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We’re a family-owned business and we’re very proud of what we stand for; it’s more than just selling a product, it’s about providing treatments for our customers’ vehicles which enhance their lifestyle by making them easier to clean and visually maintaining or improving their appearance.

Supagard opened its doors in Glasgow in 1988.

Co-founder Brian Quinn (pictured above) and his business partner John Orrick (pictured below on right) had originally worked for a Swiss company called Waxoyl selling underseal.

As the industry changed, both Brian and John looked at inventing a technology that could be used on the outside of the car rather than underneath.

Working closely with top chemist Eric Knorpe in Switzerland, they invented the first paint sealant for the UK. This unique chemistry made Supagard a well-known brand throughout the industry.

The technology did not stop there. An enquiry from the Swiss Railway for invisible protection for their train seats saw the introduction of a fabric protector for car seats and a stronger version for carpets.

It took another ten years before a demand for a customer handover kit was invented. Brian and John, working closely with their internal management team, created a world-class range of products that customers could use to help keep their cars in tip-top condition.

Working originally from his garage (pictured above) at his house in Glasgow, Brian took on premises in Gavinton Street in 1994 and this has been the Head Office address ever since.

As the company grew, Brian and John invested in more property and eventually purchased the entire street of warehousing to keep up with the ever-growing demand.

Supagard is very much a family business with high morals and ethics towards its staff and customers. Although Brian and John have sadly passed away, Brian’s wife, Jean (pictured below) is our CEO, her daughter is the Finance Director, and her son-in-law, David, is the Managing Director (pictured below).

When it comes to technology, this part is managed by James Smyth (Technical Director pictured above), who has been in the business for over 30 years. James worked closely with Brian and John for a number of years, so the standard of quality will always be world-class.

Professional Protection

Our protection products are approved and applied by 19 OEM car manufacturers across the UK who we work very closely with to maintain the industry-leading standards and reputation which we have established from 3 decades of development. Our professional products are applied to vehicles all over the UK every day - since 1988 we have protected over 6,000,000 cars!

Aftercare

In addition to our professional car protection services, we also offer a range of aftercare products which are sold on our online shop. This strand of the business was introduced in 1998. We like to encourage our customers to keep their vehicles in great condition and our cleaning and detailing products can ensure they remain in their showroom state.