The landscaping trade is built on practical skills, shared knowledge, and a strong sense of collaboration. At Millboard, we aim to support landscapers not just through high-quality products, but by providing training, technical advice, and opportunities to connect with others in the industry. From hands-on courses to ongoing guidance and industry partnerships, our focus is on helping professionals deliver great results and build sustainable careers.

Launching the Millboard Training Academy at London Stone

One of our proudest recent developments is the launch of the Millboard Training Academy in collaboration with London Stone. This strategic partnership provides a dedicated, hands-on training environment where landscapers can become Millboard approved installers. Based at London Stone’s trade centre in Birmingham, in the West Midlands, the academy offers structured modules that cover best practices for installation and product integration.

Attendees benefit from practical experience with Millboard’s unique decking and cladding products—learning techniques that ensure durability, safety, and an exceptional finish. The sessions are delivered by our own product specialists and are tailored for both newcomers and experienced professionals who want to expand their offering and stand out in a competitive market.

Supporting installer training with Task Academy

We work with Task Academy to offer base-level training and Millboard product overviews, helping landscapers build a solid foundation of knowledge before taking on more advanced projects. These sessions introduce key concepts around installation, product handling, and design integration—providing a useful starting point for those new to Millboard or to the industry more broadly.

While Task Academy independently delivers a range of courses—including those focused on subframes—we actively support and promote their training as a valuable step for installers looking to gain confidence and improve their overall understanding of decking systems.

On-Site and remote technical guidance

Complex builds require more than just product—it takes expertise. That’s why Millboard provides detailed advice and support for challenging projects, both on-site and remotely. Whether it’s working through a bespoke curved design, managing tricky elevation changes, or integrating with other materials such as stone or metal, our technical team is on hand to help.

Through phone consultations, video walkthroughs, and in-person visits, we help installers troubleshoot, plan, and execute their visions with confidence.

Investing in the future through corporate social responsibility and education

We’re also committed to making training more accessible through corporate social responsibility initiatives that provide opportunities for those who may not typically have access to the landscape industry. One recent example is our involvement in a meaningful project in collaboration with TASK Academy, Lucy Bravington Design, the Stratford Youth Collective (SYC), and New Meaning Training. Over the past few months, TASK and Lucy Bravington have been working with young people who came away from school without the qualifications they need to progress, to help develop practical skills and build confidence through hands-on training.

To support the project, Lucy Bravington has generously volunteered her time to design a new garden for the youth centre. The students have been actively involved from the early stages, sharing ideas and shaping the vision—making this a truly collaborative effort.

Millboard is suppling our resin mineral composite decking for this initiative—an inspiring collaboration that not only helps develop practical skills using real products but also offers young people a glimpse into the possibilities within the landscaping industry.

Supporting the industry through membership and sponsorship

Millboard is a proud member of the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) and British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) — two of the UK’s most respected landscaping organisations. Through these memberships, we stay closely connected with the issues, innovations, and aspirations that shape our sector.

We are also enthusiastic sponsors of awards run by BALI and Pro Landscaper, backing categories that shine a spotlight on emerging landscapers and exceptional projects. These awards play a vital role in recognising hard work, elevating standards, and motivating excellence.

Creating opportunities to connect

A spirit of collaboration is at the heart of landscaping, and we aim to foster it through events that bring people together. Our annual open event is a calendar highlight, drawing landscapers, designers, and suppliers from across the UK. This informal yet impactful event provides opportunities to connect, learn, and share ideas in a collaborative atmosphere.

Promoting landscapers and connecting them with customers

Through our approved installer scheme, we not only train and certify skilled landscapers, but we actively promote them. Our website features a dedicated directory where homeowners and commercial clients can search for trusted professionals in their area. We regularly pass on project enquiries and highlight installer work across our marketing channels.

This creates real business opportunities for our installers and demonstrates to clients the quality and professionalism that comes with choosing Millboard decking and cladding products.

Engaging with the industry at trade shows

Events like FutureScape give us an essential platform to meet with the wider trade community. At these shows, we host live product demos, offer installation advice, and showcase new innovations. These gatherings are invaluable for keeping our finger on the pulse of the industry and helping us stay responsive to landscapers’ evolving needs.

Building with confidence: Product knowledge at the core

Underpinning everything is our commitment to product knowledge. Whether it’s understanding the qualities of our unique resin mineral board composition or knowing how to integrate our edging profiles seamlessly, we ensure that installers have the knowledge to succeed. From video guides to in-person support, we’re here to equip landscapers with the tools they need to deliver top-quality results.

Millboard’s support for landscapers is about more than supply—it’s about partnership, empowerment, and progress. We are proud to play our part in training the trade, elevating standards, and building a more connected and capable industry. Through education, support, celebration, and collaboration, we’re helping landscapers not only meet expectations but exceed them.

For more information about our training courses, becoming an Approved Installer, or joining one of our upcoming events, visit www.millboard.com.