Paramount Retail Group Acquires Historic British Brand Bartoline, Securing Its Future and 90 Jobs

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Paramount Retail Group has announced the acquisition of Bartoline, a heritage British brand that has been a cornerstone of the DIY and decorating industry for over a century. Established in 1876, Bartoline has earned its reputation as a trusted name in home improvement, known for its high-quality adhesives, fillers, and decorating products. This £23 million acquisition ensures the preservation of 90 jobs and safeguards the future of one of the UK’s most recognisable DIY brands.

By bringing Bartoline into its portfolio, Paramount Retail Group reinforces its commitment to preserving iconic British businesses while driving growth and innovation. The integration of Bartoline with Paramount’s operational expertise and investment capabilities will ensure the historic company is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of modern consumers. Paramount also aims to champion sustainability by introducing environmentally friendly materials and reducing waste across Bartoline’s product lines.

“Bartoline has been a trusted partner in countless home improvement projects over the past century, with a heritage and reputation for quality that make it an excellent addition to our portfolio. We’re proud to secure its legacy and look forward to driving its future growth through innovation and sustainability.”

Paul Taylor

Chairman, Paramount Retail Group

As part of its strategic vision, Paramount Retail Group will focus on developing innovative, user-friendly, and sustainable products for Bartoline. The group aims to make DIY accessible to everyone, catering to both experienced DIYers and first-time decorators. Paramount’s sustainability initiatives will include prioritising environmentally friendly materials and reducing waste, ensuring that Bartoline continues to be a trusted and responsible name in the DIY market.

“Bartoline has tremendous potential. By combining its 100-year heritage with our resources and expertise, we aim to create innovative, sustainable solutions that resonate with today’s consumers. DIY is becoming more accessible than ever, and we’re excited to champion Bartoline’s role in empowering both seasoned professionals and first-time decorators.”

Ravi Sharma

Executive Director, Paramount Retail Group

This acquisition also highlights Paramount’s ongoing success and growth, with group revenues now exceeding £100 million. Paramount Retail Group continues to strengthen its position as one of the UK’s leading retail groups, driven by its mission to preserve and grow iconic brands across a diverse range of sectors.

Paramount Retail Group Acquires Historic British Brand Bartoline, Securing Its Future and 90 Jobs

Download the Press Release

Paramount Retail Group has announced the acquisition of Bartoline, a heritage British brand that has been a cornerstone of the DIY and decorating industry for over a century. Established in 1876, Bartoline has earned its reputation as a trusted name in home improvement, known for its high-quality adhesives, fillers, and decorating products. This £23 million acquisition ensures the preservation of 90 jobs and safeguards the future of one of the UK’s most recognisable DIY brands.

By bringing Bartoline into its portfolio, Paramount Retail Group reinforces its commitment to preserving iconic British businesses while driving growth and innovation. The integration of Bartoline with Paramount’s operational expertise and investment capabilities will ensure the historic company is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of modern consumers. Paramount also aims to champion sustainability by introducing environmentally friendly materials and reducing waste across Bartoline’s product lines.

“Bartoline has been a trusted partner in countless home improvement projects over the past century, with a heritage and reputation for quality that make it an excellent addition to our portfolio. We’re proud to secure its legacy and look forward to driving its future growth through innovation and sustainability.”

Paul Taylor

Chairman, Paramount Retail Group

As part of its strategic vision, Paramount Retail Group will focus on developing innovative, user-friendly, and sustainable products for Bartoline. The group aims to make DIY accessible to everyone, catering to both experienced DIYers and first-time decorators. Paramount’s sustainability initiatives will include prioritising environmentally friendly materials and reducing waste, ensuring that Bartoline continues to be a trusted and responsible name in the DIY market.

“Bartoline has tremendous potential. By combining its 100-year heritage with our resources and expertise, we aim to create innovative, sustainable solutions that resonate with today’s consumers. DIY is becoming more accessible than ever, and we’re excited to champion Bartoline’s role in empowering both seasoned professionals and first-time decorators.”

Ravi Sharma

Executive Director, Paramount Retail Group

This acquisition also highlights Paramount’s ongoing success and growth, with group revenues now exceeding £100 million. Paramount Retail Group continues to strengthen its position as one of the UK’s leading retail groups, driven by its mission to preserve and grow iconic brands across a diverse range of sectors.

Saltaire Brewery, part of Paramount Retail Group, has announced the acquisition of the Keystone Brewing Group brand portfolio, securing the future of a collection of respected British beer brands with deep manufacturing heritage and strong regional roots.

The acquisition follows recent national coverage highlighting the challenges facing independent British brewers and the importance of responsible ownership in safeguarding jobs, production, and local brewing communities. Against a backdrop of rising costs, market consolidation, and increased insolvencies across the sector, Saltaire’s acquisition represents a clear commitment to long-term stewardship rather than short-term consolidation.

This milestone builds on the strong progress Saltaire has made since joining Paramount Retail Group 18 months ago. During that period, the brewery has accelerated growth, strengthened its operational foundations, and reinforced its role as a custodian of authentic British brewing brands with real provenance and manufacturing presence.

The Keystone portfolio brings together a number of well-established breweries and beers, each with its own identity, loyal customer base, and regional significance. Under new ownership, the focus will be on protecting what makes each brand distinctive; maintaining brewing standards, safeguarding employment, investing in production capability, and supporting the trade for the long term.

This approach reflects Paramount Retail Group’s wider strategy of backing heritage British brands with strong manufacturing roots. Rather than stripping back identity or centralising production for short-term gain, the group provides patient capital, operational expertise, and commercial discipline to allow brands to stabilise, rebuild, and grow sustainably.

The transaction further strengthens Saltaire’s ambition to be a leading regional brewery with a growing national presence, while remaining firmly grounded in its Yorkshire origins. It also reinforces the group’s confidence in the UK brewing sector and the enduring value of well-made, well-loved British beer.

“These are brands with real history, real people behind them, and real places at their heart. Our responsibility is to look after them properly, to brew them well, protect jobs, support the trade, and invest with a long-term mindset. This acquisition reflects both the progress Saltaire has made and the strength of the team driving that growth.”

Sunny Sharma

Director, Saltaire Brewery

“This is not about financial engineering or consolidation. It’s about restoring confidence, rebuilding relationships, and ensuring that proud British brewing businesses continue to exist, employ people, and serve their communities for generations to come.”

Ravi Sharma

Director, Saltaire Brewery

For Paramount Retail Group, the acquisition underlines continued momentum across the wider business. Sustained growth, disciplined investment, and a stewardship-led approach position the group strongly for the future while remaining true to its core values of quality, responsibility, and long-term brand building.

The Keystone brands will continue to be brewed, supplied, and supported as part of Saltaire’s expanding brewing platform, ensuring continuity, quality, and long-term investment in each individual brand.

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