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Recently I came across this fantastic organisation that collect unwanted, surplus paint and re-distribute it to individuals, families and communities in need. I think it’s a fantastic idea as not only does it help to keep waste paint levels down but it also helps people in need too.
I’ve included a bit of information for you to take a look at…
What is Community RePaint?
The Community RePaint schemes collect unwanted, surplus paint and re-distribute it to individuals, families, and communities in need, improving the well-being of people and the appearance of places across the UK. In doing so the Community RePaint network provides social, environmental and economic benefits. The network is managed by Resource Futures, an employee-owned, non-profit-distributing environmental consultancy, based in Bristol.
How does Community RePaint work?
Paint is sorted and stored at the schemes’ premises and re-distributed to local charities, community and voluntary groups and individuals in social need. Paint is usually offered at a low cost of up to £2 per litre.
Who runs Community RePaint?
Community RePaint is coordinated by Resource Futures, an employee-owned, non-profit distributing environmental consultancy. The Network has been sponsored by Dulux since its inception in 1993 and forms part of Dulux’s ongoing sustainability programme.
Contacting Community
The website includes a postcode search, which members of the public can use to find their nearest point for donating paint or to contact their nearest Community RePaint scheme if they need paint. Alternatively, call: 0845 180 0501 or email: repaint@resourcefutures.co.uk
A quick video for you:
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What a fabulous idea. So much better than letting it stand around or…perish the thought…end up in a landfill. All it takes is someone to organize it.
It’s a brilliant idea! It makes me sick the amount of things that go to landfill that could easily be reused or upcycled. We need more schemes like this 🙂
What a fab idea! A great way to get rid of the tubs of paint which are always left over after decoration plus it is helping others! All linked up x
It’s great isn’t it. Thanks for linking up again, love your food posts. I made your enchiladas last week. They tasted great 🙂
Ohh thanks for having me….How did I not know about this linky before? lol
Community RePaint sounds such a great idea….