CROWN PAINTS LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 06624576
- Registered Address
- Crown House, Hollins Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 0BG
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 1,069
- Turnover
- £214,131,000
- EBITDA
- -£10,291,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://crownpaints.co.uk/
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 19 June 2008
- Nature of Business
- 20301 - Manufacture of paints, varnishes and similar coatings, mastics and sealants
- Industries
- Raw Materials And Intermediate Goods
- Region
- North West
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 24 Jul 2025 | 80 | 13% | 17% | 70% | 19% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 20 Jan 2025 | 100 | 12% | 18% | 70% | 20% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 18 Jul 2024 | 82 | 12% | 18% | 70% | 18% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 23 Jan 2024 | 77 | 15% | 21% | 64% | 19% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 20 Jul 2022 | 83 | 11% | 12% | 77% | 58% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 12 Jan 2022 | 88 | 10% | 14% | 76% | 71% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 12 Jul 2021 | 95 | 7% | 11% | 82% | 75% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 04 Feb 2020 | 92 | 8% | 12% | 80% | 80% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 31 Jul 2018 | 76 | 11% | 21% | 68% | 83% |
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Invoice Payment Practices
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
Crown Paints Limited, as standard, contracts all its suppliers on 90 days end of month terms. Payment to suppliers as standard is no later than the 5th day of the month following the month in which the relevant undisputed invoice is due for payment by Crown Paints Limited i.e. between 91 and 95 days from receipt. Variations to these standard payment terms are by exception only, and only applied when negotiated and agreed by both parties.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
N/A
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
90
Dispute Resolution Process
If at any time any question, dispute or difference arises between Crown Paints and its supplier or distributor, typically under contract the parties are obliged to escalate the dispute to senior representatives of the parties who shall use their reasonable endeavors to resolve the dispute in good faith within 30 days of the date on which such dispute was referred to them. For Crown Paints, the escalation point would be the Purchasing Manager.
Other Payment Information
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Company Summary
Crown Paints Limited is a British company that specializes in manufacturing and selling paints and coatings. The company was founded in 1777 and has its headquarters in Darwen, Lancashire.
The company offers a wide range of sustainable products and services, such as water-based paints with low VOC (volatile organic compounds) levels, which are better for the environment and human health. They also have a recycling scheme for used paint cans and are committed to reducing their carbon footprint through energy-efficient manufacturing processes.
Crown Paints Limited has a strong sustainability program in place, which includes initiatives to reduce waste, conserve resources, and promote responsible sourcing. They also have a Code of Conduct that outlines their commitment to ethical and responsible business practices.
The company's key people include the CEO, Debbie Orr, and the Chairman, Brian Davidson. Both have extensive experience in the paint industry and are committed to driving the company's sustainability efforts.
Customers can contact Crown Paints Limited through their website, which also provides information about their products, services, and sustainability initiatives. The company's registered office address is Hollins Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 0BG.
In conclusion, Crown Paints Limited is a leading paint manufacturer in the UK, with a strong focus on sustainability. Their commitment to producing eco-friendly products and implementing sustainable practices makes them a responsible and ethical company in the industry.
