Are you an Armstead Ally?

Armstead Trade teams up with Volunteer It Yourself and On The Tools to kick-off ‘Armstead Allies’ campaign

With fewer young people considering a career in the trade industry, we knew we had to do something about it.

That’s why we have formed the Armstead Allies. A group of trade mentors that are passionate about supporting the community and inspiring the next generation of tradespeople.

It’s all part of our long-term commitment to giving back to local communities under AkzoNobel’s People, Planet, Paint promise. We believe paint can be a powerful tool, both brightening spaces and people’s lives.

First stop, Nottingham

Transform Nottinghamshire Clubs for Young People.

The Armstead Allies teamed up with Volunteer It Yourself and On The Tools for their first project – helping a group of young people transform Nottinghamshire Clubs for Young People.

The Allies included Mike Cupit author of Decorators Forum UK, Nathan Carter and his apprentice Kieran O’Neill from Nice Decor, Seán Kelly from Seán Kelly Enterprises Ltd (who is also a Dulux Select Decorator!), and Billy Flynn from Flynn & Co.

With over 70 years’ painting and decorating experience between them, they were the perfect mentors for the job. The perfect paint for the job? It had to be Armstead Trade Durable Matt, due to its reliable performance in high traffic areas. The water-based product is hardwearing and easy to apply.

Colour shown: Armstead Trade Goosewing

On the day, and with the guidance of the Allies, the 10 young volunteers took part in practical learning, gained a sense of achievement, and got a taste of what a career in painting and decorating is like.

Mike Cupit, Decorator’s Forum UK: “It was a privilege to be involved with the Armstead Allies. If you’re a decorator reading this, I urge you to reach out to Armstead to hear how you can get involved with their next project. Also, have a look at what VIY is doing, because if you can help in any way, you will make a massive difference to someone’s life.”

Colour shown: Armstead Trade Goosewing

If you’d like to see what happened on the day and hear more from our mentors and mentees, watch this video from On the Tools.

Interested in becoming an Armstead Ally?

We're looking for professional decorators to get involved with community decorating projects. There's also a chance you'll star in our future brand videos, take part in product trials and see your own work championed!

If you’re a fan of our reliable paints and the above sounds like your cup of tea, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s how you can get involved:

Prefer to contact Armstead Trade instead? Simply send us an email with the subject line ‘Armstead Allies’ and register your interest.