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224 New Pantone Colours for 2026 — Everything You Need to Know About the New C-Series Guides

September 30, 2026

On 16 September 2026, Pantone launched its biggest update to the Graphics range in years — 224 brand new colours added to the PMS library...

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The Pantone Formula Guide is the go-to global colour communication tool

September 16, 2026

Graphics Direct: Your Trusted Source for Pantone Colour Guides Whether you're in graphic design, printing, fashion, packaging, or interiors, we offer a full range of...

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Buying Art Supplies as a Trust or College Group: Is It Time to Combine Your Purchasing Power?

September 9, 2026

If you're responsible for art, design or resource budgets at a college, university department or academy, you'll know the drill: term starts, sketchbooks run low,...

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3M spray adhesive range - Spraymount, Photomount and Displaymount

Which 3M Spray Adhesive Should You Use? A Practical Guide for Creative Professionals

August 20, 2026

If you've ever stood in front of the 3M adhesive range and wondered what the difference actually is - you're not alone. It's one of...

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Why Buy Pantone from an Authorised Partner? — Graphics Direct

July 6, 2026

Why Buy Pantone from an Authorised Partner — and What It Actually Means If you search for Pantone guides online you'll find them on many...

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Winsor & Newton ProMarker Buying Guide — Which Set Is Right for You?

July 6, 2026

Winsor & Newton ProMarker Buying Guide — Which Set Is Right for You?ProMarker is one of the most used alcohol markers in professional illustration, graphic...

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Pantone Coated vs Uncoated — Which Guide Do You Need?

July 6, 2026

Pantone Coated vs Uncoated: The Definitive Answer from an Authorised Partner It's the question we get asked most often by designers, students, and brand managers...

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Art & Design University Kit List 2026 — Graphics Direct

July 6, 2026

Starting Art or Design at University in 2026? Here's What You Actually Need Every September, thousands of students arrive at art and design courses across...

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Get Degree Show Ready with Graphics Direct

May 8, 2025

It’s Degree Show Time – Let’s Make It Your Best Yet! After years of hard work, sleepless nights, and creative breakthroughs, your final year degree...

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Spray Booth Healthcheck

May 8, 2025

It’s good practice to regularly check the health of your studio spraybooth to make sure you are maintaining a clean air environment in your studio....

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GraphicPro A1, A2 & A3 Drawing Boards for students and professionals

GraphicPro Drawing Boards - A1, A2 & A3 Technical Drawing Boards for Students & Professionals

March 21, 2025

Explore the GraphicPro A3, A2 and A1 Drawing Boards today. Whether it's for your next university project or professional portfolio, we’ve got the perfect board...

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Swann-Morton | A Cut Above The Rest

March 20, 2025

Swann-Morton is a leading British manufacturer of surgical blades, scalpels, and handles, renowned for precision, quality, and reliability. ...

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