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The Painting & Decorating Show

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel take a look at all the latest topics from the world of Painting and Decorating including product launches, top tips, and special guests.The boys will also be joined by some of the biggest names from across the industry giving their view on the latest news and developments.

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All Episodes

43:33

Should We Put Our Prices Up For 2026?

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2026/01/06

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

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35:39

What 2025 Has Been Like For Decorators Overall

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/12/16

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

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32:59

Are Too Many Trade Secrets Being Given Away Online??

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/12/09

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.

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47:06

Other Trades Offering Decorating Services...

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/12/02

Joel Bardall & Todd Von Joel talk about other trades 'doing the painting as well' when the client asks. Danny Madden, General Builder & Roofer talks about when he will and won't do the decorating himself and whether he could come close to matching the standards of a pro. Kevin Tingley AKA THe Paint Warrior gives his perspective and talks about what he's witnessed from builders and other trades having a go. Plasterer & DIY Crew Member, Chris Frediani talks about when he's asked from the

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35:30

Are We Really The Most Unfit Trade!?

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/11/25

Joel and Todd react to a news story and survey that placed Decorators LAST (8th overall) as the most unfit trade in construction. Retired Olympian turned Decorator, Dan Jervis joins the discussion to share his thoughts and Nathan Carter also joins the discussion due to his reputation for looking after his physique.

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39:39

Are You Thinking Of Leaving The Trade?

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/11/18

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel look into why so many are saying they're considering giving up the trade and finding a new career path. Dan Rolfe joins the show to talk about his discontent working in the trade, giving it up and taking a break and his return to Decorating. Jon Graham gives his take on why so many might be struggling to keep working in the trade currently and whether he's ever considered quitting.

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37:15

Solving Scenarios Faced By Decorators

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/11/11

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel set up some scenarios they've faced and discuss ways in which they've solved them.

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38:32

Joel & TVJ Chat To Sian Francis About Her Success In...

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/11/04

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel are joined by Sian Francis, Who talks about the incredible success and rapid growth of her business. Sian talks about her start in Painting & Decorating, How she approached setting up a business, taking on commerical jobs, apprentices, quoting, paints, social media, DIY SOS and so much more!

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37:39

How To Predict & Plan Your Timeline

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/10/28

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel talk to Decorators about how to predict your timeline and plot out a timeline accurately on jobs. Joel and Todd talk about the trial and error, what you communicate to clients, how to handle overrun and also ask guests about their tips and advice for getting this right. Guests: Jason Savage & Sean Kelly.

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38:50

The Worst Mistakes Made On Jobs

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/10/21

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel are joined by Decorators to talk about their worst mistakes and how they solved them. Joel and Todd also share their own and what they've done to avoid them happening again. Guests: Ryan Painter & Ashley Woodcock.

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32:15

Working Habits & Practices

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/10/14

Todd Von Joel and Joel Bardall talk to Decorators about their working habits and practices. This means everything from prep work and taking time for quotes/estimates to bringing lunch and how clean the back of the van is! Guests include: Sian Francis & Wesley Knight.

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43:35

Bizarre Moments, Interactions & Situations

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/10/07

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel talk ask decorators to share some of the bizarre stories they have from working in domestic properties over the years. Guests include: Jen Gardner AKA Jen The Decorator, Joanna Ramirez AKA Decor By Jo & Bryan Dennett from LF Dennett & Son.

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34:50

Is It Easier Or Harder To Join The Trade Nowadays?

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/09/30

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel talk to fellow Decorator, Joe Hunt, about the challenges he had trying to become qualified, finding training options that worked for him and the struggle to find someone to take him on. Joel and Todd talk about why it's such a tough leap for a small business owner to take someone on and there's advice for anyone looking to stand out.

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49:34

A Look Into Vehicle Options For Decorators

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/09/23

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel look into a range of options for vehicles best suited to the trade. Carl Brookes from Trade Vans UK talks about the vehicle types and makes that he feels are best for Decorators and gives his ultimate top three to look into. Chris Ordinaire talks about his approach to having a van for his work on the brushes and fellow Fix Radio Presenter, Todd Glister talks about buying versus leasing and which option he feels is best for tradespeople.

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39:17

I Would NEVER...

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/09/16

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel discuss the things they would never do in the trade and also invite two Decorators to join them and share their own exmaples. Guests include: Peter Clark & Andy Hamilton (AR Decor)

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35:54

Fix Fest Recap & Tape Slayer Talks About Silicosis

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/09/09

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel recap their experiences and involvement at Fix Fest last week and also catch up with well known Plasterer, Leigh Griffiths AKA The Tape Slayer. Tape Slayer has recently been diagnosed with Silicosis and talks about how it happened, the wake up call it's been and why you need to take this very seriously if you're sanding and exposed to potentially harmful dust particles.

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49:30

Heather Isherwood Discusses Her Breast Cancer Battle...

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/09/02

Heather Isherwood, a Canadian Decorator based in Reading, Berkshire talks about her experiences finding a career and running a business in Painting & Decorating and the story of how she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Heather talks about the moment she found out, the treatment that followed, some of the hardest aspects of treatment after beating breat cancer and what effect it's all had on her business and work on the tools. Heather also talks about favourite paints, tools and approach to

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23:31

Best & Worst Paint Colours & Colour Names!

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/08/26

Joel and TVJ discuss some of their favourite and least preferred colours to work with. They also talk about colour names and play some voice notes from friends of the show about their best/worst colours and colour names.

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36:00

Strength & Weakness

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/08/19

Todd Von Joel and Joel Bardall talk about inner strength and weakness and how both play a part in the nature of working in and running a business in the Decorating industry. Todd Von Joel, as a big boxing fan, invites Commonwealth Gold Medalist Lewis Williams to join the discussion and explain how he manages moments of weakness and builds up his mental and physical strength for each bout - not a million miles from how you might have to when running your own projects!

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41:35

Taking it back to the beginning, how life on the...

The Painting & Decorating Show ·

2025/08/12

Join Todd Von Joel and Joel Bardall as they look back on their early days on the tools. They share the pivotal mistakes, family influences, and formative experiences that defined their careers and shaped who they are today.

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