A Cumbrian painting and decorating company is the first contractor in the UK to adopt an innovative tool-washing and recycling solution.
Carlisle-based Story Decorating Group is using the Washbox, developed in Australia 15 years ago to provide a sustainable solution for tool washing on construction sites by recycling water and preventing wastewater from entering drains and sewers that eventually pollutes waterways and oceans.
Rob Story, managing director of Story Decorating Group, said: “As a business we’ve always been proactive in finding ways to reduce our impact on the environment without compromising on the quality of finish and service that we offer.
“Although the solutions are not always straightforward, by having sound quality and environmental practices in place alongside technologies such as the Washbox, we’re able to work in a cleaner, greener way!
“The Washbox is a valuable piece of equipment for our operatives on site, who can wash out their brushes and tools without needing mains power and water, using only the recycled water within the unit.”
Duncan Lochhead, commercial sustainability manager at Dulux Decorator Centre, said “Waste and water regulations are tightening, and poor industry habits need to change. Washing out just one roller can use up to 20 litres of clean water, so improving how we manage tool cleaning is essential.
“That’s why we’re proud to add the Washbox Rocket to our portfolio. It’s a portable, manually operated tool-washing station designed for construction sites that recycles water and captures solid waste.
“We’re especially proud to supply the Rocket to Story Decorating Group, a long-standing customer known for embracing sustainable innovation.
“As the first painting and decorating contractor in the UK to adopt this solution, they’re helping set a new standard for responsible decorating.”
