Get a cleaner finish and faster results with our range of Decorating Tools, ideal for painting, preparation and general decorating work. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or tackling a full renovation, having the right tools makes decorating easier, reduces mess, and helps you achieve a more professional result. This category includes essential equipment for both trade decorators and DIY customers, covering everything from prep work to final coats.
Decorating tools are commonly used for tasks such as cutting in, rolling, brushing, masking, surface prep and clean-up, helping improve coverage and finish quality across walls, ceilings and woodwork. Good tools also help reduce streaks, drips and uneven edges, saving time and improving the overall look of the job. From small touch-ups to full redecorations, reliable tools help you work more efficiently and with greater control.
For best results, choose tools that suit the paint type and surface, prepare surfaces properly before decorating, and keep equipment clean for consistent performance. Stocking up on core essentials such as brushes, rollers, trays and prep tools helps keep projects moving smoothly from start to finish.
Shop online today for decorating tools with delivery and collection available.
Harris 1.5" Harris Ultimate Paint Removing Tool is a paint removing tool designed for stripping loose paint and preparing surfaces before redecorating.
Harris 15mm Harris Ultimate Walls & Woodwork Stain & Varnish Precision Paint Brush is a 15mm paint brush designed for applying coatings to walls, skirting, doors and woodwork.
Harris 20mm Harris Ultimate Walls & Woodwork Stain & Varnish Precision Paint Brush is a 20mm paint brush designed for applying coatings to walls, skirting, doors and woodwork.
Harris 3" Harris Ultimate Stripping Knife is a stripping knife designed for scraping, filling or removing old material during decorating and repair work.
Harris Seriously Good Paper Hanging Brush is a wallpaper hanging brush designed for smoothing wallpaper, helping remove air bubbles and improving adhesion during wallcovering installation.
Builders merchant depots across Leicestershire and Rutland
Three William Hercock depots in Melton Mowbray, Leicester and Oakham supply trade professionals and DIY customers with building materials, timber and landscaping supplies.
Collect from your nearest yard or have it delivered straight to site with HIAB and Moffett offload.
Trade and publicEvery depot is open to trade professionals and DIY customers
Collect or deliveredCollection from any branch or local delivery
HIAB and MoffettCrane and forklift offload straight to site
Rated up to 4.8★ on GoogleFrom 160+ customer reviews across our three depots
Opening hours
The same at all three depots
Monday – Friday7:30am – 5:00pm
Saturday8:00am – 12:00pm
SundayClosed
Bank holiday hours may differ. Please call your branch to check.
What every depot offers
Whichever branch is closest, you get the same service.
Bulk bags and pallet quantitiesOrder by the bag, the bulk bag or the full pallet.
Fast local delivery with HIAB and MoffettCrane and truck-mounted forklift offload, straight to site.
Trade accounts with credit facilitiesCredit terms and trade pricing. Open a trade account
Expert advice from an experienced teamHelp choosing materials and working out quantities.
Reliable stock availabilityKey product ranges kept in stock at every branch.
Open to trade and publicBuilders, contractors and DIY customers all welcome.
Need help with your project?
Our depot teams can help you choose materials and work out quantities.
