Dulux Academy Live

Interiors: Filler selection
Mon 17th May - 10am


4 Spaces Remaining

A look at the go-to polycell trade products that will make filling interior surfaces easier. Looking at powder versus ready mixed and at the properties of the different filler ranges

Dulux Heritage Range
Mon 17th May - 12pm


1 Spaces Remaining

In this session we will introduce you to the new Velvet Matt paint finish, which has been especially created for our Heritage collection. You will also gain an insight into the curated colours within this collection and how they can be used.

Wallpaper's wallpaper isn't it?
Mon 17th May - 6pm


6 Spaces Remaining

In this workshop we explore the types of wallpaper available and their characteristics along with understanding the maufacturers instructions and sharing techniques for a successful installation.

Designing for Dementia
Tue 18th May - 12pm


0 Spaces Remaining

Gain an understanding of why colour and other design considerations are beneficial for people living with dementia in their home or care residence.

Interior: Furniture; preparation and paint
Mon 24th May - 11am


0 Spaces Remaining

If you're refurbishing some furniture but unsure of the best way to approach it. This session will give an overview of the cleaning, preparation and priming/sealing of different surfaces

Business Basics: Building your brand
Mon 24th May - 2pm


0 Spaces Remaining

There's more to it than just creating a logo! Explore the brand power and what it can do for your business.

Discovering Dulux Trade
Wed 26th May - 10am


4 Spaces Remaining

This session will examine the range of products within the Dulux Trade portfolio (excluding the specialist range). We’ll Look at where products are best used and the coating systems these involve, providing you with the information to confidently specify products for use in the commercial and domestic settings

Why Waterborne?
Thu 27th May - 12pm


9 Spaces Remaining

If you're thinking about usnig waterborne products this session will give an overview of the benfits for you as a decorator, benefits for your customer and of the application techniques.

Colour theory workshop
Thu 27th May - 10am


0 Spaces Remaining

Introduction to the theory of colour enabling you to create colour schemes with confidence

Colour Tools Workshop
Fri 28th May - 2pm


2 Spaces Remaining

Unlocking the potential of the range of colour tools available from Dulux

Exterior: Summer ready decking
Fri 28th May - 10am


8 Spaces Remaining

Is your customer thinking of installing a new deck, or do they have one that needs a bit of love? On this workshop we'll discuss the options, best preparation, and look at the choices for finishing. 

What's spraying all about?
Tue 1st June - 10am


4 Spaces Remaining

A perfect session for those thinking about spraying, We'll bust the myths, look at the options available and look at the upfront investment and most importantly the return.

Interior: Furniture; preparation and paint
Wed 2nd June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

If you're refurbishing some furniture but unsure of the best way to approach it. This session will give an overview of the cleaning, preparation and priming/sealing of different surfaces

Interiors: Filler selection
Fri 4th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

A look at the go-to polycell trade products that will make filling interior surfaces easier. Looking at powder versus ready mixed and at the properties of the different filler ranges

Spray: Tips, it's a numbers game
Fri 4th June - 2pm


8 Spaces Remaining

This session covers the range of tips and filters available and the correct set up for the paint being used. Take away some handy hints to get it right everytime.

Discovering Dulux Trade
Mon 7th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

This session will examine the range of products within the Dulux Trade portfolio (excluding the specialist range). We’ll Look at where products are best used and the coating systems these involve, providing you with the information to confidently specify products for use in the commercial and domestic settings

Wallpaper Tools: Basics to Wishlist
Mon 7th June - 12pm


8 Spaces Remaining

In this workshop we'll be sharing adivce on the essential tools and introducing you to some investment pieces for your wish list.

Spray: HVLP v Airless
Mon 7th June - 2pm


6 Spaces Remaining

In this workshop we'll be looking at how the two spray systems compare and what projects would you use each of them for.

Digital moodboards
Tue 8th June - 10am


7 Spaces Remaining

Learn how to present colour and design ideas in a professional way using available digital tools

Colour theory workshop
Wed 9th June - 12pm


8 Spaces Remaining

Introduction to the theory of colour enabling you to create colour schemes with confidence

Designing for Dementia
Thu 10th June - 2pm


7 Spaces Remaining

Gain an understanding of why colour and other design considerations are beneficial for people living with dementia in their home or care residence.

Exterior: Summer ready decking
Fri 11th June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Is your customer thinking of installing a new deck, or do they have one that needs a bit of love? On this workshop we'll discuss the options, best preparation, and look at the choices for finishing. 

Wallpaper's wallpaper isn't it?
Fri 11th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

In this workshop we explore the types of wallpaper available and their characteristics along with understanding the maufacturers instructions and sharing techniques for a successful installation.

Business Basics: Building your brand
Mon 14th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

There's more to it than just creating a logo! Explore the brand power and what it can do for your business.

The Importance of Preparation
Mon 14th June - 12pm


6 Spaces Remaining

This session will evaluate a variety of preparation methods and techniques, along with the most suitable products, materials and tools required to create the best surface for decorative finishes. Surfaces to be considered will include metals and woodwork, as well as walls and ceilings, whether they are to be painted or wallpapered.

Exterior: Summer ready furniture, fences and sheds
Mon 14th June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Is your customer thinking of buying something new for the summer and asking for your advice on how to maintain it or is what they have looking a bit sad and tired? On this workshop we look at the right preparation and finishing options available. 

Why Waterborne?
Tue 15th June - 12pm


9 Spaces Remaining

If you're thinking about usnig waterborne products this session will give an overview of the benfits for you as a decorator, benefits for your customer and of the application techniques.

The Power of Power
Tue 15th June - 5pm


6 Spaces Remaining

This session will look at the different power tools associated with decorating: How they can improve the quality of the work you do, increase your profitability, impact your health & safety and importantly how they support your professional reputation.

The science bit: What is paint?
Wed 16th June - 1pm


9 Spaces Remaining

A look at the main ingredients that go into making a quality paint and how the balance of those ingerdients determines the difference between a primer, emulsion and gloss.

Facebook and your Business
Wed 16th June - 4pm


9 Spaces Remaining

If you haven’t got around to starting up a business Facebook page and are unsure of where to start this session will show you the basics from setting up your page to getting the content right.

Colour Tools Workshop
Thu 17th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

Unlocking the potential of the range of colour tools available from Dulux

Exploring Exteriors
Thu 17th June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Explore the preparation, best practice and systems of work ensuring you provide your customers with the kerb appeal they require

Interiors: Filler selection
Fri 18th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

A look at the go-to polycell trade products that will make filling interior surfaces easier. Looking at powder versus ready mixed and at the properties of the different filler ranges

Colour Futures
Fri 18th June - 12pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Gain an insight on how we predict colours for future trends and how Dulux choose names for our colours.

The why and when of lining paper
Fri 18th June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

This workshop will give you an understanding the benfits of using lining papers, the differing grades and some application tips.

Professionalising your Paperwork
Mon 21st June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

This session looks at how to present yourself and your business with a professional approach. With hints and tips from creating a great first impression right through to presenting business documents that make sense and to getting paid.

Interior: Furniture; preparation and paint
Mon 21st June - 12pm


9 Spaces Remaining

If you're refurbishing some furniture but unsure of the best way to approach it. This session will give an overview of the cleaning, preparation and priming/sealing of different surfaces

Woodcare Open Session
Mon 21st June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Do you have some questions that you'd like help and advice with from the team? Join our open session on woodcare and get them answered!

Please pose your questions in advance to: Duluxacademy@akzonobel.com

Dulux Heritage Range
Mon 21st June - 4pm


9 Spaces Remaining

In this session we will introduce you to the new Velvet Matt paint finish, which has been especially created for our Heritage collection. You will also gain an insight into the curated colours within this collection and how they can be used.

The Importance of Preparation
Tue 22nd June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

This session will evaluate a variety of preparation methods and techniques, along with the most suitable products, materials and tools required to create the best surface for decorative finishes. Surfaces to be considered will include metals and woodwork, as well as walls and ceilings, whether they are to be painted or wallpapered.

Digital moodboards
Tue 22nd June - 5pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Learn how to present colour and design ideas in a professional way using available digital tools

Exterior: Summer ready furniture, fences and sheds
Wed 23rd June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

Is your customer thinking of buying something new for the summer and asking for your advice on how to maintain it or is what they have looking a bit sad and tired? On this workshop we look at the right preparation and finishing options available. 

Colour theory workshop
Wed 23rd June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Introduction to the theory of colour enabling you to create colour schemes with confidence

Designing for Dementia
Thu 24th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

Gain an understanding of why colour and other design considerations are beneficial for people living with dementia in their home or care residence.

Why Waterborne?
Thu 24th June - 4pm


9 Spaces Remaining

If you're thinking about usnig waterborne products this session will give an overview of the benfits for you as a decorator, benefits for your customer and of the application techniques.

Colour Tools Workshop
Fri 25th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

Unlocking the potential of the range of colour tools available from Dulux

The science bit: What is paint?
Fri 25th June - 12pm


9 Spaces Remaining

A look at the main ingredients that go into making a quality paint and how the balance of those ingerdients determines the difference between a primer, emulsion and gloss.

The Power of Power
Fri 25th June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

This session will look at the different power tools associated with decorating: How they can improve the quality of the work you do, increase your profitability, impact your health & safety and importantly how they support your professional reputation.

Interiors: Filler selection
Mon 28th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

A look at the go-to polycell trade products that will make filling interior surfaces easier. Looking at powder versus ready mixed and at the properties of the different filler ranges

Wallpaper Tools: Basics to Wishlist
Mon 28th June - 12pm


9 Spaces Remaining

In this workshop we'll be sharing adivce on the essential tools and introducing you to some investment pieces for your wish list.

Exploring Exteriors
Mon 28th June - 2pm


9 Spaces Remaining

Explore the preparation, best practice and systems of work ensuring you provide your customers with the kerb appeal they require

Exterior: Summer ready furniture, fences and sheds
Wed 30th June - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

Is your customer thinking of buying something new for the summer and asking for your advice on how to maintain it or is what they have looking a bit sad and tired? On this workshop we look at the right preparation and finishing options available. 

Facebook and your Business
Wed 30th June - 4pm


9 Spaces Remaining

If you haven’t got around to starting up a business Facebook page and are unsure of where to start this session will show you the basics from setting up your page to getting the content right.

Exterior: Summer ready decking
Thu 1st July - 10am


9 Spaces Remaining

Is your customer thinking of installing a new deck, or do they have one that needs a bit of love? On this workshop we'll discuss the options, best preparation, and look at the choices for finishing. 

Spray: Tips, it's a numbers game
Thu 1st July - 4pm


7 Spaces Remaining

This session covers the range of tips and filters available and the correct set up for the paint being used. Take away some handy hints to get it right everytime.

Spray: HVLP v Airless
Fri 2nd July - 12pm


8 Spaces Remaining

In this workshop we'll be looking at how the two spray systems compare and what projects would you use each of them for.