Key considerations for selecting a good quality roller

Painting with a roller can provide you with extra speed and versatility, especially when working on large areas. However, just like brushes, there is a wide range of rollers on the market for you to choose from.  Here, Kristie Blackford-Mills from Purdy, explains how to ensure a roller is fit for purpose and performs to theContinue reading “Key considerations for selecting a good quality roller”

Business Software for Renovation Professionals

You may be using Houzz already to list your business and showcase your work to the public, but now Houzz offers a service to manage the whole project. Houzz Pro provides renovation professionals with a suite of tools to help win more work, increase profits and stay connected with their clients and teams. The easy-to-useContinue reading “Business Software for Renovation Professionals”

Works well with woodwork

HMG Paints have released their premium interior trim and woodwork paints in a gloss and satin finish. Available for purchase direct online and through distributor Topdec Decorating Supplies. The gloss and satin offer a premium quality water-based, protective finish for use on interior work. Avoiding the yellowing of oil-based paint over time, this water-based equivalentContinue reading “Works well with woodwork”

Spray the easy way

For your next spray project, why not try pre-taped Washi Film with with Q1 Precision Line Masking Tape? This electrostatically treated masking film prevents over-spray flaking and drips, which means you can re-coat and clean up with complete confidence during any paint application. Ideal for quickly and easily masking both large and small surfaces whilst creatingContinue reading “Spray the easy way”

Shining a light on sanding

From September 2020, painters, drywallers, plasterers, and all other renovation professionals can take advantage of the new PLANEX long-reach sander. It is perfect for sanding joints and surfaces, working and equalising various exterior insulation finishing systems, and for sanding off wallpaper residue. Let there be light!A ground-breaking innovation is the new LED light ring surround.Continue reading “Shining a light on sanding”

Hold more paint in your Tank

Kana’s Tank brush was specifically developed to hold more product than an average brush, resulting in a reduction in painting time, allowing for more cost-effective working. Its innovative two-in-one design combines a natural bristle core or ‘tank’ with a superb synthetic outer bristle coat. Consequently, it can cover up to 30% more surface area withContinue reading “Hold more paint in your Tank”