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We’ve been shortlisted for edie Awards 2026!

We’re excitd to announce that we have been shortlisted at this year’s edie Awards for the Partnership & Collaboration of the Year category!

Our entry celebrates our long-term partnership with DUlux under their Let’s Colour initiative. Community RePaint has been sponsored by Dulux for over thirty years – a true testament to thier commitment to sustainability and building a circular economy.

The edie Awards are the UK’s largest corporate sustainability awards scheme, and we’re honoured to be recognised alongside so many pioneering businesses who are helping to transform business and accelerate a more sustainable future. We look forward to the winner’s announcement in March and wish our fellow nominees the best of luck.

Emmaus Colchester Launches Sustainable Decorating Hub

This vital initiative, run by the homelessness charity Emmaus, aims to help the public reduce waste by reusing paint.
The hub addresses a particular need locally. They are aiming to make home renovations more accessible and affordable. This is especially important for low-income tenants and renters who are often moving into homes that are an empty shell. 
Customers can purchase full or part tins of reclaimed paint that has been saved from landfill or incineration. The scheme also stocks ReColour, our remanufactured paint. 
Beyond paint, the hub provides tools and equipment for sale or hire, and training sessions to teach necessary decorating skills. It also functions as a centre point for community painting projects, offering materials and painting volunteers.

Chief Exec, Brian Cook says:

“If there’s a scout hut that needs painting, they can come to us and we’ll provide the paint and a group of volunteers to get it done.”

He adds; “What we’ve got on offer is incredible. I’m really proud of what the team has done in getting here.”

The scheme is managed by Chris Mengell, who secured a full-time role after receiving support from Emmaus. 
The Decorating Hub welcomes household donations of usable full or part tins, but donators must book an appointment before dropping off.  Businesses and traders can also contact the hub regarding surplus paint collection. 
Click here to learn more. You can also follow their progress by following them on Instagram or Facebook.

Community RePaint now in South London

 

 

Based in the heart of Camberwell, this creative hub is passionate about sustainability and community. They’re not only helping to reduce waste by offering paint reuse, but they’re also championing wood reuse and upcycling, giving materials a second life and inspiring local creativity.

As InUse-ReUse founder, Dennis says: “Resources are not infinite. Reclaimed materials are going to benefit society at a fraction of the price.”

Here’s an interview with Dennis highlighting the benefits of paint reuse and material reuse more generally. Take a watch.


In Use ReUse works closely with community groups, artists, and local residents to provide affordable resources for projects. Mural Artist AlecLdn recently visited them, here’s a video of his experience:

Alec says ” Community RePaint is, for any artist, the best place to get your materials, the quality is the best quality you can get, the price is a fraction of what you’d spend in any shop, and it’s helping the planet.” He added, “ever since I started using preloved paint, I’ve never gone back.”

If you’re a community group, or creative project in South London or you’re simply looking to brighten up your home, visit InUse ReUse in Camberwell to browse their selection of preloved paint. Looking for paint near you? Search with your postcode here.

Paint reuse is getting ‘Legenderry’

We’re delighted to welcome Repair and Share Foyle to the Community RePaint Network and celebrate the launch of their exciting new project, ‘Legenderry Colours’!

Every year, up to 50 million litres of paint goes to waste in the UK — the majority of of it still perfectly usable. By joining our network, Repair and Share Foyle is tackling this challenge head-on by enabling paint reuse.

The 15th November marked the official launch of Legenderry Colours, where their Paint and Innovation Technician, Gareth Loughrey, demonstrated the process of turning leftover paint into high-quality, affordable products.

Soon, customers will be able to purchase remixed paint in Derry-themed colours for as little as £2 per litre — making decorating more affordable while reducing waste.

Welcome to the network, Repair and Share Foyle!

Paint Jam on the Pier

In September, the Brighton Youth Centre (BYC) came alive with colour and creativity as a group of talented street artists participated in the inaugural ‘Paint n Pier’ paint jam.

Equipped with rollers, brushes, spray cans and paint — including ReColour remanufactured paint  — the artists transformed the newly refurbished BYC gym and studio into a dynamic showcase of youth expression and local artistic talent.

At Community RePaint, we’re proud to have played a part in this transformation by providing ReColour paint. It’s inspiring to see our paint helping communities revitalise their spaces, save money and reduce waste at the same time.

Visitors in Brighton are welcome and check out the stunning bespoke designs at the official BYC 2.0 launch event on Saturday 25 October from 1:30pm.

A huge thank you to everyone involved — the artists, organisers, and supporters — for showing how community, creativity, and reuse can make a real impact.

Looking to reuse paint for your next project? Click here! 

Welcome to our 100th member!

Our UK-wide paint distribution network continues to grow from strength to strength, and we’re delighted to have welcomed our one hundredth Community RePaint member! 

Dotted across the country – from the Isle of Wight to the Scottish Highlands – our network members collect leftover and unwanted paint and use it to colour peoples’ lives through individuals and groups in the community, promoting paint reuse and saving waste.

The challenge posed by wasted paint is truly staggering. Shelves in Britain’s sheds and garages across the country are stacked with half-used paint tins; for each DIYer in the UK (that’s 53% of the population!), there is an average of four cans of paint gathering dust. Collectively, this leads to 50 million litres of paint being wasted each year – enough to fill 20 Olympic-sized swimming pools.  

Our impact continues to grow – in the past year we supported 44,500 people, 2,500 community groups and prevented more than 366,000 litres of paint from being wasted through landfill or incineration. This saved almost 1 million kilos of CO2e, as well as providing consumers with approximately £2.8m in savings (compared to typical retail pricing).

There is still much more to do to turn the tide on paint waste: a recent study from Community RePaint’s sponsor Dulux revealed that 23% of British people still do nothing with their leftover paint after they’ve used it, while one in ten people are holding onto paint past its expiry date, rather than donating it at a local Community RePaint reuse point for redistribution or remanufacturing. 

“Community RePaint is determined to find a solution for the 50 million litres of paint that go to waste in the UK each year,” comments Lilian Graves, Communications Coordinator for Community RePaint. “If every unwanted, forgotten can of paint was donated to our network, that represents a whole lot of a little actions that add up to create a massive difference.” 

Want to know where your local donation or paint pick-up store is located? Use Our Community RePaint postcode search here.

Tattershall welcomes Lincolnshire’s third free Community RePaint Store

The new store, which opened on Monday 23 June 2025 at Tattershall Household Waste Recycling Centre, offers residents access to free, reusable paint and sits alongside the site’s established Reuse Shop.

Together, they provide a convenient and environmentally friendly way to pick up everything from household paint to pre-loved furniture, garden tools, and bric-a-brac – helping residents save money and reduce waste.

The Community RePaint initiative collects unused, leftover paint that would otherwise go to waste and makes it available to local people completely free of charge. Whether you’re refreshing a room or tackling a creative project, the store offers a wide variety of paints in different colours and finishes.

Cllr Danny Brookes, executive member for environment at Lincolnshire County Council, said: “We’re really pleased to see the Community RePaint network expanding across Lincolnshire. These stores offer a brilliant way for residents to get access to free paint, save money, and do their bit for the environment at the same time.

“The new store at Tattershall complements the Reuse Shop perfectly, giving good-quality items and materials a second chance at life.”

This latest opening follows the successful launches at the Louth and Grantham Household Waste Recycling Centres. So far, more than 4,000 of litres of paint have been redistributed across the county, supporting local families, community projects and DIYers alike.

Residents looking to take advantage of the Community RePaint scheme – either by dropping paints off or taking any from the store – simply need to speak to a member of staff on site.

One of the first community groups to benefit from the new site were Curo-lincs, with staff collecting free paint to use at their therapy farm. Based at Thornton Le Fen, the team provides health, social and wellbeing services for vulnerable people through nature and animal assisted therapy.

The types of paint available depends on what has been brought for reuse, but most paint types are accepted.

The Tattershall Community RePaint Store is open to all visitors to the recycling centre during the hours of 9am and 4pm on Fridays to Tuesday, and the Reuse Shop is open Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 9am to 3pm.

Looking for your local donation of paint pick-up store? Use Our Community RePaint postcode search here.

Chester football club RePaint Deva Stadium

Chester Football Club has embarked on an eco-friendly initiative to rejuvenate the Deva Stadium by repainting it using ReColour remanufactured paint. This sustainable approach not only enhances the stadium’s appearance but also aligns with the club’s commitment to environmental responsibility. 

 

“It was a really smooth process and the team at Community RePaint Wirral were really helpful in getting the paint sorted and collected within a few hours of our first call.” Blacon Seals

“We’ve now started the preparation of painting the Deva Stadium, which will take a number of weeks and lots more paint!” Blacon Seals

The community turned out to help with the painting, with young and old pulling together to give the stadium its much needed RePaint!

Click here if you have a project that needs a RePaint? 

Village Hall Gets a RePaint Ahead of VE Day

Norton and Cuxley Village Hall has never looked better! Thanks to a passionate group of local volunteers and a splash ReColour paint. The community hub received a fresh coat of paint in time to host a vibrant VE Day celebration—and saved 60 litres of paint from going to waste in the process!

The makeover was made possible with ReColour paint, remanufactured by Community RePaint Cambridgeshire. During Village Halls Week, the hall committee put out a call for help—think DIY SOS: Village Hall Edition—and the community didn’t disappoint. Volunteers of all ages rolled up their sleeves to rejuvenate the main hall and side rooms, giving the space a much-needed face lift.

Trustee and Secretary, Nancy shared her experinece: “Our Community RePaint day in March 2025 at Norton & Cuckney Village Hall was a wonderful event.  The whole process from asking the community what colour they wanted, to ordering the paint, to collecting it was straightforward.  The staff at Community RePaint and at the store in Wisbech were really helpful and I cannot thank them or recommend them enough.”

The freshly painted hall was soon put to good use, decked in red, white, and blue for the VE Day festivities.

So what does the future hold for the village hall?

“Well it’s up to the community really! said Connor, one of the organisers. “We’re getting all ready for future events painted and cleaned, and so it can be used as much as possible, for more quiz night and more events in the future. We want to have everyone on side. so it’s great to see everyone turning out for days like this.”

If your community space could use a makeover, you can order ReColour paint (with a minimum of 60 litres) straight to your door. It’s a smart, sustainable, and budget-friendly way to brighten your space—and your community.

Lincolnshire’s Second Community RePaint Store Opens in Louth

At Community RePaint, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of the second free community paint store in Lincolnshire at Louth Household Waste Recycling Centre. Run by Lincolnshire County Council, this new location continues the Community RePaint mission to reduce paint waste and support local communities.

Lincolnshire residents can now donate their leftover paint, which will then be available for free for others to collect—whether for a home DIY project, a community initiative, or a charitable cause. This expansion follows the overwhelming success of the first Lincolnshire RePaint scheme in Grantham, which has already saved 1,000 litres of paint from going to waste since its opening in December 2024.

Cllr Daniel McNally, executive councillor for waste at Lincolnshire County Council, expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative:

“Each year, 55 million litres of perfectly good paint is wasted across the UK. We see a lot of this at our recycling centres—some tins barely used. By offering free RePaint stores, we are reducing waste and providing a valuable resource to local residents and groups. It’s a win-win.”

The Louth RePaint branch is part of a wider effort by Lincolnshire County Council to rethink waste management and promote reuse. Alongside the Community RePaint sites, the council also runs a Reuse Shop at Tattershall, where pre-loved items, from furniture to electronics, can find new homes at affordable prices.

Anyone looking to donate or collect paint from Community RePaint Louth simply needs to speak to a staff member on-site. The selection of available paint depends on donations, but most common types are accepted.

Our community RePaint is a UK-wide network, proudly sponsored by Dulux, with over 80 schemes in operation nationwide. We’re proud to see Lincolnshire expanding its commitment to sustainability, and we look forward to helping even more communities transform spaces with reused paint.

To find your local drop-off/ collection point for reusable paint head to: https://communityrepaint.org.uk/