Decorators often feel they have to decide between using high-performance, trusted products and the client’s perfect colour. However, they could have the best of both worlds. Dawn Scott, Senior Colour Designer at Dulux Trade, explains how decorators can eliminate this dilemma with colour matching… The right colour can completely transform how a space is perceived.Continue reading “Achieving excellence with colour and quality”
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Achieving theperfect colour
When it comes to choosing the right paint, achieving the perfect colour is just as important as achieving the perfect finish. But what is the secret behind a true, vibrant and long-lasting colour? Read on as Dillon Cilliers, Product Manager at Valspar Trade, explains all… As well as being nice to look at, colour canContinue reading “Achieving theperfect colour”
Dulux Trade – Colour of the Year 2025
Dulux is asking decorators to embrace yellow and infuse a sense of optimism, pride and imagination into their projects. As a guiding light to introduce these bold, positive shades to clients, the paint manufacturer has announced True Joy™ as its Colour of the Year for 2025, which is complemented by three versatile ColourFutures™ palettes. OverContinue reading “Dulux Trade – Colour of the Year 2025”
The right tape for the job
Many decorators are turning to masking tapes to ensure cleaner lines, reduce time spent cutting in, and minimise the need for touch-ups. However, not all masking tapes are created equal, and choosing the right one for the job can make a significant difference in the final result. Mathieu Nesme, Development Engineer at 3M, shares adviceContinue reading “The right tape for the job”
Conquer large sanding areas
Mirka UK is introducing the DEROS II 750 orbital sander incorporating a 175mm sanding pad to enable quicker and flatter sanding of large surfaces. The DEROS II 750 is an ergonomic and comfortable solution, with a 400W motor and variable speed control from 6,000 to 9,000, visible with LED indicators. The DEROS II 750 isContinue reading “Conquer large sanding areas”
Remote working for batteries
Makita has added six new orbit sanders to its XGT 40VMax range that use an innovative cable connection to the battery, meaning the weight is removed from the sander itself. As a result, the new cordless sanders offer superior ease of use and manoeuvrability as well as delivering the excellent levels of performance and runtimesContinue reading “Remote working for batteries”
Clean air for all
Festool is expanding its range with a new air purifier that filters harmful airborne dust from the air. Its compact Systainer format and low weight make it ideal for mobile and stationary applications. The new Festool SYS-AIR uses a powerful, two-stage filter system to comprehensively clean the air. This means that the smallest dust particlesContinue reading “Clean air for all”
Reducing preparation
SPEEDING UP YOUR JOBS We all know a huge part of painting and decorating is getting the prep right. Here, Barnaby Jones from Valspar Trade delves into how innovations in coating formulations can make this process more efficient… Delivering a high-quality finish takes far more than just putting some paint on the wall. In fact,Continue reading “Reducing preparation”
Purdy on… Productivity
In our latest interview with Purdy about how the company designs its product range, we speak to Senior Product Manager, Andy Cummins, to find out where productivity fits in. Is it possible for a painter’s equipment to affect their speed on the job? Absolutely. Substandard paint pick-up and layoff, roller lint or unsightly tramlines inContinue reading “Purdy on… Productivity”
Take the podium
WernerCo has launched BoSS QuickPod, the UK’s most compact and lightest low-level mobile podium for a range of applications. The foldable podium has been developed in line with customer feedback and designed with ease-of-use at the fore. Not only does the new design allow for the removal of parts making the podium quick to setContinue reading “Take the podium”