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March

Seeing daffodils, crocuses and bluebells popping up makes me so happy that Spring has finally sprung. The days are getting longer too, by March 31st, the sun will set in Plymouth at 19:45 – now that is exciting. Inside this March edition of OM, we have two business profiles, lots of interesting editorials and some tasty recipes.

We spoke with intercity coach company, megabus to find out more about their affordable service and their plans for the future. We have learnt about their updated facilities and changes to the Falcon service.

We met Dean and Sarah of Spray Vision, based in Plymouth to understand their new business venture and how it can transform the houses of Plymouth.

The 8th of March marks International Women’s Day. Learn about what the campaign theme #EmbraceEquity means for women in 2023. We also hear from local female business owners about their experiences in the industry and their advice for future female business owners.

We also share home and garden renovation tips to make the most out of your home this Spring.

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OM Plymouth is a proud sponsor of Gables Farm Dogs & Cats Home a few years later and a heap more experience and knowledge under his belt, he got a job spraying prestigious luxury yachts for princess yachts in 2019. arriving back on english soil, Dean and Sarah’s visions spiralled as they became excited by the concept of this new business venture. after endless hours of research, ideas and notes taken later, they were ready to get the ball rolling and bring the vision to life. the name ‘Spray Vision’ came from Sarah after playing around with paint and renovation terminology. With the high-quality equipment, premium industry standard paint and transit custom van purchased, they were primed and ready to get spraying.

Did you know that you can change the colour of your kitchen cabinets and UPVC doors and windows without having to replace them? Spray Vision offer something unique to the people of Devon & Cornwall with factory-finish spray painting. This revolutionary service will leave you with money to spare at the end of your renovation project whilst transforming your home with a showroom finish that is guaranteed to last for 10 years. Before meeting Dean and Sarah of Spray Vision, Myles and I thought painting UPVC was impossible. Amazed at the results, we had many questions to ask the Plymouth-based couple to find out more about their service and how it came to be.

With the ambition to learn a trade but unsure of which one, Dean decided to undergo a college course where he was able to pick up a few different skills. One of these skills included professional spraying. This instantly sparked Dean’s interest and led him into a four year apprenticeship with one of the nations leading vehicle body repair garage where he focused on repairing and respraying vehicles for clients. Dean completed many training programmes at the reputable Thatcham research automotive training academy, where he learnt the latest spraying techniques and technology. He also gained an ATA qualification which he had to redo every couple of years, this meant he is always up-todate with any new paint processes and technology.

As you can imagine, the quality of the paintwork on a Princess Yacht has to be of a very high standard before handing it over to the client. Being a perfectionist, Dean thrives in this environment and has always been very proud of the spray paintwork he has completed on both vehicles and yachts.

During easter of 2022, Dean, Sarah and their two children went to Florida to visit his father for the holidays where they began talking about Dean’s father’s painting business and motherin-laws hand painted kitchen business. after a few light-hearted disputes over which is better; hand painting or spray painting, they all agreed that Dean should start up his own painting business. Dean had always envisaged owning his own business where he could offer a premium service to the people of Devon and cornwall.

Their first project was in the safe hands of their own family home. This enabled Dean to get used to the equipment, paint and ensure the finish was up to his high standard. Myles and I visited their home during the interview and we could tell instantly which house was theirs on the street as it looked fresh, and bright with unique matt anthracite grey-coloured UPVC windows and doors. After showcasing the before and after images on their social media channels, they received an influx of new customers who were all astounded by the results and the service.

Spray Vision specialises in upVc windows, doors, garage doors and kitchen cabinets however, there is no limit to what they can spray. this is due to the different kinds of premium paint they use and the techniques Dean uses to prepare and prime the material before spraying. there is also no limit to what colours you can use and there is no added charge for brighter or more unique colours. they offer a swatch booklet however, if you find a particular paint colour that you like with another brand, they will match the exact same shade for you.

By using a spray gun, you receive a flawless ‘factory finish’ with no brush or roller marks, bubbles or uneven paint. The paint that Dean uses has a 10-year guarantee and is weather-resistant, peel resistant, and waterproof. Dean uses specialist paints which form a chemical compound to adhere to the upvc. Rest easy knowing that your house will look beautiful all year round.

When Dean comes to paint your kitchen, he will require 3 days maximum in your home, which is much faster than replacing a whole kitchen. You will still be able to use the kitchen throughout the process and everything can stay in the cupboards, Dean will just mask the inside so that the paint stays within the desired areas. Dean will start by taking all the cupboard doors, kickboards and drawers to his workshop to be sanded down, repaired, primed and sprayed. He will return to your home a few days later where he will mask the whole kitchen, sand, repair and prime the carcass. The following day, he will come back and apply 2 coats of coloured topcoat on the carcass, side panels etc. On the third day he will put all the cupboard doors and handles back on and leave you with a beautiful new kitchen and a personalised Spray Vision mug left on the counter.

The paint Dean uses in your home for kitchens and furniture is water-based and doesn’t contain any harmful chemicals when breathed in therefore it is safe for the client and any pets they may have. Spray Vision can change your cupboard door and drawer handles if desired, adding to the modern and transformed look. The exterior of your house might require scaffolding to be erected which Spray Vision can organise.

Dean will protect your property from overspray by masking the walls and glass surrounding the areas to be sprayed. Spray Vision can also paint the exterior walls of your home if you want a complete transformation.

You can receive a free quote usually within 24 hours of your enquiry in between Sarah’s part-time job as a teacher. Simply send Sarah an email or facebook message (details listed below) of what you’d like to be sprayed along with a few photos and she will create an estimated quote. If you are happy to go ahead, Dean will visit your home, talk to you about your vision and give you an exact quote. The quotes are priced per door/drawer/window/side cabinet therefore, he will make sure the number of doors relates to the quote given. The average quote for a full medium-sized kitchen with 15-20 doors comes to £1,500-£2,500 compared to a brand-new kitchen which can be priced anywhere between £5,250 and £14,000.

With over 15 years of spraying experience, Dean is confident he can transform your home and leave it looking flawless. He has received countless great reviews both in person and online. Dean loves nothing more than to see the clients’ faces when he reveals to them the finished product, often they are astounded by the difference and high-quality factory finish. They have also received great feedback regarding their customer service, with Sarah explaining the process with simple terminology and Dean arriving at your house punctually, remaining tidy and hassle-free.

Not only does it save you money but it also prevents unnecessary waste. In most cases, people want a brandnew kitchen for aesthetic purposes however, keeping the same cabinets and simply painting them, can transform your old kitchen and bring it into the modern world. The images on this page illustrate just how dramatic the transformation can be.

Garage doors take up a huge part of the exterior of your home therefore, it will make a huge difference to your curb appeal if it looks brand new and matches your doors and windows. Dean can also paint your cladding, electric meter box, soffit, fascias, gutters and downpipes so that it matches your doors and windows.

With some of the larger jobs, Dean uses other highly skilled Spray Vision team members to ensure the job is done within the allocated time and up to their usual, high standard. When the job is finished before the end of the day, Dean will let the team go home early and still pay them for their day rate.

If you would like your kitchen, windows or doors sprayed, they currently have a mere 2-month lead time before you can witness the transformation of your own house.

In 5 years, they would love to be dominating the spray-painting market in Devon and Cornwall, have multiple vans, more employees and more importantly, ensuring the people of Plymouth are aware of the transformations they are capable of doing to your home.

The future of Spray Vision looks bright. Not only will they be giving the people of Devon & Cornwall beautifully painted homes but as a result, they will be making the streets of Plymouth look fresh and modern, house by house.