Rodo celebrates 100 years in business

Rodo celebrates its centenary as a fourth generation, independently run family business. From formative beginnings as a three-employee broom supplier to the UK’s most widely distributed trade decorating accessories supplier,…

Purdy Mentor of the Year 2025 winners

Leading professional painting tools manufacturer Purdy has announced this year’s winners of its Mentor of the Year competition, at an awards ceremony held in central London on Friday 28 November….

Crown wins award

Leading paint manufacturer secures Race to Net Zero title for third consecutive year at the British Coatings Federation awards (BCF) Crown Paints has secured three prestigious awards at the 2025…

Bell acquires McDermid Decorators

Bell, one of the largest property service contractors in the UK, has recently acquired McDermid Decorators, which will continue to trade under its existing name and structure. Painting and decorating…

Craft, creativity and competitions

Michael McEwan from City of Glasgow College and Mark Mitchell from UHI Inverness reflect on two of the painting and decorating competitions that have taken place this year. The Scottish…

Purdy winner announced

Purdy has announced painter and decorator Simon Walker as the winner of its Portland trip competition, held to celebrate the company’s 100-year anniversary. Simon will enjoy a seven-night, luxury stay…

Mental health awareness

Julia Shervington from mental health charity Mates in Mind explores how you can look after your workforce – and yourself by following this guidance With World Mental Health Day coming…