Community RePaint is thrilled to share that one of our network members, the Oval Paint Pot & Upcycling Centre in Workington, has won a Travis Perkins Better Together Award for 2026.
The centre was recognised in the Environment category. This award highlights its positive impact on the community and local environment.
“This award is a recognition of how incredible our little project is, benefiting our community, preventing waste paint going to landfill, breathing new life into unwanted furniture and caring for our beautiful environment… we’re small but Mighty”
The team behind The Oval Paint Pot—Patch, Caroline and Lewis—have poured their energy into creating a space that is welcoming, imaginative and environmentally focused. They redistribute surplus paint to people in their local community. They also give donated furniture a new lease of life through upcycling. Their work cuts waste while supporting local households, community groups and DIY enthusiasts.
Winning this national Travis Perkins award highlights the huge impact that community-driven reuse projects can have, and we’re proud to see the Oval Paint Pot’s commitment, creativity, and environmental work recognised.
A huge congratulations to the whole Oval Paint Pot team from all of us at Community RePaint- so well deserved.
Already well‑known for building community through initiatives such as a community fridge, community library, and their much‑loved plant shop and nursery, Grannypats is now helping people refresh their homes and projects sustainably with affordable, reusable paint.
Community RePaint Bickington offers full and part tins of quality paint for individuals, groups, and community projects—for a suggested donation of just £1 per tin.
Anyone can drop in during opening hours to browse their stock and pick up exactly what they need to brighten a space, decorate a venue, or bring a creative idea to life.
They accept donations of reusable full and part tins of paint from local households, keeping materials in circulation and out of landfill. They simply ask that all donated paint is in good, usable condition.
Whether you’re an artist, a community group, a DIY enthusiast, or a resident looking to freshen up a room, Community RePaint Bickington welcomes you to explore their preloved paint and be part of a growing culture of reuse.
Looking for paint near you? Search with your postcode here.
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!
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.
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/
Amazingly, the entire mural was completed for under £17. The initiative was supported by Enfield Council and other local organizations dedicated to environmental and cultural development.
When asked abut his experience using preloved paint, artist Alec Saunders is a self proclaimed reclaimed paint convert.
“I was initially unsure about using reclaimed paint, but I was bowled over by the quality. The coverage & opacity was excellent, the colors were vibrant, and the finish was just as good as brand-new paint.” He said.
When asked why he was so keen to be involved in the project, Alec replied; “Sustainability is one of my core values as an artist and it felt great knowing I was making an eco-friendly choice by reducing waste. I’ll be trying to use reclaimed paint in most of my work going forward and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a sustainable and high-quality option!”
In addition to painting the mural, Alecldn engaged with the local community through sustainability workshops, collaborating with residents and students from St. Anne’s school to shape the design. The themes of the mural reflect Enfield’s rich cultural heritage, incorporating elements of nature, community spirit, music, and the area’s manufacturing legacy.
As the Dugdale Arts Centre continues to serve as a hub for cultural expression, this mural serves as a great inspiration to all artists wanting to combine their creative out with sustainable materials. Our congratulations go to Alecldn and all the organisations involved in bring this inspiration project to life!
The nursery approached artist Maya Cross with a vision to transform their plain, block-colored walls into something engaging and vibrant. What followed was a collaborative effort to reflect the children’s ideas and bring the space to life. After requesting input from the children, and with the help of her local Community RePaint branch, Maya turned their vision into a breathtaking mural.
“I requested some ideas from the children so the murals would reflect what they wanted to see and then got to work…I had such a lovely and reflective time painting these walls despite the battle with the texture of them and the race against the wonderful Manchester Rain!”
With the success of this collaboration, Martenscroft Community Nursery is now a little brighter, thanks to a beautiful blend of creativity, community spirit, and preloved paint!
If you have a wall that needs brightening, why not explore your local Community RePaint branch and help to prevent paint waste? Find your local branch here.
Cllr Richard Davies, county councillor for Grantham West, joins Cllr Daniel McNally, executive member for waste, to officially open the Community RePaint scheme at Grantham Household Waste Recycling Centre.
This scheme, which opened on Monday 9 December 2024, ensures that usable tins of paint are set aside and made available for free to anyone who wants them. When residents drop off paint at the centre, as long as it’s still usable, it’s placed in the Community RePaint store. Other local residents and community groups can then help themselves to any paint they need – completely free of charge.
In the few days since the scheme began, 20 tins of paint have already been taken by local residents, saving them from being wasted.
Cllr Daniel McNally, executive councillor for waste at Lincolnshire County Council, shares:
“Each year, approximately 50 million litres of paint are discarded across the UK, and we see a significant amount of nearly-new or even unopened paint coming through our recycling centres in Lincolnshire. Thanks to Community RePaint, we’re preventing a lot of this paint from going to waste by giving people the chance to take what they need.
“For smaller jobs or projects that could benefit from a fresh coat, this scheme offers an opportunity to save money instead of purchasing new paint. The alternative would be for this paint to be disposed of at our energy-from-waste plant, so this initiative is also helping us keep usable items circulating longer.”
Community RePaint is part of a wider effort to reduce waste and encourage reuse, following the success of the Lincolnshire Reuse Shop at Tattershall. This scheme is part of the strategic waste strategy of Lincolnshire County Council in their bid to adopt circular economy practices.
Residents who wish to participate – whether by donating or collecting paint – simply need to speak to a staff member on site. The available paint will vary depending on what’s been dropped off, but most types of paint are accepted.
Community RePaint is a national paint reuse network, sponsored by Dulux, with over 80 schemes operating across the UK. The Grantham site marks the first of its kind in Lincolnshire.
This November, Community RePaint Swindon proudly celebrates 25 years of giving leftover paint a new purpose. Hosted by Swindon Children’s Scrapstore, the scheme collects full and partially used paint from traders, retailers, and manufacturers that would otherwise go for disposal.
Available for around £2 per litre, this preloved paint offers an affordable, sustainable decorating option for the local community, making it easier for residents to transform their spaces while reducing waste.
Olivia McCann, CEO of Swindon Children’s Scapstore, who runs Community RePaint Swindon.
Olivia McCann, CEO of Swindon Childrens Scrapstore, say “Community RePaint is a simple solution to the problem of leftover paint. By reusing paint in our community, we can bring colour to the lives of those who need it the most, and help to protect the planet by preventing perfectly good paint from being disposed of.”
Over the past 25 years, Community RePaint Swindon has redistributed an estimated 60,500 litres of paint within the community. By diverting leftover paint from unnecessary disposal, the scheme has had a positive impact on both people and the planet.
In 2023, paint saved from waste from Community RePaint Swindon was used to create an inspiring mural on the wall of local Community boxing gym; Scrappers. Its a great example of how leftover paint can be utilised to brighten the community.
Mural at Scrappers Gym painted using leftover paint from Community RePaint Swindon
The community enjoying their mural at Scrappers Gym, painted with leftover paint from Community RePaint Swindon.
Olivia goes on to say: We are delighted to mark the occasion by running a Half-Term Half price sale on all our paint in order to encourage families and local people to benefit from reusing the leftover paint. This paint can be used to bring new life to homes, youth clubs, schools, playgroups and community halls throughout the town. We would like people who require paint to visit the Scrapstore and take advantage of this opportunity to save money by purchasing low-cost quality paint.”
If you’re looking for a sustainable and affordable way to redecorate your home or community space, use our postcode finder to find your local scheme.
The team at Newtown HWRC receiving their LARAC award for HWRC of the year 2024.
Newtown Road Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) in Newbury has earned the HWRC of the Year Award from the Local Authority Recycling Advisory Committee (LARAC), recognizing its commitment to innovative and sustainable waste management practices. Operated by West Berkshire Council in collaboration with Veolia, Newtown HWRC achieved an impressive 63% recycling rate for the year 2023/24, partly due to its popular Community RePaint scheme.
LARAC commended Newtown HWRC’s proactive approach to recycling and reuse. “West Berkshire Council demonstrated an impressive commitment to recycling and reuse initiatives,” remarked the LARAC Awards team. “The centre’s Community RePaint area, coffee pod, and vape recycling services reflect a commitment to providing diverse recycling options. Despite a decrease in visitor numbers, the council successfully handled a rise in materials, showcasing their focus on recycling efficiency.”
Community RePaint: A Successful Reuse Initiative
A standout feature at Newtown Road HWRC is the Community RePaint scheme, allowing residents to donate unwanted paint tins. Usable paint is displayed onsite for free, encouraging reuse within the community. During 2023/24, 2,596 litres of paint were reused, benefitting 270 residents and supporting local projects, including the renovation of a community center. This initiative not only prevented paint from being incinerated or sent to landfill but also delivered valuable social and environmental benefits.
Join the Movement for Paint Reuse at Your HWRC
If you manage an HWRC and are interested in promoting paint reuse, reach out to repaint@resourcefutures.co.uk to learn more.
Congratulations to Newtown Road HWRC and West Berkshire Council for setting a benchmark in sustainable waste management through community-centered initiatives like Community RePaint, contributing significantly to a greener and more resourceful future.
