The Painting & Decorating Show

After doing a show recently about putting up prices, Joel and Todd look at how you can make little improvements and tweaks to your business to justify customers paying for a premium service. James Reeve from Royal Spa Decoration shares examples of improvements he's made to great effect. Construction Coach, Maria Coulter joins the discussion to share some expert insight and advice.

Todd Von Joel and Joel Bardall talk about their approach to driving for work. They touch on the most frustrating aspects of driving as a tradesperson, from the worst kinds of fellow road users to parking nightmares and why losing your cool isn't the answer.

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel look into whether it's a must to put your prices up for the year ahead. Joel and Todd discuss the rising cost of things - both on the tools and in society. Marketing Expert for Decorators, Jon Mears joins the conversation and gives an in-depth explanation on how to approach pricing in the new year, what the budget means for many, the opportunity around apprenticeships. Joel and Todd also read some comments from Reddit with regards to what the public think the value of having their home decorating might be.

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel talks about what 2025 has been like for many in the trade. Gary Burton joins the show to give his thoughts and a bit of an overview on what he thinks is in demand and where he's seen demand drop off in the market. Heather Isherwood returns after sharing her breast cancer story about six months ago. Heather gives an update on her recovery, talks about getting into spraying and shares the plan for next year when she needs another surgery to aide in her treatment. Joel and Todd also wrap up the year for them and share some final thoughts on the trade and life in 2025.

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel look into the argument as to whether too many methods, tips about working with materials and skills are being shared with the public on social media. John Kerry joins the discussion to explain why he thinks so many online are giving way too much away and how this creates a tougher market for Decorators to operate in effectively. Joanna Hay, well known on social media for sharing tips and tricks joins and explains her point of view on the topic.