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Costs fluctuate, support is often reactive, and cyber security is added in layers... 08 April 2026 [![guaranteed irish banner about using local collaboration in construction](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/Local-Collaboration-Construction-Guaranteed-Irish.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/showcasing-the-value-of-local-collaboration-in-construction-at-pace) Blogs ### [Showcasing the Value of Local Collaboration in Construction](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/showcasing-the-value-of-local-collaboration-in-construction-at-pace) From the iconic "G" on the shop window to a strategic powerhouse for a national supply chain, Guaranteed Irish is redefining what it means to support... 18 March 2026 [![Guaranteed Irish and Cork Aiport - Guaranteed campaign](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/GuatanteeIrish-cork-airport.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/93-of-consumers-agree-that-the-guaranteed-irish-symbol-signals-support-for-local-businesses-and-communities) Blogs ### [93% of consumers agree that the Guaranteed Irish symbol signals support for local businesses and communities.](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/93-of-consumers-agree-that-the-guaranteed-irish-symbol-signals-support-for-local-businesses-and-communities) New campaign launched on the back of strong research for Guaranteed Irish Month of March. Guaranteed Irish launched its new nationwide campaign... 12 March 2026 [![Guaranteed Irish winners ](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/Guaranteed%20Irish%20winners%202026.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/a-night-of-style-and-glamour-on-the-green-carpet-and-insomnia-named-business-of-the-year) Blogs ### [A night of style and glamour on the ‘Green Carpet’ and Insomnia named ‘Business of the Year’](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/a-night-of-style-and-glamour-on-the-green-carpet-and-insomnia-named-business-of-the-year) The Guaranteed Irish Business Awards 2026, proudly sponsored by PTSB The 2026 Guaranteed Irish Business Awards, took place on March 5th at The... 06 March 2026 [![crown paints thought leader profile ](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/Clarke-Blair-crown-paints-Guaranteed-Irish.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/clarke-blair-commercial-director-at-crown-paints-ireland-ltd) Thought Leader Q&A ### [Clarke Blair, Commercial Director at Crown Paints Ireland Ltd](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/clarke-blair-commercial-director-at-crown-paints-ireland-ltd) As Commercial Director at Crown Paints Ireland, Clarke Blair brings a forward-looking perspective to the evolving role of housing in Ireland. With... 02 March 2026 [![Guaranteed Irish house month featuring etex banner](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/Etex-Guaranteed-Irish.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/etex-ireland-building-a-sustainable-future-from-the-ground-up) Blogs ### [Etex Ireland — Building a Sustainable Future from the Ground Up](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/etex-ireland-building-a-sustainable-future-from-the-ground-up) Sustainability is at the heart of Etex’s operations in Ireland, reflecting the company’s global commitment to responsible and low-impact building... 26 February 2026 [![utility fair blog banner on how retail businesses can save money](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/GI_Utilityfair_BlogImage-Guaranteed-Irish.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/irish-retail-businesses-saved-23-million-on-energy-costs-last-year-with-utilityfair) Blogs ### [Irish Retail Businesses Saved €23 Million on Energy Costs Last Year with Utilityfair](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/irish-retail-businesses-saved-23-million-on-energy-costs-last-year-with-utilityfair) Energy remains one of the largest overheads for Irish retailers, making it essential to review electricity and gas contracts every year. However,... 24 February 2026 [![Crown paints interiors blog banner](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/Fresh-take-spring-interiors-Irish-brands-1.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/blending-tradition-with-today-how-to-refresh-period-homes-using-modern-colour) Blogs ### [Blending Tradition with Today: How to Refresh Period Homes Using Modern Colour](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/blending-tradition-with-today-how-to-refresh-period-homes-using-modern-colour) Owning an older home is a joy - the ornate plasterwork, tall sash windows, and original fireplaces are full of personality. But let’s be honest —... 23 February 2026 [![banner for a blog about spring interiors from Guaranteed Irish members ](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/Fresh-take-spring-interiors-Irish-brands.jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/a-fresh-take-on-spring-interiors-from-paints-to-cushions-leading-irish-brands-share-their-trend-predictions-for-the-season-ahead) Blogs ### [A Fresh Take on Spring Interiors: From paints to cushions, leading Irish brands share their trend predictions for the season ahead.](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/a-fresh-take-on-spring-interiors-from-paints-to-cushions-leading-irish-brands-share-their-trend-predictions-for-the-season-ahead) This spring, reimagine your living space with Guaranteed Irish businesses, showcasing how style, comfort and supporting local supply chains can go... 19 February 2026 [![Blog banner with headshot of colour specialist - House month at Guaranteed Irish](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/hubfs/Crown%20paints%20Colour%20Specialist%20(4).jpg)](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/expert-commentary-on-2026-trends-kathryn-lloyd-crown-colour-specialist) Blogs ### [Expert commentary on 2026 trends – Kathryn Lloyd, Crown Colour Specialist](https://blog.guaranteedirish.ie/expert-commentary-on-2026-trends-kathryn-lloyd-crown-colour-specialist) As House Month at Guaranteed Irish gets underway, we’re shining a spotlight on the brands and experts shaping the future of Irish homes. 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