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Progress Housing picks Weathershield

Progress Housing Group has ensured its housing stock will be protected for longer by specifying products from the Dulux Trade Weathershield range, as part of a large scale maintenance programme.

Dulux Trade has won a five-year partnering agreement with Progress Housing for the maintenance of more than 5,000 properties across the two arms of the group based in Leyland. New Progress Housing Association provides general needs housing in Lancashire and Cumbria, whilst Progress Care Housing Association supplies housing for people with learning disabilities around the UK. Jubilee Court, a three storey block providing sheltered accommodation for elderly residents, is one of the first properties to benefit from the partnership.

Dulux Trade Weathershield All Seasons Masonry Paint, Dulux Trade Weathershield Opaque AP (Advanced Protection) and the Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior Gloss System were all used to protect the exterior masonry and woodwork of the housing block.

Ronnie Southworth, from Progress Housing, is delighted with the results, " We chose the Dulux Trade Weathershield range due to the superior quality and longevity of the products, ensuring the exterior of the building will be protected for many years to come. The quick drying and shower resistant properties are also very beneficial for projects such as this when we're often dependent on the weather."

Dulux Trade Weathershield All Seasons Masonry Paint is shower resistant within 15 minutes of application with a recoat possible in just two hours whilst unique ICI technology provides excellent resistance to chalking and discoloration for up to 15 years. Dulux Trade Weathershield Opaque AP combines a natural aesthetic look with a six year guaranteed high performance finish that prevents peeling and flaking. Tested in the rainforests of South America, the advanced formula ensures it can withstand the harshest of conditions. The Dulux Trade Weathershield Exterior Gloss System, consisting of a primer, undercoat and high gloss, was also used to ensure professional results and long lasting protection of the housing block for up to eight years.