2011 Dulux Select Decorator of the Year Announced
02 Feb 2011
Dulux Select Decorator and TrustMark member, Wayne de Wet, is celebrating after being named Grand Winner - Dulux Select Decorator of the Year 2011.
The coveted prize was presented to Wayne at the annual Dulux Select Decorator Winter Ball ceremony, where he also won gold in his category for a painting and decorating project worth between £3,000 and £5,999.
The Dulux Select Decorator scheme is an elite network of professional decorators who are approved by Dulux Trade and whose workmanship is guaranteed for two years by ICI Paints AkzoNobel. The scheme was re-launched in 2009 with even more exclusive member benefits, strengthened training packages and increased support for members, helping them to 'brush away the competition' and win more business.
Wayne de Wet, owner of Wayne de Wet Decorating Specialist, has over 33 years decorating experience and scooped the top spot for his work transforming a home in Suffolk. His project was picked out by the judges from entries received from decorators across the country, as it showcased his extensive range of decorating skills and first class craftsmanship. As well as receiving the two prestigious awards and trophies, Wayne was presented with £1,500 worth of gift vouchers.
Chris Foster from CF Painting & Decorating, Darren Whitfield, of A Whitfield & Son and Mark Ashworth, Cheshire, are all TrustMark approved firms who also received accolades as winners of their respective categories.
Speaking about his win, Wayne said:
"Winning my category was a significant achievement in itself, but to also receive the grand prize was overwhelming. As one of the very first decorators to apply for the Dulux Select Decorator scheme, I'm proud to say that I'm now entering into my fifteenth year of membership. The support we've had from the Dulux Select Decorator team over the years has been invaluable and has definitely helped to make my business stand out.
"This award really is the pinnacle of my 33 year career in the trade, it's great to finally have my work recognised through such a prominent accolade."
Marketing Executive for Dulux Select Decorators, Naeem Hafeez, commented: "These awards, which are now in their 3rd year, are testament to the Dulux Select Decorators and the great work they do, and I would like to congratulate Wayne de Wet, Chris Foster, Darren
Whitfield and Mark Ashworth on their success in the awards.
"As well as recognising top talent in the painting and decorating industry, this special event raises significant funds for worthy charities. As well as a charity raffle that raised £4,500 for Cancer Research UK, the evening also raised £1,700 Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital."
To become a Dulux Select Decorator call 0845 762 6990 or to find out more visit www.duluxselectdecorators.co.uk.
Notes to editors:
ICI Paints AkzoNobel is the world's leading decorative coatings company and number one in the world for decorative paints and performance coatings. Its portfolio includes marketleading brands such as Cuprinol Trade, Dulux Trade, Glidden Trade, Hammerite, Polycell Trade, and Sikkens.