In a trade built on skill, precision and creativity, decorators need to stay on top of new trends, products and techniques to keep customers happy and stay one step ahead of the competition.
Partnering with a training provider like Dulux Academy gives decorators the chance to sharpen their skills in ways that actually work for them. Whether hands-on in a face-to-face course or at your own pace online, Dulux Academy offers a range of learning experiences designed to meet your learning style.
Why is ongoing professional development so vital?
“As a decorator, there’s always something new to learn – whether it’s improving your application skills, getting to grips with a new product, or finding better ways to promote your business. Keeping yourself up to date isn’t a luxury, it’s essential if you want to stay competitive and keep work coming in” says Dulux Academy Lead, Vickie Mather.
What are the most in-demand skills?
Spray application courses continue to be some of the most popular with tradespeople looking to boost efficiency and expand their services.
It’s the perfect example of how innovation and technique work together to deliver faster turnarounds and top-class finishes. From kitchen resprays to furniture and interior refurbishment, spray can open up new income streams for decorators. With the right masking, PPE and equipment set-up, it can truly be a game-changer, helping decorators take on more work with confidence.
Strengthening the Academy’s spray offering is James Wildish, who has recently joined the team as a full-time Skills Development Consultant. James’s journey from running a successful business to training others puts him in a unique position to show decorators just how transformative spray skills can be. Through his training, he is helping them stand out from the crowd, add a valuable service to their offering and grow their businesses with confidence.
The team at Dulux Academy can help every decorator stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving industry, with expert training courses and materials.
What trends are making a comeback?
Wallpaper is expected to grow over the next few years, and adding a high-end skill like this to a decorator’s repertoire can make a tangible difference to their business’ earning potential.
Trends come and go, but the value of precision and craftsmanship never fades. Wallpapering remains a benchmark of the trade and modern materials require confidence with complex installations and precision to deliver professional results, which is why training is so important.
How can decorators grow their colour confidence?
Understanding how colour influences mood and accessibility is crucial for those looking to support customers with colour advice.
Colour isn’t just aesthetic, it’s emotional and understanding how it affects mood, accessibility and comfort will help to create spaces that truly work for the customer. Experienced Colour and Design Consultant Nicola Homes runs a series of colour-focused training courses that provide key tools and resources to help decorators when on the job.
To find out what Dulux Academy has on offer, head to https://academy.duluxtradepaintexpert.co.uk/
