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”
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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”
Hot off the shelf
With unrivalled eco-credentials within the industry, Graphenstone paint features sustainable, easy-to-use finishes that are rich in colour to create a standout space. They offer paints and primers, certified by the pre-eminent evaluators of products in the world, such as Cradle to Cradle Institute (they hold Gold, Silver and Bronze certifications), Green Tag (Health Rate Platinum) andContinue reading “Hot off the shelf”
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”
Airless like never before
Experience the next advancement in industry-leading pump durability and performance with the Ultra XT and Mark XT HD 3-in-1. Built specifically for contractors needing a reliable pump, with proven performance and looking to increase production. The breakthrough Xtreme Torque Motor is the first motor ever designed specifically for airless spray by Graco, up to tenContinue reading “Airless like never before”
Paint a new path
As the boundaries dividing tools for the qualified and the unqualified decorator blur more than ever before, the nation’s best decorators have good reason to feel disillusioned and yearn for better. Maverick delivers exceptional work solutions to every pro driven to perform at their best. Limits are the enemy. Maverick’s launch was marked with theContinue reading “Paint a new path”
Multi-surface, durable, ultra matt
Tested and perfected over five years Dead Flat® from Dorset-based paint pioneers Farrow & Ball, combines the brand’s lowest ever 2% sheen with a super tough finish, giving you and your clients the deepest, richest colours without compromise thanks to a breakthrough in chemistry. Here’s some reasons you shouldn’t miss out on Dead Flat® for yourContinue reading “Multi-surface, durable, ultra matt”
The ultimate bonding solution
Owatrol E-B (Emulsa-Bond) is a highly penetrating, stir-in paint additive for use in water-based masonry or interior paints. It helps to alleviate peeling problems on all porous surfaces and is especially suitable for unstable, chalky and powdery surfaces, crumbling brickwork or render. Mixing E-B with the first coat ensures a strong, wear and peel-resistant bond,Continue reading “The ultimate bonding solution”