Brushing Up On...(2013)

Brushing Up On... is a documentary series that explores the history and craft of British manufacturing through archival footage. Hosted by Danny Baker, each episode examines a different industry or product that shaped the nation's industrial heritage. From textiles to engineering, the series reveals how British factories once dominated global markets and the skilled workers behind iconic goods. Baker's narration guides viewers through decades of newsreels, factory footage, and period documentation, offering an intimate look at manufacturing processes now largely lost to time. The show celebrates the ingenuity and labour that defined British industry while documenting the evolution of production techniques. It's essential viewing for anyone curious about how everyday objects were made and the working lives of generations who built modern Britain.