As a Grade II listed building that hadn’t been decorated for 14 years, The Old Rectory near Honiton was desperately overdue a restoration – particularly on the weathered exterior. The…
The future of workwear
Decorating Matters Editor Neil Braidwood discovers that workwear is changing with the times. Why do painters and decorators wear white? The tradition dates back to the 19th century when painters…
Painting the Queen Mary ocean liner
A manuscript from the 1930s, recently unearthed by the author’s son, provides a fascinating insight into the detailed decoration of one of the world’s first ‘express’ transatlantic passenger ships.
Valspar Breathes New Life into School
Recognising the impact a positive learning environment can have on students, Valspar Trade is proud to have supported the renovation of Hill Park School, donating a range of its paint products, colour expertise and staff volunteers to help transform the school into a fresh, clean and calm space.
Painting the Queen Mary – John Christie’s lecture
If you enjoyed our feature on the painting of the Queen Mary ocean liner, here is the full transcript of John Christie’s lecture from 1936. John oversaw the decoration of the entire ship between 1935 and 1936 while he was working for Glasgow decorating firm Guthrie & Wells.
How to spot signs of woodworm
Nicholas Donnithorne, UK Technical Manager at Rentokil Property Care shares his five pre-painting woodworm checks for a perfect finish.
New product guide from Valspar Trade
Valspar Trade launch its new Professional Trade Product and Colour Guide, highlighting its range of advanced water-based paints and expert colour offering.
Meet our Members – Artur Levickis
In our regular feature, we find out about members of the Scottish Decorators’ Federation. This time, it’s Artur Levickis, from Nodram Aberdeen.
Meet our Members – David Borthwick
In our regular feature, we find out about members of the Scottish Decorators’ Federation. This time, it’s David Borthwick Jnr, from Borthwick Decorators Ltd, which has offices across central Scotland.
New storage box from Purdy
Leading professional painting tools manufacturer Purdy has launched its Purdy Painter’s Storage Box into the UK market. A storage system built specifically for professional decorators, the Painter’s Storage Box is packed with features designed to make tool transportation and everyday use as simple as possible.