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The international association of painting contractors

The international association of painting contractors

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UNIEP represents over 60,000 businesses through its member associations in 15 countries. UNIEP has been the voice for painting contractors and allied trades since 1953 and has proved to be the authoritative trade association representing professional painters.

Projects — Projects

UNIEP promotes professional training, sustainability, health & safety and lifelong learning. It supports the exchange of good practices among its national members through different projects at European level.

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EU Affairs — EU Affairs

UNIEP has dedicated its actions to promoting sustainability and a fair level playing field in the painting trade since its inception in 1953. It also helps SMEs to comply with EU legislation, namely REACH and construction products regulation

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InPaint Platform — InPaint Platform

Do you wish to start a career as Painter/Decorator or do you want to find new on-line courses for teachers/company tutors, or to know more about new Painting techniques? Have a look and discover this European Painters/Decorators Portal created by the trade for the trade!

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Time4Clay&Lime Kick-off Meeting

Time4Clay&Lime is a new European project launched in October 2025, coordinated by SBG with UNIEP as a project partner. Read more View all news

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Serfa Surface Design Trade Fair

The Serfa Surface Design Trade Fair will take place in Vösendorf from March 12th to 13th, 2026. Read more View all events

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