Glidden Trade specified for prestigious Curve Theatre Project

Johns of Nottingham, a family-owned commercial painting and decorating business, recently undertook a project to paint the prestigious new Curve Theatre in Leicester. A team of decorators transformed the building into a theatrical decorating masterpiece, earning Johns of Nottingham a 'commended project' accolade at the Painting & Decorating Association's Premier Annual Trophy Competition 2009.

The Curve is a state-of-the-art theatre in Leicester designed by world renowned architect Rafael Violy and is nestled in the heart of the city's new 'Cultural Quarter'. As part of the package put forward by Johns of Nottingham during the tendering process, the company specified Glidden Trade Vinyl Matt and Glidden Trade Undercoat and High Gloss for use on the new theatre's interior walls and woodwork.

Russell Chapman, Managing Director of Johns of Nottingham, comments: "We selected Glidden Trade products for this project because they give better coverage and a higher quality finish than other competitive brands at a similar price point. The company also offers unrivalled back-up and technical support, specification advice, and rapid problem resolution."

Glidden Trade Vinyl Matt was specified for use on all interior walls. This professional quality tough matt emulsion minimises surface imperfections and is perfectly suited for large scale commercial projects like the Curve Theatre. The extensive range is available in a large variety of trade colours, including 150 shades exclusive to Glidden Trade as well as NCS edition one and two, BS4800 and RAL colours. Full details can be found on the Glidden Trade colour card and product guide.

Glidden Trade Undercoat and Glidden Trade High Gloss were specified for use on all interior woodwork in the theatre. The combination of these products, both of which offer excellent durability, allowed Johns of Nottingham to create a professional quality, high gloss finish.

Russell concludes: "By specifying Glidden Trade, we are winning competitive tenders in these difficult times; the prices are very competitive and the ICI Paints AkzoNobel assurance of quality gives us the superior standard of finish we demand. After all, the finished result reflects strongly on our company and is critical for maintaining our reputation."