Matt Crossingham - Managing Director of Crown Paints

Paint Manufacturer Appoints New Managing Director

Crown Paints appoints Matt Crossingham as new Managing Director, following strong growth and sustainability achievements.

How to Varnish Wood – Step-by-Step Guide

Professional Decorator Robin Gofton writes a comprehensive step-by-step guide on how to varnish wood, including product recommendations.

Prep AluFlex Skimming Blades Review

Professional Decorator Mike Cupit writes a full and honest Prep AluFlex Skimming Blades review after comparing similar products.

Beeline Red Top Medium Grade wallpaper paste

How to Dispose of Wallpaper Paste

Professional Decorator Robin Gofton explains everything there is to know about how to dispose of wallpaper paste responsibly.

Tikkurila Luja Review and Guide

Professional Decorator Robin Gofton writes a full and honest Tikkurila Luja review and guide based on his own experience.

Trade Varnish Experts Reveal a Bold New Look

After 18 months of intensive development, market research and collaboration, Polyvine is proud to unveil its striking new brand identity and livery - a confident step forward that reflects the company's heritage, ambition and commitment to the trade. The process...

Crown Paints and Wicks staff standing together in a room

Crown Paints and Wickes Renew Partnership

Crown Paints and Wickes renew their partnership to back community spaces across the UK, supporting social impact through decorating projects.

bedec aqua advanced gloss and Smith & Rodger Flow & Bond

How To Apply Water-Based Gloss Paint

Professional Decorator Robin Gofton explains everything there is to know about how to apply water-based gloss, including some pro. tips.

A room with wooden flooring coated with Liberon Soft Sheen

How to Achieve a Soft Sheen Finish on Wooden Floors

Expert advice from Liberon on how to achieve a soft sheen finish on wooden floors. Follow these simple steps and you'll be left with a great finish.

Purdy Brushes

Purdy is a paintbrush, roller and painting tool manufacturer.

Winners of Johnstone’s Painter of the Year Awards 2024

JOHNSTONE’S PAINT brand by PPG Unveils the winners of Johnstone’s Painter of the Year Awards 2024 as it gears up for the 2025 competition.

Dulux Trade Aqua Uniprimer - water-based adhesion primer and undercoat

Introducing Dulux Trade Aqua Uniprimer

Dulux Trade is simplifying surface preparation with its new Aqua UniPrimer. When time is money, professionals need reliable solutions in their armoury that will improve on-site efficiency and ensure they can take on as many jobs as possible. Dulux Trade Aqua...

The Best Mould Remover

Professional decorator Robin Gofton writes about the best mould remover products on the market in this easy-to-follow guide.

Nectar360 and Dulux Decorator Centre celebrate 20-year partnership

Nectar360 is celebrating 20 years in partnership with Dulux Decorator Centre, the UK’s leading paint and decorating merchant

Hilton Banks Acquisition of Flag Paints

Hilton Banks has just announced the acquisition of Flag Paints LTD, who are a specialist paint manufacturer based in Burnham on Crouch, Essex.

LickPro available on click and collect from Screwfix

LickPro Launches Click & Collect Service with Screwfix

With immediate effect the entire LickPro paint range is now available through Screwfix’s convenient Click & Collect program. Click & Collect is now offered in 1L, 2.5L and 5L across both LickPro MAX+ for high-traffic areas and their newly launched Vinyl...

Dulux Heritage Review – Written by a Decorator

Professional Decorator Mike Cupit writes a full and honest Dulux Heritage review after using the products for the past couple of years.

Should you Line Walls before Wallpapering?

Should you line walls before wallpapering? Professional Decorator Robin Gofton explains everything you need to know.

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