Painting & Decorating Show 2026: Event Highlights from NEC Birmingham
The 2026 Painting & Decorating Show has concluded at the NEC Birmingham, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and painting professionals from across the UK and beyond. Over three days, the exhibition once again served as a meeting point for the decorating industry, with exhibitors showcasing new products, live demonstrations and practical solutions designed for today’s professional market.
Recognised as one of the UK’s leading trade events for the painting and decorating sector, the show provided visitors with an opportunity to discover the latest developments across paints, coatings, preparation products, application tools, accessories and decorating equipment. Live demonstrations and expert-led sessions also offered practical knowledge for professionals looking to stay up to date with evolving techniques and technologies.
While each edition has its own highlights, one consistent theme remains clear: the decorating industry continues to evolve through incremental improvements that make everyday work more efficient, reliable and sustainable. From new coating technologies to application equipment and surface preparation solutions, manufacturers continue to invest in products that help professionals deliver better results on site.
For businesses operating within the brushes, fibres and application tools sector, events such as the Painting & Decorating Show provide valuable insight into wider industry developments. As paint formulations continue to evolve, the importance of compatible application tools, engineered filaments and high-performance brush components becomes increasingly significant in achieving the desired finish.
Beyond product showcases, the event also reinforced the value of face-to-face engagement. Trade exhibitions continue to offer manufacturers, distributors and end users an opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss market challenges and explore new business opportunities in ways that digital communication alone cannot replicate.
Although the exhibition has now come to a close, the conversations and product introductions from the event are expected to continue shaping the decorating industry in the months ahead. Many exhibitors have already begun sharing product demonstrations, event highlights, and technical updates through their own channels, extending the show’s reach well beyond the exhibition floor.
At Brushes, Hairs & Fibres, we will continue to follow developments from major industry events around the world and bring our readers updates that matter to the global brushware and application technology community.
Did you attend the Painting & Decorating Show 2026? We’d love to hear about the products, technologies or innovations that stood out to you. Share your thoughts with us on LinkedIn or get in touch with the BHF team.
