Dulux Trade
Latest news from Dulux Trade
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New Patron Partnership Brings Colour to Lives of Homeless People
CRASH, the property and construction industry’s charity for homeless people, has expanded its support base by welcoming, Dulux Trade, one the UK’s leading manufacturers of high performance trade paint systems, as a new patron partner.
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Dulux Trade paint launches improved Vinyl Matt Light Base
Dulux Trade has launched an improved Vinyl Matt Light Base, which offers customers a superior level of opacity over the previous formulation.
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Dulux Trade Woodcare brings fresh look to New Forest post Office
A post office in the New Forest has been given a fresh new look and a business boost thanks to a £2000 makeover by leading coatings brand Dulux Trade Woodcare.
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The search is on for the UK's Most Trusted Decorator 2013
Following on from the success of Most Trusted Decorator 2012, Dulux Trade has announced that the competition will return for a second year. During the UK-wide search in 2012, over 1,000 entries were received and this year's Most Trusted Decorator competition is set to be even bigger and better.
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Sean Wilkinson wins Best Interior project trophy
Workington based decorator, Sean Wilkinson, is celebrating after scooping a top industry award.
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Dulux Select Decorator of the year revealed
Dulux Select Decorator, Mark Rigby, is celebrating after scooping the grand prize in the Dulux Select Decorator of the Year Awards, which honours the craftsmanship of accredited decorating professionals.
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Free fuel when you buy paint promotion
The Dulux Trade and Glidden Trade Free Fuel when you Buy Paint promotion is running again throughout March.
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Dulux Trade and the Prince's foundation team up to offer talent development opportunity
Painters and decorators are being given a rare opportunity to gain a qualification in Heritage Skills thanks to Dulux Trade and the Prince's Foundation for Building Community.
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Kevin Forrester named the Dulux Trade Most Trusted Contractor Painter
Kevin Forrester, a foreman at Wellings Decorators Ltd, based in Merseyside, has been named the Dulux Trade Most Trusted Contractor Painter. Kevin was awarded the title by the leading paint manufacturer after a six month campaign to discover the UK's most trustworthy contractor painters.
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AkzoNobel appoints eight to newly created business development role
Leading paint and coatings manufacturer, AkzoNobel, has announced the creation of a new role within its sales team, designed specifically to focus on regional business development.
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Dulux Trade paint to share best practice initiatives at Ecobuild
At this year's Ecobuild (5-7 March 2013), Dulux Trade will be showcasing its latest solutions and initiatives that enable specifiers and painting contractors to work more sustainably, without having to compromise on performance or quality of finish.
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Dulux Trade Paint continues to improve its high performance trim system
Dulux Trade has unveiled its new and improved Undercoat White and Pure Brilliant White trim paint, developing the product as part of its commitment to offering professional decorators premium performance coatings.
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Dulux Trade Paint helps to transform the Bernie Grants Arts centre
Dulux Trade has supported a community project in North London by donating a range of its products for essential refurbishment works.
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AkzoNobel at the Painting & Decorating Show 2012
AkzoNobel will be showcasing its latest range of market-leading products on stands 51 and 25 at this years show.
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Dulux Trade paint launches new and improved Education Specifier Guide
Dulux Trade is continuing to support and educate specifiers with the launch of its most recent literature - The Dulux Trade Education Specifier Guide.
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Dulux Trade paint unveils new professional colour guide
Dulux Trade has launched a new and improved Professional Colour Guide featuring an updated range of colours.
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AkzoNobel hosts housing forum partnership event
Around 30 members of the Housing Forum came together this month (17 October) to learn more about developing successful, long term partnerships and improved working practices for housing maintenance contracts.
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Dulux Trade and Glidden Trade support painters and decorators with free fuel
Dulux Trade and Glidden Trade have launched a promotion with selected decorators merchants to give painters and decorators free fuel when they buy products from either of the brands' extensive portfolio of products*.
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Dulux Trade most trusted contractor painter: Who will you nominate?
There are just a few weeks left to nominate your colleagues to be the Dulux Trade Most Trusted Contractor Painter - a competition which aims to celebrate the people behind the projects, and raise the profile of those who consistently deliver high quality workmanship and go that extra mile.
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Dulux Trade paint gives helping hand to playground project
Dulux Trade paint has shown its support to a central London playground project by supplying a range of its coatings for redevelopment works.
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Dulux Trade Paint adds dimension to white
The experts at Dulux Trade have created eight beautiful collections of whites and off-whites, designed to work with a variety of interior building materials from timber and metal, to stone and terracotta.
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Share your design of the future to win with Dulux Trade
At Dulux Trade we know how important it is for interior designers to be able to bring ideas to life and share their creative vision with clients. Our new Dulux Trade Colour Concept iPad app allows designers and architects to do exactly that, by using innovative technology to create digital concept boards. To celebrate the launch of the new, free app, we are giving designers the chance to win a MacBook Air.
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Dulux Trade presents innovative resources at 100% Design
This year, on stand E141 at 100% Design, leading paints manufacturer Dulux Trade will be unveiling its brand new White Dimensions collection, which brings together a selection of beautiful tinted white shades chosen to complement varied construction materials, such as wood and stone.
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Robbie Dodds is named as the UK's Most Trusted Decorator
Robbie Dodds, of Dodds R Decorators, is celebrating after being selected as the UK's most trusted decorator. Robbie was presented with the accolade by paint manufacturer, Dulux Trade, at a prestigious awards ceremony at The Belfry Hotel, following its campaign to find the most dependable decorator in the UK.
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Dulux Decorators make an impression at Grand Designs live
The Grand Designs Live Show in London looked more impressive than ever this year, thanks to the superb decorating skills of Dulux Select Decorators Wayne de Wet and Sean Wilkinson.
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Dulux Trade is sponsoring a CPD module on "Colour and Contrast" in Building Design magazine
Dulux Trade is sponsoring a CPD module on Colour and Contrast in Building Design magazine
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Independent retailer wins the Dulux Trade Woodcare Ultimate makeover
A lucky business owner in the New Forest has won the Dulux Trade Woodcare Ultimate Makeover - a competition by the brand to give independent retailers a much needed boost and support during the current challenging economic times.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel triumphs at prestigious Painting & Decorating Awards
ICI Paints AkzoNobel enjoyed a successful day at the Painting and Decorating Association Premier Trophy Awards 2012.
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Dulux Trade Vinyl Matt white receives top environmental award
Dulux Trade is celebrating after picking up the prestigious Sir Peter Parker Award at the 2012 Business Commitment to the Environment Leadership Awards.
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Thomas Vale Construction scoops Dulux Trade sponsored building award
Thomas Vale Construction has been named Contractor of the Year (up to £300m) at the prestigious 2012 Building Awards in a category sponsored by DuluxTrade.
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Dulux Trade announces Most Trusted Decorator regional winners
Dulux Trade has unveiled the regional winners of its hotly contested Most Trusted Decorator competition.
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Dulux Trade paint expands specialist flame retardant range
Dulux Trade is giving specifiers greater choice when it comes to addressing fire safety regulations, with the launch of Pyroshield Durable Eggshell.
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Dulux Trade paint reveals eco retreat winners
A lucky Professional Builder reader and his partner were whisked off for a romantic stay at Cornwalls luxury eco hotel, The Scarlet, after winning a competition to celebrate the launch of Dulux Trade's new and improved Vinyl Matt White.
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Dulux Trade paint talks colour at Clerkenwell Design Week
Dulux Trade paint will be offering advice on using colour in commercial environments at this year's Clerkenwell Design Week (22-24 May). Joining forces with carpet tile manufacturer, Interface at its Northburgh Street showroom, Dulux Trade specialist Colour Consultants will be on hand to give attendees expert advice on the latest trends and how to choose shades for any design project.
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Dulux, the UK’s leading paints manufacturer, celebrates 40 years of white paint in Stowmarket
Staff at one of Stowmarket's biggest employers celebrated a landmark anniversary. Current workers joined former employees at AkzoNobel's decorative paints factory - formerly ICI Paints - to mark 40 years of paint manufacturing on Tuesday, May 15th.
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Five lucky website visitors win Apple iPads
As part of the launch of the website, which now features more information to support professional painters and decorators in a user-friendly format, Dulux Trade gave visitors to the site the chance to win an Apple iPad.
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Dulux Trade paint continues its drive to support the trade
Dulux Trade has launched a national voucher promotion to provide painters and decorators with significant cost savings on its range of trade paint.
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Dulux Trade paint adds colour to Durable Flat Matt range
Paint manufacturer, AkzoNobel, has extended its Dulux Trade Durable Flat Matt range to include tinted colours. With the launch of three new bases, decorating professionals can now offer their customers a highly durable flat matt finish in a choice of over 14,000 shades.
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New Dulux Trade iPad app allows designers to share creative vision
Interior designers will be able to share their creative vision with clients in an instant with a new, free iPad app from Dulux Trade paints. The Dulux Trade Colour Concept app allows professional designers and architects to bring their ideas to life by quickly and effortlessly creating concept boards.
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Dulux Trade paint showcases new innovations at Ecobuild
Leading paint manufacturer, Dulux Trade, showcased its latest advances in sustainability at this year's Ecobuild event, including further updates to its environmentally focused range of coatings, Ecosure.
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Dulux Trade Paint recognises Contractors at 2012 Building Awards
Dulux Trade has helped two lucky children achieve the bedroom of their dreams by donating a range of colourful and on trend coatings and wallpaper, as part of a competition run by local housing association Newport City Homes (NCH).
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Dulux Trade High Gloss
It's the best that they've ever made and the best that I've ever used
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Dulux Trade Paint stands to build a sustainable future at Ecobuild
Thanks to the rapid rise of social media many people now boast more 'friends' than ever before, but new research reveals that, on average, we only truly trust four people in life.
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Mum's the word when it comes to trust
Thanks to the rapid rise of social media many people now boast more 'friends' than ever before, but new research reveals that, on average, we only truly trust four people in life.
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Dulux Trade paint helps make dreams come true
Dulux Trade has helped two lucky children achieve the bedroom of their dreams by donating a range of colourful and on trend coatings and wallpaper, as part of a competition run by local housing association Newport City Homes (NCH).
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Dulux Trade launches new sustainability guide
Dulux Trade Paints has underlined its commitments to sustainability and first-class customer support, with the launch of the 'Building a Sustainable Future' information guide.
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The white stuff
European regulations have left most solvent based white gloss paint drying slower, and yellowing faster. But with innovative formulation techniques, Dulux Trade has found a solution that is even better and whiter than before.
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Transforming healthcare environments
Dulux Trade has launched a new guide, Transforming the Healing Environment, designed to help specifiers use colour and design effectively in healthcare environments.
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Dulux Trade launches new woodcare website
Following on from the introduction of its Professional Woodcare Guide, Dulux Trade Woodcare has launched a new website to provide further support to professionals in selecting and using its products.
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Akzonobel cleans up at prestigious sustainability awards
Leading paint and coatings manufacturer, AkzoNobel Decorative Paints, is celebrating after picking up two of the three Sustainable Innovation Awards on offer at the British Coatings Federation's (BCF's) annual awards ceremony. The company was also highly commended twice for its sustainable innovations.
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Dulux Trade Woodcare launches campaign to give local retailers an Ultimate makeover
As retail closures continue at a worrying rate, Dulux Trade Woodcare, one of the UK's leading woodcare brands, has launched a campaign to give independent shops a much-needed boost. Introduced to coincide with the release of a long-awaited high street report by retail guru, Mary Portas, 'The Dulux Trade Ultimate Makeover' competition is offering independent traders the chance to win a top makeover for their store using Dulux Trade Weathershield Ultimate paint.
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Dulux Select Decorator of the Year revealed
Dulux Select Decorator, Wendy Macklin, is celebrating after scooping the grand prize in the Dulux Select Decorator of the Year Awards, which honours the craftsmanship of accredited decorating professionals. The coveted accolade was presented to Wendy at the annual Dulux Select Decorators Christmas Ball ceremony, where she also won her category for an interior painting and decorating project worth over 3,000.
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Dulux Trade Paint offers improved finish with new Pure Brilliant White
As part of its drive to offer appliers the best performing coatings, Dulux Trade has launched a new version of its Vinyl Matt Pure Brilliant White. The product has been updated to provide reduced sheen levels and a flatter finish, helping decorating professionals to achieve the highest standard of workmanship for their customers.
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Akzonobel ranks highly in environment agency league table
AkzoNobel, parent company of the UK's leading trade paint brand, Dulux Trade paints, has been ranked in 100th place in the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) league table, putting the company in the top five percent.
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Authentically Inspired Colour Schemes for Beautiful Homes
When it comes to creating a beautiful living space, the colour you select for your walls is crucial to achieve the perfect ambiance. The Heritage range of paints from Dulux Trade is an elegantly crafted collection of period inspired shades in professional finishes, designed to enhance and enrich your home.
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Dulux Trade launches new Woodcare specifier guide
Dulux Trade is continuing to support specifiers with the launch of its latest product resource.
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Dulux Trade launches Professional Woodcare guide
Dulux Trade is further supporting decorators and painting contractors, with the introduction of its new Woodcare Product Guide.
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Dulux Trade launches new Light & Space colour card
Dulux Trade has unveiled a new and improved colour card for its revolutionary colour range, Light & Space.
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Dulux Trade paints a colourful possibility
Understanding the power of colour, renowned colour authority, Dulux Trade Paints, has announced its trend predictions for the year ahead with the launch of its annual ColourFutures™ book for 2012.
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Polycell Trade launches new website
As part of a major digital update and to offer further support to professional tradesmen, Polycell Trade has launched a new and improved website.
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Cheam boy gets pole position in rally competition
Seven-year-old James Bradley's dreams came true earlier this month when he received a personal visit from British Rally Championship driver, Louise Cook.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel supports Give & Gain initiative
As part of Give & Gain Day, an initiative organised by not-for-profit organisation, Business in the Community, ICI Paints AkzoNobel has donated products and services to support the makeover of an outdoor leisure area at Shepherds Down School near Winchester.
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ICI Paints showcases trusted brands at the Painting and Decorating show 2011
Following on from last year's success, ICI Paints AkzoNobel will be showcasing its range of market-leading products on stand 25 at this year's National Painting and Decorating show.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel shows commitment to new talent
ICI Paints AkzoNobel has demonstrated its commitment to supporting new talent in the painting and decorating industry through its sponsorship of the London 2012 Apprentice Skills Showcase.
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London to Paris charity cycle ride
CLC Group's Nick Hilton and Malcolm White recently successfully completed the London to Paris charity cycle, a challenging route of nearly 500km.
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Cuprinol Trade launches new website
Cuprinol Trade, the leading authority in high quality woodcare products, has launched its new website www.cuprinoltrade.co.uk to offer greater support and advice to professional tradesmen.
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Dulux Trade launches whitest ever glosses
In a significant move for the painting and decorating industry, Dulux Trade has launched a new range of solvent based gloss products which are its whitest ever.
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AkzoNobel praises European painting skills legacy workshop
AkzoNobel is highlighting the importance of career development for decorators following the successful inaugural European Painting Skills Legacy Workshop, which was held in association with the International Association of Painting Contractors (UNIEP).
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Cookie's Dulux Store Drop in
Leading Dulux Trade MSA British Rally Championship lady driver Louise Cook took her distinctly liveried Ford Fiesta to the Medway Dulux Decorator Centre's promotional day on the 16th of May
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Dulux Trade winner enjoys day out at Jim Clark International Rally
Bradford-based property surveyor Michael Hardeman and his family enjoyed a VIP day out at the Jim Clark International Rally in Kelso thanks to Dulux Trade and Professional Housebuilder and Property Developer (PHPD).
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel unveils market leading sustainability solutions at Ecobuild 2011
ICI Paints AkzoNobel, the world's leading decorative paints and performance coatings company, unveiled its latest sustainable product and service developments at Ecobuild 2011.
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Dulux Trade Paint named as one of the top business superbrands
Dulux Trade has been ranked number 25 in the annual Top 100 Business Superbrands list by The Centre for Brand Analysis (TCBA).
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2011 Colour Seminars for Architects
You are invited to join our Colour Seminars for 2011. Colour and Contrast on 24th June & ColourFutures on 30th September.
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Dulux Trade enhances Vinyl Matt for improved performance and sustainability
AkzoNobel has been announced as the title sponsor for the 2011 Painting Skills Legacy Workshop, in association with The International Association of Painting Contractors (UNIEP).
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Local decorator reuinited with childhood nurse
AkzoNobel has been announced as the title sponsor for the 2011 Painting Skills Legacy Workshop, in association with The International Association of Painting Contractors (UNIEP).
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Dulux Trade hosts colour seminar at the Surface Design Show
Dulux Trade hosted a highly successful RIBA approved CPD (Continuing Personal Development) seminar at the Surface Design Show in February, highlighting the importance of colour in the built environment.
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PPG settles advertising claim brought by ICI
ICI Paints AkzoNobel has announced that it has reached an out of court resolution of the High Court claim it brought against PPG Industries in relation to its Johnstone's Trade 'No. 1' campaign.
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ICI Paints Akzonobel steps up at Ecobuild 2011
ICI Paints AkzoNobel, the world's leading decorative paints and performance coatings company, is once again preparing to exhibit at Ecobuild 2011, at the ExCel exhibition and conference centre, 1st-3rd March.
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Dulux Trade enhances contractor product offering
Dulux Trade has expanded its range of high performance solutions for the contract market, with the launch of a reformulated Fast Matt solution. The move improves the range of products available for professional contractors, making it easier for them to achieve the highest standard of finish.
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South west sales teams give time to community project
Earlier this month, the South West sales team from ICI Paints AkzoNobel donned its overalls to paint Weston Hospicecare, in Weston-super-Mare.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel celebrates successes in sustainability
ICI Paints AkzoNobel is celebrating a successful end to 2010, after Dulux Trade scooped the 'Best Use of Strategic Marketing' prize at the Construction Marketing Awards (CMAs) on 2nd December 2010.
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Wayne de Wet scoops Grand Winner Dulux Select Decorator of the Year 2011 award
The Dulux Select Decorator team has named Wayne de Wet as Dulux Select Decorator of the Year 2011. The coveted prize was presented to Wayne at the annual Dulux Select Decorator Winter Ball ceremony.
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Dulux Trade launches new Diamond applier guide
Dulux Trade has launched a new Applier Guide for its hard-wearing Diamond range, helping professional appliers to make informed decisions and recommendations as to which product is best suited for a job.
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Dulux Trade looks forward to 2011 British Rally Championship
Following a successful first season, Dulux Trade is looking forward to sponsoring the British Rally Championship for a second year.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel takes TradeXpress online
ICI Paints AkzoNobel has enhanced its support service for decorating professionals with the launch of TradeXpress.co.uk - a one-stop-shop for appliers looking for industry news, business advice or just fun competitions to entertain them in their tea break.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel to launch iPhone app
ICI Paints AkzoNobel is to unveil an exclusive iPhone app at the 2010 Painting & Decorating Show. Created specially for appliers, the TradeXpress app will be available free of charge and is designed to help professionals research and source the paint manufacturer"s products on the go.
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Dulux Trade launches reformulated Fast Matt
Dulux Trade has reformulated its Fast Matt specifically for contractors who want to get ahead of the game in an increasingly tough market place.
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Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior Gloss System celebrates 25th birthday
Dulux Trade, the industry-leading manufacturer of paints and high performance coatings, is celebrating the 25th birthday of its Weathershield Exterior Gloss System.
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Dulux Trade predicts a colourful future
Dulux Trade, the renowned colour authority, has unveiled its colour trend predictions for the year ahead with the highly anticipated launch of its unique ColourFutures™ 2011 resource. Compiled by the colour experts at Dulux Trade, the insightful publication translates global themes into style trends for interior and exterior design.
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National Painting and Decorating Show 2009
Dulux Trade, the UKs leading trade paint brand, is participating at this years National Painting & Decorating Show, on Tuesday 10th & Wednesday 11th November, at the International Events Centre, Ricoh Arena, Coventry.
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National Painting and Decorating Show 2010
Dulux Trade, the UK's leading trade paint brand, is participating at this year's National Painting & Decorating Show, on Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th November, at the International Events Centre, Ricoh Arena, Coventry.
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British Council for School Environments' Industry Awards
The BCSE Industry Awards Dinner, held on Wednesday 24th June 2009 at The Emirates Stadium in London, was a glittering evening of celebration for industry professionals recognising the UK's world class school design and construction industry. The dinner was a dazzling conclusion to National School Environments Week, a week of celebrating great schools.
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Multi million pound investment in colour from Dulux Trade Paint
ICI Paints AkzoNobel, parent company of Dulux Trade, has announced a significant level of funding as part of its major colour strategy, which will give professional specifiers access to cutting edge colour production.
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Local pupils help to restore miners wheel in Gateshead village
Pupils from a Gateshead school took time out of class recently to help restore a landmark monument in their village.
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Willmott Dixon and ICI Paints Akzonobel join forces
Willmott Dixon Construction and ICI Paints AkzoNobel have entered into a mutual agreement which will see the construction giant working closely with the global paint manufacturer.
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Dulux Trade launches Weathershield Applier Guide
Dulux Trade has made selecting exterior coatings even easier, following the launch of its new Weathershield Applier Guide.
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Dulux Trade refurbishes online colour offering
Leading paint manufacturer, Dulux Trade, is making the world of colour even easier, following the launch of a new dedicated colour section on its website.
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Championship rally driver helps promote events
Leading Dulux Trade MSA British Rally Championship lady driver Louise Cook has been helping out at one of Dulux Trade customers promotional events.
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Dulux Trade Paint store promotion at City Plumbing Supplies, Isle of Man
Dulux Trade MSA British Rally Championship front runners Dave Weston Junior/Ieuan Thomas and Swift Sport Cup newcomer Tom Clark/Aggie Foster took time out of their busy pre rally schedule to attend a Dulux Trade store promotion ahead of this month's Rally Isle of Man.
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Dulux Trade Extends Metalshield Range
Leading paint manufacturer, Dulux Trade, has extended its specialist coatings portfolio, with the launch of Metalshield Satin.
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It's clear to see it's Dulux Trade with new invisible technology
ICI Paints AkzoNobel has revealed the latest advance in paint technology, Veri-Tag, a revolutionary additive that uses laser based technology to help identify the authenticity of Dulux Trade paints and ensure specifications are followed.
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Dulux Trade paint makes colourful contributions at Industry Design Events
Leading paint manufacturer and colour authority, Dulux Trade, gave the architect and interior design community exclusive access to its colour experts at two recent industry events, providing invaluable insight into the use of colour in commercial environments and in education spaces.
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AkzoNobel stands by its products
In a recent statement, PPG confirmed that it had filed its defence in the legal action started by ICI Paints AkzoNobel. The legal action relates to PPG's alleged unlawful comparative advertising of its Johnstone's Paint range. PPG also announced that it had issued a counterclaim against ICI Paints AkzoNobel questioning the claimed spreading rates of some paints in the ICI Paints AkzoNobel range.
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Dulux Trade and Carillion paint the town green with Forum for the Future under 'Project Zero Emission Enterprise'
Leading paint manufacturer, Dulux Trade, independent sustainability experts, Forum for the Future, and construction group, Carillion, have joined forces to conduct a three-year investigation into how sustainable innovation can save organisations both time and money, and even help them break into new markets.
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Dulux Trade MSA British Rally Championship on tour at Jackson Building Centres Bonanza 2010
Ahead of the Pirelli International Rally, the Dulux Trade MSA British Rally Championship was on tour at the Jackson Building Centres Bonanza event near Lincoln.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel instigates court proceedings against PPG
ICI Paints AkzoNobel has announced that it has launched legal proceedings against PPG Architectural Coatings Limited following Johnstone's Paints ongoing 'No. 1' advertising campaign.
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It's what's on the outside that counts
First impressions count and the exterior decoration and protection of a building is essential in order to ensure it stays looking good for as long as possible. With this in mind, Dulux Trade has revamped its Weathershield Specifier Guide, to provide a one-stop-shop for professionals looking for products that will deliver on sustainability, durability, and offer outstanding value for money.
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Dulux Trade Diamond range showcased at Earls Court and Olympia
Earls Court & Olympia, the company behind two of West Londons largest exhibition and conference centres, has specified the groundbreaking Diamond range of paints from Dulux Trade for use at its world famous venues.
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Dulux Trade paint unveils new Fast Matt and Supermatt colour card
As a renowned authority when it comes to colour, Dulux Trade understands that successful painting projects start with effective colour selection.
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Decorate with a trusted tradesman
Create your dream home with TrustMark approved decorators.
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Dulux Trade launches revolutionary exterior woodcare solution that lasts a decade
Dulux Trade has unveiled the latest innovation in advanced exterior wood protection with the launch of its ground-breaking Weathershield Ultimate Woodstain and Weathershield Ultimate Opaque products - offering up to ten years' protection for exterior wood.
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Dulux Trade demonstrates sustainable best practice at Ecobuild
Industry-leading manufacturer of paints and performance coatings, Dulux Trade, is celebrating a successful Ecobuild after a 'live case study' from City of York Council helped drive a high number of visitors to its stand.
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Dulux Trade unveils inspirational Weathershield colour resource
As a renowned authority when it comes to colour, Dulux Trade understands that successful painting projects start with effective colour selection.
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Help us build the Dulux Design Service
Want to run your own interior design business? Want to turn your natural talent into a successful enterprise?
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel steps up at Ecobuild 2010
ICI Paints AkzoNobel, the world's leading manufacturer of sustainable decorative paints and performance coatings, is once again preparing to exhibit at Ecobuild, which will be held at Earls Court, 2nd-4th March 2010.
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Akzonobel sponsors the Painting Skills Legacy Workshop 2011
AkzoNobel has been announced as the title sponsor for the 2011 Painting Skills Legacy Workshop, in association with The International Association of Painting Contractors (UNIEP).
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British Rally Championship announces Dulux Trade as title sponsor
The British Rally Championship is proud to announce the industry-leading manufacturer of paints and high performance coatings, Dulux Trade, as its title sponsor for the 2010 season.
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Digitally enhanced: new video content on Dulux Trade website
Dulux Trade has enhanced the help and support section of its website with the addition of a series of brand new video guides, including professional application tips and expert tricks of the trade.
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Dulux trade paint to show the power of colour in education at BSEC
At the 2010 Building Schools Exhibition and Conference (BSEC), Dulux Trade will be inviting delegates to experience its 'Transforming Schools' campaign first hand.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel helps specifiers protect wood and their reputation
ICI Paints AkzoNobel is further supporting specifiers in accurate product selection, with the launch of three comprehensive product guides for its leading woodcare ranges.
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Dulux Trade Paint unveils Decorator Colour Guide
Dulux Trade is giving even more support to professional decorators with the launch of its new colour guide and DVD.
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ICI Paints AkzoNobel simplifies woodcare selection
ICI Paints AkzoNobel is making woodcare selection even easier, following the launch of three comprehensive product guides for its leading woodcare ranges.
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Ivor Macklin wins Dulux Select Decorator of the Year at Dulux Trade Winter Ball
Dulux Select Decorator, Ivor Macklin, is celebrating after being announced as the 2009 Dulux Select Decorator of the Year. The awards ceremony took place at the annual Dulux Trade Winter Ball at the luxury Windmill Village Hotel in Coventry.
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Dulux Trade Paint does the double
ICI Paints AkzoNobel has confirmed its position as an industry leader in sustainability, after being awarded two coveted environmental accolades. As well as triumphing in the 2009 Green Business Awards, Dulux Trade has been highly commended in the Sustainable Manufacturer of the Year category at the UK Green Building Council's (UK GBC) 'Making Sustainable Development Happen' Conference.
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Addressing sustainability in a challenging market
While 'sustainability' is undeniably the buzzword du jour, there is concern that limited understanding exists within the industry of how to develop sustainable solutions beyond the short term.
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Dulux Trade Paint Professional Product Guide receives facelift
Dulux Trade understands the importance of specifying the right products for the right job, if the best possible results are to be achieved. To support this aim, Dulux Trade has updated its Professional Product Guide, providing unrivalled professional and expert advice to the industry. The enhanced guide includes the latest range of Dulux Trade products and informative new sections addressing topics such as sustainability and VOC legislation.
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Dulux Select Decorators add finishing touches to Paint for Change project
Dulux Select Decorators have put the final touches to makeovers at community projects up and down the country as part of the Dulux 'Paint for Change' project. Run in conjunction with The Sun, the 'Paint for Change' initiative was designed to inspire the nation to pick up a paintbrush. A number of Dulux Select Decorators were involved in the scheme which saw eleven deserving community schemes across the UK rejuvenated free of charge.
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Fire Power: Dulux Trade Paint offers flame retardance in just two steps
Dulux Trade has launched a brand new extension to its revolutionary Pyroshield flame retardant range, which protects walls and ceilings and minimises flame spread in the event of a fire.
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Do you know Britain's most trusted tradesmen?
As part of their ongoing strategy to raise awareness of TrustMark and their members, TrustMark is highlighting the great work being carried out by UK tradesmen by launching its biggest marketing campaign to date, starting with eight weeks of outdoor, online and PR activity to find the country's top 100 tradesmen.
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Makeovers at schools show school buildings really matter
The British Council for School Environments (BCSE) today launches the Big School Makeover - a major national education programme to encourage teachers, parents and young people to get involved in refreshing or refurbishing a classroom, dining room or even an outside space.
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Dulux Trade Paint launches free digital colour palette tool
Dulux Trade is helping architects and designers to bring colour to life with the launch of a brand new free digital resource that downloads every single shade in the Dulux Trade core colour palette directly into an existing design software package.
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Ecosure range of paints displayed in the House of Commons
The display, which was organised by the British Brands Group, aimed to demonstrate to the Members of Parliament the importance of innovation to the profitability of branded goods and hence to the UK economy.
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Dulux Trade Paint announces Colour Trends for 2010
Leading paints manufacturer Dulux Trade has published its colour trend predictions for the year ahead in ColourFutures™ 2010 - the must-have style bible for architects and designers that translates global themes into style trends for interior and exterior design.
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Dulux Trade 'Colour Guru' shares expert advice on housetohome.co.uk
To celebrate the launch of the stunning Heritage colour collection from Dulux Trade, colour expert Phillipa Allden has recorded a special video for home inspiration website housetohome.co.uk.
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Time to brush away the competition with help from Dulux Trade
Recognising the pressures decorators are under in this challenging economic climate, Dulux Trade has stepped up to the mark and re-launched its elite Dulux Select Decorators scheme. It now offers even more exclusive benefits, strengthened training packages and increased support for members, to help them brush away the competition and win more business.
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Quality as standard: Enhanced Dulux Trade contract partnership scheme unveiled
Following extensive research into the needs of contractors and specifiers, Dulux Trade is re-launching its ground-breaking contractor accreditation scheme. Established to promote quality workmanship and business practices within the painting and decorating industry.
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Transforming Communities: Dulux Trade Paint launches campaign to help raise tenant satisfaction
Tenant satisfaction levels are one of the most important key performance indicators (KPIs) used by local authorities (LAs), housing associations (HAs) and registered social landlords (RSLs) to benchmark achievement.
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Unique Dulux Trade Light & Space Absolute White confirmed as whitest colour on the market
Tests have confirmed that by being less absorbent and more reflective of light, the unique Light & Space Absolute White paint from Dulux Trade is the whitest, lightest and brightest paint on the market.
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Amazing technicolor dream coat: Dulux Trade launches colourful new range for exterior wood
Exterior wood will be looking vibrant this season, with the introduction of over 620 new tinted colours to the popular Weathershield portfolio of exterior trade paints from Dulux Trade.
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Dulux Trade Paint takes another Step Towards Greener with new Ecosure Matt formulation
Building upon the success of its most environmentally friendly range of paints, Ecosure, Dulux Trade has reformulated its matt formulation to make it even more sustainable.
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Dulux Trade Paint Introduces Transformational Thinking
Dulux Trade has shown further commitment to its customers with the introduction of an inspirational new brochure, which showcases its extensive range of market-leading products and services, and introduces how the company finds its unrivalled creativity and innovation through transformational thinking.
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Dulux Trade Paint auctions artwork to help Cancer Research UK
Dulux Trade has brought a splash of colour to Cancer Research UK by donating a piece of art that was auctioned at a charity event which raised over 4000.
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Dulux Trade Paint 2010 Puzzle Page winners announced!
Over recent months, The Professional Painter and Decorator and Dulux Trade have teamed up to offer readers the chance to win a range of great prizes by completing a series of challenging coffee break puzzles.
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Dulux Trade Pyroshield Seminars
Following the recent addition of Pyroshield Durable Matt to our Dulux Trade Pyroshield flame retardant range, we are hosting some informative regional seminars for those involved with specification.
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Dulux Trade proves its performance in the real world at the National Painting and Decorating Show
ICI Paints AkzoNobel has returned from its most successful year yet at the National Painting and Decorating show, which took place at Coventrys Ricoh Arena.
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Innovative Dulux Trade Paint Solidifier recognised for its contribution to waste management and resource efficiency
Dulux Trade has been recognised for its innovative Paint Solidifier, in the Construction Products Associations 2009 edition of Construction Products Innovation and Achievement (CPIA).
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Painting by Numbers: Dulux Trade makes colour selection as easy as 1-2-3
It is becoming increasingly common for clients to expect Project and Facilities Managers with little or no design experience to specify a colour scheme for a commercial build or refurb. Dulux Trade knows that not everyone can be a design expert, so with this in mind, it has developed a new colour card to take the guesswork out of choosing and combining colours allowing non-specialists to create beautifully coordinated and inspiring design schemes that will be a hit with any client.
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A van-tastic competition!
The decorator team at Dulux Trade headquarters set professional decorators a creative challenge back in January, encouraging them to get in touch with their artistic sides and give their vans a makeover to be proud of, for the chance to win a Tom Tom Go 520 Sat Nav to make their vans even more vantastic.
