As we’ve been sharing over recent weeks, we’ve been marking 35 years of continuous industrial coatings supply in the UK. As part of the celebration, we’ve looked back on some of the biggest milestones and put together a little animation […]
Pronto are pleased to be shortlisted for the upcoming BCF Awards, taking place in York on 6th November, 2024. We’ve been shortlisted in The Coatings Care Progress Award which is presented to the company that has made the most significant […]
During recent weeks, Pronto marked a special anniversary – our 35th birthday! Back in 1989, Pronto Industrial Paints founder Terry Harris spotted the opportunity for one coat finishes and established the business in Chesterfield. Company folklore states that the very […]
What is bleeding when working with industrial coatings? Bleeding through is usually caused by the full or partial re-dissolving of the previous coat or an ingredient of a previous coat. It can occur when strong solvents are used in […]
We’ve been pouring over our sales data for 2023 to identify interesting trends and preferences. Something we’ve not looked at for some time is colour. So, here is the top ten Pronto Paints sold in 2023 by colour. If you’re […]
Surface preparation before painting any kind of steel is key to ensuring the longevity of metal paint and other coatings. Good surface preparation Proper surface preparation is essential and one of the preconditions for a long lasting protective coating systems. […]
Most people when talking about structural steel focus on engineering and design, material selection, and the types of welding processes that are used. Structural steel finishes, however, can have a major impact on a finished product’s durability, functionality, and appearance. […]
Pronto Paints, a leading UK manufacturer renowned for its high-quality industrial coatings, proudly announces its new membership of the Rural and Industrial Design and Building Association (RIDBA), solidifying its commitment to serving the modern agriculture and industrial buildings industry in […]
Structural steel designers and builders are often faced with the challenge of finding a protective coating system to protect their assets. These assets will need to be protected from the elements and any other damage caused by their operating environment. […]
The benefits of using specialist industrial coatings for structural steel are significant. Specialist industrial coatings are essentially paints that are used to protect various substrates, like concrete or steel. They are an essential part of the production process for any […]