A Comprehensive Guide to Hiring a Professional Painter and Decorator in the UK

Are you considering a home decorating project but unsure whether to DIY or hire a professional painter and decorator? While DIY may seem like a cost-effective option, it can be time-consuming and challenging to achieve a professional finish without the right skills and tools. Hiring an experienced painter and decorator can save you time and ensure quality results. Here's a comprehensive guide to hiring a painter and decorator in the UK.

1) Ask for Recommendations

Start by asking friends or family for recommendations. Word of mouth is often the best way to find a reliable painter and decorator. Ask for referrals, and request pictures of their previous work to get an idea of their skills and expertise.

2) Conduct an Online Search

If you don't have any recommendations, you can search online platforms

Revitalise Your Furniture: A Guide to Upcycling with Furniture Paint

If you're looking to breathe new life into your old, tired furniture, upcycling with furniture paint is a fantastic way to do it. With just a lick of paint, you can easily give your furniture a new lease of life and add a personal and classy touch to your home. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of upcycling your furniture with furniture paint, using the correct equipment and preparation for a fun and artistic DIY project.

Prep

Preparation is key to ensure a successful furniture painting project. Start by placing your chosen furniture piece on a dust

The Brush Wizard visits our Midlands stores

Did you catch the Brush Wizard Gary Proctor visiting some of our Midlands stores last week?

Gary visited Gary Townsend at our Droitwich store, Nikki Shipton at Kidderminster and Jon Taylor our branch manager at Kingswinford who take a starring roles in the videos below.

The store walk through highlights some of our fantastic current offers including 20% off  our Sadolin range and 2 for £40 on Sandtex trade 7.5l, our massive stock offering off over 8,000 available products, free local delivery

5 Effective Ways for Painters and Decorators to Establish a Positive Online Presence

In 2022, the UK had over 53 million active social media users¹, with up to 14,800 monthly searches for 'painters and decorators' on Google. Building a positive online presence is crucial for generating a steady stream of enquiries. We spoke to My Local Toolbox to gather the top five ways to get started.

1) Set up a Google Business Profile
Setting up a Google Business Profile is a simple and free way to increase your visibility on Google. Your business name, contact information, areas of work, and photos of your projects can be displayed on Google Search, Google Maps, and more. You can also collect reviews, which can boost your rankings on Google results.

2) Create a Facebook Page
Creating a Facebook page allows users to post reviews

Sustainable Paints - Good for You and the Environment

Are you looking for paints that are not only beautiful but also eco-friendly? PaintWell offers a wide range of sustainable and eco-friendly paints and materials that are good for you and the environment. Manufactured using carefully selected ingredients, these paints ensure low VOCs, which means they do not release harmful emissions that can affect people with allergies and be harmful to children and pets. In addition, these breathable paints help to balance the humidity of a room and destroy airborne impurities and allergens, creating a healthier living space.

Farrow & Ball is a brand that is committed to reducing the environmental impact of their products without compromising on quality. In 2010, they moved to an entirely

The PaintWell Group has brought Kent Blaxill and Promain under one umbrella to become the fastest growing and most loved independent decorating merchant in the UK. 

Chairman, Fiona Perrin said “This is an exciting time, with the appointment of our group leadership team including exciting new talent. We are focused on growth, including opening new branches, enhancing our ranges and extending our online offer. This also means great job opportunities and follows support from our investor, Cairngorm Capital.’

She continued, “Keith Reville is appointed Chief Executive Officer of Paintwell, Kent Blaxill and Promain. Keith joins from Rubix, Europe’s leading provider of industrial products andsolutions, having built his leadership career at WW, Grainger, Lebara, RS and EE. We are delighted he will now lead our growing business.’

Jig Patel is another exciting new appointment as Chief Financial Officer. Previously

Are you looking to give your home a fresh new look in 2023? Then you won't want to miss out on the hottest interior colour trends predicted by leading paint and interior brands such as Dulux and Farrow & Ball. Discover what's in store for the year ahead, as we explore the top colour trends that are sure to inspire you.

Every year, top paint and interior brands unveil their colour predictions, which often reflect the prevailing social and cultural trends of the times. The previous year, 2022, saw a surge in the interior design trend of bringing the outside in, using natural materials alongside nature-inspired hues. The focus was on promoting good health and well-being through decor. As we head towards 2023, experts predict that the trend is shifting towards