How do I prepare modular and portable buildings for painting?

Preparing your modular or portable building for painting is a crucial step to ensure that your coating adheres properly and provides a long-lasting finish. Here is a step-by-step guide, inspired by our guide on preparing metal fabrications but tailored for […]

How do I select the right coating for my modular or portable building?

Selecting the right coating for your modular or portable building involves various factors that are primarily dependent on your specific requirements, environmental conditions, and the intended use of the structure. It’s critical to consider factors such as durability, flexibility, VOC […]

MD’s blog, May 2023: Summer starts to heat up

It’s been a busy period at Pronto working across the various bank holidays in April and May. I’m pleased to say daily volumes are increasing as the weather slowly improves. (Reports today suggest we’re in for a bumper 42 days […]

MD’s blog, April 2023: Another financial year completed.

Pronto completed another trading year on Friday. Nearly 15 years since James and myself took over the day to day running in the most difficult of circumstances. The company is probably a little larger now than most people realise, with […]

MD’s update February 2022

New statistics published in January by our great friends at British Coatings Federation addressed the significant raw material price inflation that has been impacting our industry for much of the last 12 months. BCF reports: 📈 Solvent prices were up […]

Choosing coatings for metal fabrication and steel applications

When you are specifying coatings for metal fabrication, there are naturally different types of coatings that are best suited to different applications. But what is driving your choice? Here’s four of the most important.   Corrosion protection The main purpose […]

Global coatings update

We’re always interested in what is happening at the top of the market, as invariably things do trickle down through the supply chain – some quicker than others. And it’s encouraging to see some big shifts in some of our […]