For over 50 years, we’ve been the trusted partner for artisans in the plumbing and industrial trades sectors, providing high-performing solutions that have earned us our gold standard reputation.
STAG has stood the test of time, and remains a reliable name professional tradesmen can count on.
OUR STORY
At STAG, reliability isn't just a promise - it's built into everything we do, including the products we formulate.
What started as a simple jointing compound in the 1960s, quickly became the go-to sealing solution for steel piping joints - locally, and beyond. We’ve since grown - expanding our plumbing and industrial trades ranges to meet the needs of the artisans we serve.
Formulated to consistently offer solutions for residential, commercial and industrial projects, there’s a STAG product for every tradesman’s toolbox that will get the job done right, first time, every time.
Trusted for quality, we’re not just a brand - we’re your partner in every project, big or small.
IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE SINCE THE VERY BEGINNING.
1969 - 2011
LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS
- Trademarked in 1969 and originally formulated in the UK, STAG Jointing Compound quickly became the trusted choice for sealing steel piping joints across South Africa, and beyond. For most of its history, STAG was distributed by Dowson and Dobson (D+D), which later became Actum.
2012
STRENGTHENING THE FRAMEWORK
- In 2012, Liquid Colours (Pty) Ltd. acquired the STAG brand portfolio from AECI Limited. Product distribution continued primarily through Actum. Technical and customer support services were improved and strengthened.
2020 - PRESENT
A CHAPTER
IN INNOVATION
- In 2020, the STAG logo was modernised without compromising on its historic and authentic visual identity. An opportunity to add new STAG lines to create a family of complementary plumbing and industrial trades products for direct distribution was recognised.
- The range was expanded to include STAG PVC Cleaner, Flux Spray, PVC Weld and Grime Gremlin - Ready-To-Use and Concentrate. More will come. This transformation reflects our ongoing commitment to provide innovative, customised solutions for the next generation of plumbing professionals and artisans in the trades industry.