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Suppliers of: Specialist Trade Paints, Acrylic Trade Paints, Trade Gloss Paints, Trade Matt Paints,Trade Emulsion Paints, Dulux Trade Paints, Gliddens Trade Paints, Hammerite Metal paints, Ecosure environmental paints, Exterior Trade Paints, Interior Trade Paints,
Dulux Trade Paints leads the way in professional specification services, providing ’Total Solutions’ that can add value to your projects. Whatever your business sector or building type, we believe that we can be your expert partner.
Dulux Trade is a leading brand in the UK trade paint market.
Offering an outstanding combination of product quality and performance together with unsurpassed levels of service and technical support, the Dulux Trade range can be used and specified with complete confidence.
Dulux Trade Main Ranges include:
Vinyl Matt and Core Range:
Great looking results are essential as they reflect on you and your professional reputation. With this in mind, Dulux Trade are proud to offer a range of essential paints that deliver the quality finish you demand every day.
New Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt uses the latest technology to offer improved application properties and an even better finish. With an improved in-can consistency, Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt can now be applied with or without thinning for great results.
Diamond Range:
Dulux Trade Diamond Matt and Diamond Eggshell are formulated with ground breaking stain repellent technology, an innovative industry first. Unlike traditional paints, stains bead on contact with the paint’s surface, actively repelling spills that would normally stain. Plus there’s Dulux Trade Diamond High Performance Eggshell, the most durable Diamond emulsion yet proving 43% more scruff resistant than Diamond Eggshell.
Quick Dry Trim Range:
Quick Dry is the water-based trim paints range from Dulux Trade that enable faster and more productive working while creating a finish that mimics the high sheen and flowout properties of traditional solvent-based products; delivering quicker drying times and speeding up efficiency on site without compromising on the finished result.
Weathershield Range:
Weathershield products offer unbeatable protection for exterior masonry, wood and metal trim. Wherever there is a need to protect and enhance the exterior of a building, Weathershield delivers outstanding performance.
Heritage Range:
Heritage is our range of classic colours hand-picked by our designers for today’s most beautiful homes and available in a range of Professional quality paints, trusted by craftsmen since 1931. The 112 beautiful shades have been expertly curated by Dulux colourists. To help find the perfect shade, each colour area is arranged into pale, mid, and deep tones, plus a specially selected white that will coordinate effortlessly with the other tones in the same column.
Woodcare Range:
Dulux offer a wide range of Woodcare Paints and treatments. Outstanding finishes that provide the right long term protection for wood, inside and out.
Pyroshield Range:
Upgrade painted surfaces to meet fire regulations and protect occupants by delaying the spread of flame. Pyroshield Basecoat, Pyroshield Durable Matt and Pyroshield Durable Eggshell are three alternative versions of a revolutionary new flame retardant coating formulation developed by Dulux Trade after a rigorous research and testing programme, and are especially suitable for communal areas of public buildings.
Metalshield Range:
Metalshield from Dulux Trade is a range of high performance metal coatings that provide up to 8 years protection for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, thanks to a revolutionary formulation that employs new barrier technology to lock out air and moisture.
Sterishield Range:
Sterishield from Dulux Trade represents a revolutionary step-change in hygiene coatings, containing active in-film bactericides which inhibit the growth of bacteria such as MRSA, E. Coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, available in two durable finshes sustainable for a wide range of environments.
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S&C Painting Services Ltd wins Dulux Connect Project Award for excellence in painting
Midlands-based S&C Painting Services Ltd was founded by Steve Bennett over 14 years ago. The company has showcased its versatility with the recent external decoration of the Old Smithy Cottage in Brewood – and has been awarded the Dulux Connect Project Award for excellence in painting and decorating for the project. Old Smithy Cottage is a 14th Century property, which needed a welcome refresh to revitalise its appearance and encourage the sale of the building.
A team of five worked on the project and were commended for their use of materials and care to the traditional appearance of the building. Two of the team were apprentices taken on by S&C Painting Services Ltd. It was the first time they had worked on a historical site of this nature, providing valuable skills to aid their future development.
The works undertaken
Given the age of the property and with work not carried out for several years, a lot of preparation was required before the exterior was ready for painting. The S&C team were careful not to use any products that would alter the traditional look of the cottage, with specialist fillers used on the doors and windows ahead of decorating. Once ready, the exterior walls, metal gutters and windows, doors and iconic Tudor beams were all painted.
Ahead of working on the project, Steve Bennett met with the Dulux Trade team at the site to discuss the most suitable products for the task. After consultation, the Dulux Trade team recommended they specify Dulux Trade Weathershield Smooth Masonry on the render thanks to its ability to maintain a superior finish and provide protection from mould and algae. Dulux Weathershield Undercoat and Gloss were used for the metal gutters and windows, offering 8 year all weather protection.
For the beautiful Tudor beams, Dulux Trade Ultimate Opaque (black) was used to provide a water-repellent satin finish with 10-year Weathershield protection. Dulux Ultimate Opaque (white) was used for the doors and window shutters.
The S&C Painting Services Ltd team are regular users of the Dulux Trade products and were impressed by the good coverage offered by the Dulux Weathershield range for this particular job.
Enhancing the building aesthetic
Ensuring the original look and feel of the property was maintained was essential during this project. One challenge was the window shutters, which were in a poor condition. For these, the team decided to use a satin finish rather than gloss once the shutters had been scraped and prepped to ensure the best result.
Steve Bennett, Managing Director, at S&C Painting Services, explains why: “Opting for a satin finish for the shutters worked well as we were able to provide a beautiful finish that hid the blemishes left after years of being exposed to the elements – whereas gloss would have highlighted them.”
Steve added: “We had to be careful to choose the right paint for a building of this type. We worked with the Dulux Trade team to ensure the materials used would maintain the character of the building and showcase the old features of the cottage.”
Location, location, location
Another challenge was the location of the building. It was close to the road, which meant the team had to employ measures to keep themselves and passers-by safe – and minimise disruption. Barriers were used to provide the team with enough space to work and for the mobile tail lift to be operated. The cottage also has a small, cobbled drive, which had to be fully boarded and protected before the cherry picker - used to get close to the windows and chimney - could be introduced.
“Preparation was key for this project given the age of the building,” continues Steve Bennett. “Not only did the property itself need work carrying out before we could start painting, but we also had to carefully plan how the team would safely work on this project, with the property situated right up against the pavement and road.”
Feedback from the owner was incredibly positive with the client delighted with how the exterior restoration turned out. The refreshed property is set to feature in an issue of Town & Country magazine. The team also had lots of nice comments from passers-by saying how lovely the building looked upon completion.
“I’m really proud of the team for their work on this project and it’s fantastic for them to receive such positive feedback and get the recognition they deserve with the Dulux Connect Project Award for excellence in painting and decorating,” concluded Steve.
To find out more about S&C Painting Services Ltd, visit: www.sandcpaintingservicesltd.co.uk.
Oakdene Finishes Ltd wins Dulux Connect Project Award for Project Management
Farnborough-based Oakdene Finishes Ltd is a well-deserved recipient of the Dulux Connect Project Award for Project Management. The team received the accolade for their role as principal decorators on the £1 billion transformation of the Old War Office in London’s Whitehall.
A substantial project encompassing painting, decorating, and polishing, the Oakdene Finishes Ltd team used their expert knowledge and experience of producing high-end work to ensure the efficient and safe delivery of the project. They worked closely with Dulux Trade and Dulux Decorator Centre to ensure the correct paint specification and timely deliveries.
The scope of works
Considered an architectural masterpiece of the Edwardian age, the Old War Office building is spread over 770,000 square feet. It was built in 1906, using 26,000 tons of Portland stone, 3,000 tons of York stone, hundreds of thousands of Roman cube mosaics and more than 26 million bricks.
Working with contractor Ardmore Group on this prestigious central London property, the Oakdene Finishes Ltd team has spent over three years on the site, with completion expected by mid-2023. The contract involved the sensitive restoration of the Grade II listed historic property - to include a 125-room, world-class Raffles Hotel which has seven floors below ground and seven floors above. 85 luxury residences have also been constructed and they range from studios up to five-bedroom apartments. There are also nine restaurants, three bars, a swimming pool, spa, gym, and ballroom.
The importance of teamwork
Operating on site with up to 120 painters, decorators and polishers at its peak, the project raised several challenges along the way - including working throughout a global pandemic. On a site so huge the team were able to continue with certain elements of the job, whilst keeping a safe two metre distance from colleagues.
However, supply chain and labour issues faced across other elements of the refurbishment meant Oakdene Finishes Ltd had to stay agile. The team amended the programme as required to ensure progress continued.
The specification
Protecting the building’s Heritage status was a huge priority. The Oakdene Finishes Ltd team worked closely with Ardmore Group to guarantee that areas of significant heritage were protected, and original features maintained. They also ensured that everything was completed safely and adhered to the tight project timeline.
Dulux Trade provided most materials for the project, with Oakdene Finishes Ltd using a wide range of paints including Vinyl and Diamond as well as a number of Weathershield, Metalshield, Mouldshield products where more specialist paints were needed.
Speaking about the materials used, Dan Higgs, Managing Director at Oakdene Finishes Ltd, said: “We recommended Dulux Trade for the specification, as we knew it would provide a quality product, with consistent availability at a good price. We worked alongside the Dulux Trade team from the beginning of the project - and several members of the team attended site to ensure the specification could meet the client’s decorative requirements. Dulux Trade assisted with colour matching to the original specifications, and provided quality products that ensured the high-end finish throughout the building.
“With Covid causing material shortages across the UK, the Dulux Trade sales representatives and Dulux Decorator Centre team were incredibly helpful in sourcing the right products from across the UK for our use.”
Preparation is key
Working with contractor Ardmore Group on this prestigious central London property, the Oakdene Finishes Ltd team has spent over three years on the site, with completion expected by mid-2023. The contract involved the sensitive restoration of the Grade II listed historic property - to Prior to applying the Dulux Trade products, surfaces needed to be correctly prepared. This took hundreds of man hours and included the safe removal of layers of lead paint in some areas (due to the age of the building) and ensuring that any stripped features still fitted the property’s aesthetic once complete.
As well as painting, the project also required miles of wallcovering, and restoration to century old oak panelling.
An award-winning project
Given the scale of the restoration and the number of workers involved, exemplary project management was a must. Daily planning and review sessions, a clear stakeholder management process and effective manpower, resource and material scheduling were all implemented.
The Dulux Connect Project Award judges praised Oakdene Finishes Ltd for the use of technology to support the first-class running of the project. As well as on-site communication via handheld radio devices, WhatsApp was used to connect the various trade teams involved and allow supervisors to easily communicate with the head office. On top of this, the use of a bespoke digital project management software allowed for live internal and external reviews, management of resources and the support of cost reporting (including invoicing and employee pay).
“It was one of the largest renovation works in Europe” continued Dan Higgs. “The refurbishment had to be carefully planned and managed from day one to ensure timely delivery and the proper restoration of rooms and features. The sheer scale of the project meant that we had to have a clear and robust plan and timeline throughout so that we could deliver. Our work at the Old War Office has led to more business for us, which is the ultimate sign of client satisfaction.”
Feedback on the completed areas has been very positive from Ardmore Group, with the building on track to be finished by summer 2023. Oakdene Finishes Ltd has since received more projects from Ardmore Group, including the redevelopment of Chelsea Barracks and Cambridge House.
To find out more about Oakdene Finishes Ltd, visit: www.oakdenefinishes.co.uk.
