The British Coatings Federation is the UK Trade Association representing the interests of the decorative paints, industrial coatings, printing inks and wallcoverings industries. Members are invited to join the main BCF Group. The BCF's prime functions are: To promote and to protect the interests of its members. To encourage the prosperity of the industry. To improve the business climate in which the industry operate. To provide an interface between the industry and the Government, other industry and non-industry organisations, the media and the general public.