Business Details
Expert Painting & Decorating Services Since 1875
Alfred Bagnall & Sons has been a trusted name in painting and decorating since 1875, combining five generations of family expertise with modern innovation. Our directly-employed teams deliver nationwide projects across commercial, industrial, heritage, and infrastructure sectors, supported by accreditations including ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001. We prioritise safety, sustainability, and quality, evidenced by our low staff turnover and 10-year average employee tenure. Our commitment extends beyond projects through initiatives like the Community Paintbrush programme, reflecting our dedication to social responsibility.With 17 UK branches and a Special Projects division, we manage complex national programmes while maintaining local execution. Our partnerships with suppliers like Dulux, spanning over a century, ensure access to cutting-edge materials and techniques. Awards such as Construction Apprenticeship Employer of the Year 2025 highlight our investment in talent through industry-leading apprenticeships and training.
Services
Commercial Painting
Industrial Coatings
Nationwide Painting
Infrastructure Painting
Heritage Decoration
Restoration
Minor Civils
Highlights and features
- We deliver on-time projects with a 150-year track record of client satisfaction.
- Our directly-employed teams hold Reset verification for skill transparency.
- ISO-certified quality, safety, and environmental management systems ensure accountability.
- Special Projects division manages national programmes through a single contact point.
- Award-winning apprenticeship scheme guarantees skilled workforce development.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 45001
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- EcoVadis Gold
- SSIP Safety Schemes in Procurement
- Achilles Utility Vendor Database (UVDB)
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
- Cyber Essentials
- RSSB RISQS
- Living Wage Employer
- Family Business United
- The 5% Club Platinum Membership
- RoSPA Gold
- Institute of Corrosion (ICorr)
What people say
Excellent quality work
Minimal disruption
Polite interaction
Impeccable standards
Positive can-do attitudes
Services
Commercial Painting
We deliver commercial painting across hospitals, universities, and retail spaces with minimal disruption. Our directly-employed teams use safe systems of work, ensuring quality finishes in occupied environments. Projects include iconic sites like the British Museum and Wembley Arena, supported by risk assessments and client-specific compliance.
Industrial Coatings
Specialist coatings protect infrastructure against corrosion for utility and rail clients. We apply epoxy systems using calibrated equipment, adhering to environmental conditions. Accredited by the Institute of Corrosion, our ICATS-qualified teams ensure longevity for assets like gas holders and substations.
Heritage Decoration
Sympathetic redecoration of listed buildings maintains original aesthetics while using modern low-VOC materials. We match historic colour palettes and conduct lead testing, with expertise demonstrated at sites like the Bront Parsonage and Leeds Art Gallery.
Nationwide Painting
Our Special Projects division coordinates national programmes for retail and utilities sectors. A single point of contact manages logistics across 17 branches, enabling simultaneous rebrands or cyclical maintenance without business disruption.
Infrastructure Painting
We apply industrial coatings to bridges, railways, and highways with NHSS19A compliance. Trained PTS personnel work in high-risk environments, achieving standards for Network Rail and Highways Agency projects while ensuring public safety during operations.
People
Stephen Bagnall
Group Managing Director
Stephen leads Alfred Bagnall & Sons with five generations of family expertise, driving strategic growth while maintaining the company's heritage values of quality and responsibility.
Joanne Gualda
Group Marketing Director
Joanne oversees marketing strategy, leveraging 25+ years of industry experience to position Alfred Bagnall & Sons as a thought leader in painting and sustainability.
Richard Britten
Group Operations Director
Richard ensures operational excellence across 17 branches, implementing ISO-certified processes and mentoring talent through Alfred Bagnall & Sons' award-winning apprenticeship scheme.
Paul Curry
Regional Director
Paul manages regional operations with a focus on client relationships, combining technical expertise with 20 years of experience in complex project delivery.
Mike Davenport
Finance Director
Mike oversees financial strategy, ensuring sustainable growth and investment in people while maintaining Alfred Bagnall & Sons' family business ethos.
Questions
What sectors does Alfred Bagnall & Sons specialise in?
We work across education, historic properties, local authorities, manufacturing, rail/transport, retail, and utilities sectors.
Are Alfred Bagnall & Sons ISO-certified?
Yes, we hold ISO 45001 (health & safety), ISO 9001 (quality), and ISO 14001 (environmental) certifications.
Can Alfred Bagnall & Sons handle nationwide projects?
Our Special Projects division manages multi-site national programmes with local branch execution through 17 UK locations.
Do you offer heritage restoration services?
We specialise in historic property redecoration, using traditional techniques and modern low-VOC materials for conservation.
How does Alfred Bagnall & Sons ensure workforce quality?
Our directly-employed painters undergo Reset verification, with 10-year average staff tenure and industry-leading apprenticeships.
