Paisley company helps family as part of DIY SOS with Nick Knowles
Prestige Floors, which is situated on Causeyside Street, previously confirmed on social media that the business WAS helping with a project on DIY SOS.
It is understood that the company were supporting the team on the show as they help out a family from Newton Mearns.
The family at the heart of the project recently suffered a devastating personal loss, prompting the show's return to Scotland after several years.
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Staff called the experience "humbling" and shared some behind-the-scenes snaps, including one with programme host Nick Knowles.
A post on Prestige Floor's social media read: "Glad we could make a difference to this family's life along with hundreds of other companies in the Glasgow area this week.
"It was a humbling experience and great to see so many people helping out a family in need.
"It's not all about making money. Sometimes it's about trying to make a difference and we can relate to that when you feel the world is against you.
"We regularly help with charities, local football teams and community groups as much as we can and it is always an honour.
"We hope the family enjoy their renovated home and we wish you all the best for the future and look forward to this episode airing later on TV."
The DIY SOS team, known for transforming homes and lives for the past 27 years, issued a public appeal earlier this year for tradespeople, volunteers, and suppliers across Glasgow and surrounding areas to help.
The show is set to air later this year.
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