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Crown Paints

Crown Paints

Chemical Manufacturing

Darwen, Lancashire 19,477 followers

At Crown Paints, it's not just paint, it's personal

About us

Crown Paints, with headquarters in Darwen, Lancashire has roots extending back nearly two centuries. The company of today is the UK’s largest and most successful independent paint manufacturer. The breadth of Crown Paints’ portfolio encompasses the professional and DIY user, with brands known for quality and reliability. Our professional finishes – notably Crown Trade, Sandtex Trade and Sadolin – are specified for some of the UK’s most prestigious buildings, while those for domestic use have found favour with several generations of home owners. Always at the leading edge in colour, Crown’s paints and wood stains can be relied on consistently to deliver a little extra both in aesthetics and performance.

Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Darwen, Lancashire
Type
Privately Held
Specialties
Paint, Manufacturing, and Decorative Coatings

Locations

  • Primary

    Hollins Road

    Crown House

    Darwen, Lancashire BB3 0BG, GB

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Employees at Crown Paints

Updates

  • This #GlobalRecyclingDay, let’s work together for a greener future! Don’t forget to bring your empty paint tins to us ♻️ Our CanBack scheme is just one of many #ProjectPossible initiatives, helping to create a cleaner, more sustainable planet. Join us in making a lasting impact by recycling your cans at any of our Crown Decorating Centres. Every little bit counts – and the difference goes beyond today. Find your nearest donation location 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wRp1y #Sustainability #Recycling #Environment #CrownPaints

  • We were honoured to be shortlisted for Sustainable Business of the Year at the edie Sustainability Awards, alongside giants like Bupa, EDF Energy, and Siemens. Although we didn’t win, being recognised as a finalist is a huge achievement! 🌍 Our Project Possible initiatives have made a real impact, like being the first UK paint manufacturer to use 100% recycled plastic cans and achieving 79% recycled content in our packaging. Plus, we’ve set bold targets, like reducing emissions by 90% by 2026 and transitioning to 100% renewable energy. A big thank you to everyone who’s helped us get here. Let’s keep pushing forward! 💪 #Sustainability #GreenGoals #ProjectPossible

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  • We are delighted to be running a handful of CPD's next month on light and lighting, exploring how lighting impacts colour in three areas: Biological, Functional & Emotional. Join us for a free interactive lunch and learn session at Material Source Studio in Manchester or Glasgow on Thursday 3rd April or attend our online CPD with the BIID on Wednesday April 2nd. Book your free place now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wRjmv British Institute of Interior Design #CPD #CrownPaints #MaterialSource

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  • This #IWD2025, we want to shine the light on @Hempel A/S’s Amazing Women in Europe network for women in the UK. Kathryn Tormay, our Head of Product, is the UK Lead of the Amazing Women in Europe network and said: "Being part of AWE is an incredible experience—it's a space where we support, challenge, and champion each other." "As a lead, I’m proud to help drive conversations that empower women, create opportunities for growth, and foster an inclusive culture. International Women’s Day is a great reminder of the progress we've made and the work still to be done, and I’m excited to be part of a community that’s making a real impact." Our mission is to create an inclusive and supportive environment across our business, and to empower our colleagues to grow in their roles with us, so everyone can achieve their full potential. To read more about our Project Possible programme 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wRc0y

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  • Introducing G-local 🌱 Emphasising the fusion of local craftsmanship with global perspectives, celebrating the intersection of traditional materials and new technologies, this palette is one to remember. G-local encompasses near primary red, yellow and green, as well as hot pink for strong accents joined by gentle pink and blue pastel shades. Check out our full Colour Insights report for more information, and get inspired for your next interior or exterior project 👉 https://lnkd.in/eytYWUrm

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    We're delighted to have welcomed Donna, Nick and Stephen from The Deaf Village Northwest to our Darwen HQ yesterday. It was a fantastic opportunity to collect a donation of paint for their facilities in Pleasington and discuss how we can further support their incredible work.💚 Their aim is to break down the barriers between the d/Deaf and Hearing Community and establish, develop, maintain, operate and manage a cohesive and prosperous community where everyone is active, treated fairly and thriving. Through our Project Possible initiative, we’re always working on ways to give back to local communities. For more information, visit our website👉 https://brnw.ch/21wR9o2

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  • Yesterday, we revealed our five brand new Colour Insights 🎨 Presented by one of our Colour Specialists, Jemma Saunders, during a webinar with RIBA Journal, this year’s Colour Insights palettes are: 🌱 G-local 🔴 Co 🟣 Choreography 🌀 Disrupt 🤖 Faraway Each palette includes a selection of colours and has been developed by our panel of experts, including specialist consultants spanning manufacturing, public affairs, real estate and interior design. Check out our full Colour Insights report for more information, and get inspired for your next interior or exterior project 👉 https://lnkd.in/eytYWUrm #ColourInsights #InteriorDesign #CrownPaints

  • We're extremely proud to have been announced as a Nightsafe Patron 🖤 Our Project Possible programme is helping us make a difference through a variety of different ways, including helping our local community and the young people within it. We're looking forward to continuously working with Nightsafe to provide safe and welcoming spaces for young people who desperately need it, because with paint, you can change a room, change a mood, even change a life. Find out more below 👇

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    We’re excited to welcome Crown Paints, the Darwen-based paint manufacturer, as a Nightsafe Patron! 🙌 Crown Paints has been a long-time supporter of our mission to help young people facing homelessness. A few years ago, they stepped in to help transform our Anchor Avenue house into a home for five young people. Since then they’ve worked on multiple projects, including refreshing our Day Centre, and brightening up our Witton residence. Not only have they donated thousands of litres of paint through their community paint donation scheme, but they’ve also supplied us with essential accessories like brushes and rollers, ensuring our spaces remain welcoming for the young people we support. Russell Kitchen, who has worked at Crown for 37 years, said: “I would definitely recommend supporting Nightsafe as a Patron. The charity gives you a warm feeling and makes such an impact on the lives of young people at risk of homelessness.” Thank you Crown Paints for your incredible generosity and continued support! 💙

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  • The countdown is on! We’re revealing our 2025 Colour Insights palettes in just five days 🗣️ The exclusive launch with RIBA Journal place during a lunch-and-learn webinar on Tuesday 25th February. Developed with a panel of experts spanning manufacturing, public affairs, real estate and interior design, our 2025 colour palettes and the insights behind them are not to be missed. All can attend, so be sure to reserve your free ticket now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wQQeP #ColourInsights #RIBA #CPD #CrownPaints

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