HISTORY WALL
BCF’s 100+ year
history showcased
at Spectra House
1912
National Federation of
Associated Paint, Colour
and Varnish Manufacturers
founded
12
An important addition to Spectra House after the doors
opened, was the BCF history wall which showcases the
unique stories behind the Federation’s formation and its
growth since forming over 100 years ago. The history wall
outlines the progress of the Federation, bringing together
the past and the present whilst looking to the future.
1956 1963
The Federation of British
Printing Ink Manufacturers
and the British Printing
Ink Association merge to
form the Society of British
Printing Ink Manufacturers The Paintmakers
Association is created, with
the coming together of
the National Federation of
Associated Paint, Colour
and Varnish Manufacturers
and the Society of British
Paint Manufacturers
BCF ANNUAL HANDBOOK 2019/20