Academy Brushware was established in 1953 by Vittorino Meneghelli, an Italian entrepreneur, and initially operated as a small brush trade enterprise in South Africa. As time passed, the company expanded its product line to include paint rollers and ventured into the domestic broom and brush market. Academy Brushware obtained ISO 9001 accreditation. In 2002, the company underwent a management buyout, and in 2013, it was acquired by Bidvest. To this day, it thrives as a premier brush making enterprise, renowned for delivering top-notch products and exceptional customer service.