About DDS

Commercial Painting & Decorating Contractors
Since 2004

DDS (Distinctive Decorating Services) are a commercial painting and decorating contractors, over 25 years in the making.

From large-scale industrial painting and retail fit-outs to heritage restorations and public sector programmes, we deliver finishes that balance performance, safety, and quality across every project we take on.

Who We Are

A Full-Service Commercial Decorating Contractor

DDS deliver a comprehensive range of commercial decorating services to clients across every sector:

  • Interior and exterior commercial painting

  • Airless and HVLP spraying

  • Taping and jointing

  • Industrial floor coatings and commercial flooring

  • Vinyl wall coverings and wall graphics

  • Heritage and specialist finishes

Our clients include national brands, main contractors, local authorities, schools, hospitals, and independent developers. Across every sector and every project — from one-off refurbishments to complex multi-site programmes — we bring the same practical, detail-focused approach and the same commitment to getting it right.

Built on Craft. Driven by Integrity.

DDS was founded in 2004 by Managing Director Keith Connolly, growing from family roots in Liverpool into a nationally recognised painting contractor with a reputation built on reliability, craftsmanship, and a straightforward client-first ethos.

Keith's leadership has shaped DDS into a business that takes its culture as seriously as its work. Through apprenticeships, hands-on mentorship, and a genuine investment in people, we develop the next generation of commercial decorators — ensuring every project benefits from both seasoned expertise and fresh talent, all held to the same high standards.

Our strength has always been our people. From the skilled painters and decorators on site to the team in the office keeping projects on track, everyone at DDS is aligned around one goal: delivering work we're proud to put our name to.

Yorkshire Building Society

“Since 2009, DDS has been a trusted partner of the Yorkshire Building Society, consistently delivering excellent services across our branches and offices. DDS delivery superior results through their skilled, communicative team, who are always a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking reliable, and dedicated contractors.”

Accredited, Insured, and Audit-Ready

DDS hold the accreditations that matter to commercial clients, main contractors, and procurement teams. Every certification is maintained and up to date — because compliance isn't a box-tick exercise for us, it's part of how we work.

  • CHAS accreditation confirms that DDS meet rigorous health and safety standards across all of our operations. Clients can be confident that every project is carried out safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry regulations.

  • SafeContractor certification demonstrates our commitment to high standards of health and safety management. It provides independent assurance that DDS operate responsibly and professionally on every site — reducing risk for clients and their supply chains.

  • All DDS operatives hold valid CSCS cards, confirming they have the appropriate training, qualifications, and competency for the work they carry out. A requirement on most commercial sites — and a standard we've always maintained.

  • Holding valid CSCS cards ensures our operatives have the appropriate training and qualifications for the work they carry out, meeting recognised industry competency standards on every site.

  • DDS is a ConstructOnline Gold member, providing verified assurance of our health and safety compliance to main contractors and commercial clients.

Looking for a commercial decorating contractor you can rely on?

Get in touch with the DDS team today. We'll give you a straight answer, a competitive quote, and the confidence that your project is in the right hands.