, including a few of his favourite paints to use.

UK’s City of Culture Undergoes Colour Transformation Thanks to Crown

UK’s City of Culture undergoes colour transformation thanks to Crown, donating 20,000 litres of specialist paint for BD:Walls street art programme.

Dulux decorates Slough Community Centres

Akzonobel Teams up with Local Partners to Give Langley Pavilion a New Lease of Life

Painting the town: Akzonobel teams up with local partners to give Langley Pavilion a new lease of life, a comforting and safe community space.

Johnstone’s Trade Cleanable Matt 5L tinted colour

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.

Polyvine Metallic Paint Review

Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Polyvine Metallic Paint review and guide after using it at work.

Dulux Academy Reports Record Year for Training

Dulux Academy reports record year for training. With a 35% uplift in professionals completing courses, training over 27,000 decorators since 2016.

the outside rear of Helmingham Hall Estate

Dulux Heritage Adds Timeless Elegance to Suffolk Church Hall Transformation

Interior of a refurbished Suffolk church hall featuring Dulux Heritage paints, blending original architecture with contemporary style.

Purdy Announces Winners of Mentor of the Year 2025

Purdy announces the winners of Mentor of the Year 2025 — celebrating outstanding decorators and recognising excellence in mentoring.

Crown Paints Donates 300 Litres Of Paint For SAHM’s First Drop-in Hub

Crown paints donates 300 litres of paint for samh’s first drop-in hub (Scottish Action for Mental Health), to bring life to their new hub in Glasgow.

Leyland and Dulux Team up to Tackle London’s Homelessness Crisis

Leyland and Dulux team up to tackle London's homelessness crisis. They will donate £2 from every tin of Dulux Trade and Dulux Heritage paint sold.

Crown Paints at 2025 British Coatings Federation Awards.

Crown Paints Nets Three Awards at 2025 British Coatings Federation Awards

Leading paint manufacturer, Crown Paints nets three awards at 2025 British Coatings Federation Awards.

How to Waterproof an Exterior Wall

Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on how to seal an exterior wall, including product recommendations.

Hull Snooker Hall Gets a Vibrant Makeover, Creating a Welcoming Community Hub

Hull snooker hall gets a vibrant makeover, creating a welcoming community hub. Led by Johnstone's Paint, collaborating with World Snooker Tour.

The Best Paint for MDF – a Full Guide

Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on the best paint products for MDF based on his personal experience.

How to Paint MDF – a Full Guide

Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest guide on how to paint MDF, including his tool recommendations.

Hedsor House bedroom decorated using Crown Trade

Crown Trade Supports Heritage Venue Refurbishment at Hedsor House

Crown Trade supports heritage venue refurbishment at Hedsor House, providing products for their refurbishment of its guest accommodation.

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