Abode

Friendly, small classes suitable for all experience levels

Learning to spray is daunting! Whether you've got some experience, or you've never done it before - we will get you spraying with confidence. We teach in small friendly groups from our two training facilities in Chippenham, Wiltshire and Manchester.

We will support you before, during and after your course to ensure you are successful. We offer full wrap-around aftercare including FaceTime catch-ups, online learning resources, membership community, paint ordering, spray equipment supplies, repairs and servicing.

All of our courses are approved by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). For construction businesses who are eligible, the courses can be fully/partially funded and we offer a free funding setup service. Find out if you're eligible for funding here.

Recent Student Reviews

Dale Kubon★★★★★

Just done the granite course with Jamie and so glad I did. I now have a lot more confidence in my work these guys are the best any one wanting to do this stop thinking about it if u have tried the rest now it's time to come to the best.

Simon Goode★★★★★

I took part in the two day kitchen spraying course and really enjoyed it. Jamie and Anna were really helpful and explained everything really well. I came away feeling that I’d got good value for money and now have the confidence to set up my own kitchen and furniture spraying business.

Jonathan Howson★★★★★

I wasn’t sure whether to book this course but glad I did. Jamie was amazing in helping me learn about spraying. There was this amazing family feeling which made me feel welcome and very relaxed which helped me with my learning. I would recommend this academy 100%.

Gary Lee Jones★★★★★

From never spraying before and a week later already done a few jobs and a busy summer booked in. Thanks, Jamie, for all your support and ongoing support

Richard Crathern★★★★★

We've just finished our second course now at abode academy, we have found them absolutely vital if you want to get into all aspects of spraying. Jamie's knowledge on equipment, materials and techniques is second to none we would not have got as far as we have without doing these courses. We are now building are own spray booth and earning more money now then ever and expanding our business every month. We've gone from just a two man company to 4 full time staff in less than 6 months. We also get great deals and advice on all products and equipment Anna does a fantastic job at the shop and all the admin a pleasure to deal with highly recommend. Thanks, Jamie, for all your support and ongoing support.

Alex Grant★★★★★

The airless spraying course single handedly changed my career path, I cannot recommend it enough. 2 days after completing the course, I purchased a sprayer through Anna and Jamie which saved me a small fortune. Any issues that have arisen day or night since, Jamie has been on hand, even if it’s 9pm at night via video call. Don’t hesitate to book one of the courses. You won’t regret it

Kevin Tingley (Paint Warrior)★★★★★

Just finished upvc spray painting course with Jamie. And I highly recommend this place, Jamie is a fantastic teacher, he really knows his stuff and the course is well structured and thought out. Jamie has a lot of patience and will keep going over techniques time and time again untill you are confident with them. Couldn’t recommend this highly enough !! And will be booking further training.

Matthew Payne★★★★★

Highly recommend Abode Academy, Jamie teaches you everything you need to know to get the work done quick and professionally, and you get straight onto taking the kitchen apart to spraying in no time. Thank you again Jamie it was such a good day. Couldn’t recommend this highly enough !! And will be booking further training.

Joe Bushby★★★★★

A great course, very practical and informative. Both new and experienced sprayers will benefit. Highly recommended. A double thumbs up from me.

Gary Jones★★★★★

From never spraying before and a week later already done a few jobs and a busy summer booked in. Thanks, Jamie, for all your support and ongoing support.

David Chapman★★★★★

Jamie’s support and patience was fantastic which helped build my confidence so at the end of the day I had achieved a professional finish to my test kitchen.

Anthony Moseley★★★★★

Did the spray course for beginners. I can not recommend it enough! Jamie and Anna were absolutely brilliant at making me feel welcome throughout the day. Jamie's knowledge and teaching is first class. I now feel confident at spraying and cant wait to go back to learn more. Highly recommend to everyone looking to get into spraying.

Tyrone Davies★★★★★

A brilliant day training with Jamie at Abode Academy. Loved the fact that the course was entirely practical. Jamie’s vast experience and knowledge of spraying is evident as he guides you through the day. Would definitely recommend to anyone thinking of spraying.

David Jones★★★★★

Jamie and Anna run a great training centre. Both were very accommodating. Jamie was patient and concise in his communicating. The spraying itself was highly enjoyable and I am definitely encouraged to keep practicing and to harness that new found skill.

Malcolm Laverick★★★★★

Just completed the 3 day course. I have to say that this course was well worth doing. I learned so much from the correct products to use to the right technique on how to achieve a professional finish. I found Jamie to be an excellent teacher, he did not overcomplicate anything and was always willing to make sure I understood everything that was being taught. The academy is a very professional setup n both the teaching and the training equipment used. Anyone thinking of doing a course, I would say do not hesitate , you will certainly not be disappointed. I would also like to say thank you to Anna for the amazing hospitality.

Nathan Booth★★★★★

Just finished upvc spray painting course with Jamie. And I highly recommend this place, Jamie is a fantastic teacher, he really knows his stuff and the course is well structured and thought out. Jamie has a lot of patience and will keep going over techniques time and time again untill you are confident with them. Couldn’t recommend this highly enough !! And will be booking further training.