Keep up to date with what’s available for the modern decorator

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  Scraper takes centre stage
  Hamilton reported a surge in interest for its Perfection Precision Scraper tool at this year’s National Painting and Decorating Show. The tool, used for removing coatings on intricate areas suchContinue reading “Scraper takes centre stage”
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  The Devil is in the detail
  When Paul Jackson of The Tool Devil and PDA Member Dave Mockett of DM Decor started chatting about tools, they realised masking tape cutters were either hard to get holdContinue reading “The Devil is in the detail”
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  Purdy on… Longevity
  In this final interview of the series, we speak to Andy Cummins, Purdy’s Senior Product Manager about the longevity of tools, what to look for and how Purdy addresses theContinue reading “Purdy on… Longevity”
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  Keep it contained
  Shurtape is introducing a double-sided tape for painters and decorators… FrogTape Containment Tape is a premium painter’s masking tape on one side, to stick to surfaces such as drywall, wood trim, glass,Continue reading “Keep it contained”
• Hot off the shelf
  New from Albany paints is AF1 Ceiling Paint, a finish specifically designed for the ‘5th wall’ in the home. With this brand-new finish from Albany, you will be able toContinue reading “Hot off the shelf”
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  Features to consider when choosing an LED work light
  Proper lighting is key to achieving outstanding results. It is essential to have a reliable and high-quality LED work light that meets your specific needs. But, which factors are mostContinue reading “Features to consider when choosing an LED work light”
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  Make light work of sanding
  Cordless one-handed eccentric sanders with an integrated LED light ring Whether you are working in a workshop or in hard-to-reach locations, the new ETSC 2 cordless eccentric sander offers maximumContinue reading “Make light work of sanding”
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  Achieving excellence with colour and quality
  Decorators often feel they have to decide between using high-performance, trusted products and the client’s perfect colour. However, they could have the best of both worlds. Dawn Scott, Senior ColourContinue reading “Achieving excellence with colour and quality”
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  Achieving theperfect colour
  When it comes to choosing the right paint, achieving the perfect colour is just as important as achieving the perfect finish. But what is the secret behind a true, vibrantContinue reading “Achieving theperfect colour”
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  Dulux Trade – Colour of the Year 2025
  Dulux is asking decorators to embrace yellow and infuse a sense of optimism, pride and imagination into their projects. As a guiding light to introduce these bold, positive shades toContinue reading “Dulux Trade – Colour of the Year 2025”
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  The right tapefor the job
  Many decorators are turning to masking tapes to ensure cleaner lines, reduce time spent cutting in, and minimise the need for touch-ups. However, not all masking tapes are created equal,Continue reading “The right tapefor the job”
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  Get a grip
  Coo-var are introducing a new formula for their Suregrip® line of anti-slip floor paint. Suregrip Aqua maintains the exceptional anti-slip properties and durability of the original Suregrip while offering theContinue reading “Get a grip”
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  Conquer large sanding areas
  Mirka UK is introducing the DEROS II 750 orbital sander incorporating a 175mm sanding pad to enable quicker and flatter sanding of large surfaces. The DEROS II 750 is anContinue reading “Conquer large sanding areas”
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  Remote working for batteries
  Makita has added six new orbit sanders to its XGT 40VMax range that use an innovative cable connection to the battery, meaning the weight is removed from the sander itself.Continue reading “Remote working for batteries”
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  Clean air for all
  Festool is expanding its range with a new air purifier that filters harmful airborne dust from the air. Its compact Systainer format and low weight make it ideal for mobileContinue reading “Clean air for all”
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  Reducing preparation
  SPEEDING UP YOUR JOBS We all know a huge part of painting and decorating is getting the prep right. Here, Barnaby Jones from Valspar Trade delves into how innovations inContinue reading “Reducing preparation”