Sole trader and SME Membership

Join the PDA and stand out as a trusted professional for painting and decorating

Who are we and why join our community?

As the industry’s only UK-wide trade body, the PDA exists to help and support professional painters and decorators across the country. With benefits such as legal support, mediation & conciliation, networking opportunities, access to business resources, and exclusive trade discounts – we’ve got you covered!

On top of the benefits we offer, our non-profit organisation seeks to uphold, promote and enhance the status and professional standards of our members and the painting and decorating industry. To encourage this, we also host a series of Events and Awards throughout the year to celebrate excellence within the sector.

From business protection to saving you money – a PDA membership pays for itself from day one…

FREE legal support

Members are covered under our group legal expenses insurance with Markel and have FREE access to the Markel Business Hub. Get expert guidance, legal documents, customisable templates, a 24/7 telephone advice & claims line, live chat, and more.

Exclusive discounts

Access a wide range of exclusive deals, discounts and offers – helping you drive down overheads. Save immediately with exclusive discounted business insurance, a fixed 10% off at TradePoint/B&Q, 20% off CHAS accreditation, and more.

Certified PDA

Joining the PDA signals to potential customers that you are vetted, fully insured and committed to professionalism, quality work, and ethical practices. Our free arbitration reconciliation service offers them added peace of mind.

Procurement

Do you tender for work? The Procurement Act 2023 encourages businesses to show membership of an industry organisation. As the premier trade body for our sector, we’re on hand to offer you the support and information you need.

Power Up Your Business

PDA Power Up Your Business offers a suite of valuable advice and support through online learning, recruitment and retention activities and industry insights. Our webinar series offers members the opportunity to take part in bite-sized training and discussion on key topics.

Decorator magazine

Each issue of The Decorator presents information from the PDA, as well as industry news, updates on the latest legislation, new and improved products, case studies, product reviews and technical features. Plus, member exclusive offers and prize draws.

But that’s not all – view more member benefits here

Any requests for assistance from the PDA are always dealt with professionally and expediently. The PDA are a true asset to the painting industry.

Mark Hetherington, Trident Maintenance Services Ltd

As a long standing PDA Member, we were surprised at how responsive and helpful the Legal Helpline was. This is one of the PDA membership benefits which we have found valuable.

Rupert Robertson, Red Box Maintenance Ltd

By contacting Superscript I saved £££’s, which included a 20% discount – a PDA membership benefit. The saving will pay for my PDA membership twice over.

Anthony Wade, Sprayform Painting & Decorating

Even as a large, national painting and decorating contractor we know we can call on the PDA team for support at any time.

Joanne Gualda, Bagnalls Painting & Decorating

I want to express my gratitude to the Association for their invaluable support during a client dispute. Their support meant having friends by our side when we needed them the most.

Samantha Costa, Costa Decorations

The fleece jackets are lightweight, comfy to drive in and look very smart when you turn up for a job. I would highly recommend.

Michael Graham Decorators Ltd, Warwickshire

There is a wealth of information that so many business are paying for and it is all free with your PDA membership.

Chaz Kohli, Sterling Decorators

After recently editing our PDA profile page, we booked two external painting jobs. The income has paid our PDA subscription!

Smith Bros Decorators Ltd, Leeds

Just renewed my Public Liability insurance with Superscript via the PDA website and saved £539! So if you’re asking “Why be a PDA Member?”, that’s your answer right there.

Grant Steel, Grant Steel Painters & Decorators

Brilliant set of resources, free downloads, association benefits, legal advice and general advice, marketing, etc. The directory is excellent at helping publicise our business too. Really cannot fault it and I don’t know why we didn’t join sooner!

Mark Ellery, Upcycle Interiors Ltd

When we recently faced a particularly stressful and complex customer dispute, the support we received from the PDA made a huge difference. Even just knowing that we had the PDA behind us took a massive weight off our shoulders. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend joining if you’re in the painting and decorating industry.

Matt & Ali Lawrence, Prime Finish Interiors

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I got my first call today from a local couple who found me via the PDA site. So I’m very happy.

Matthew Dove, MD Fine Finish Decorating

Get involved

We offer various ways for members to get involved and contribute to shaping the association, the future of the industry, and best practices.

Management Board

Education & Training Committee

Safety, Health & Environmental Committee

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