Festool is expanding its range with the new CT MIDI I AC mobile dust extractor with automatic filter cleaning. Compact, powerful and therefore ideal for high demands during service and assembly work. The new extractor impresses with its outstanding suction power and user-friendly functions. With a powerful 1200-watt motor and a maximum suction power ofContinue reading “Compacter extractor”
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One clear winner
BT1 is similar to CT1 but is also anti-bacterial and mould-resistant, making it ideal for sealing around baths, sinks, showers, and kitchen worktops. BT1’s formulation prevents black mould growth, which is a common issue in painted and decorated spaces. Unlike traditional sealant and silicones, BT1 is paintable when it has cured, meaning decorators can achieveContinue reading “One clear winner”
Hot off the shelf
The new, versatile, single pack floor coating from Albany is available now and exclusive to Brewers Decorator Centres! You can achieve a perfect finish for both interior and exterior floors in a wide range of materials that will stand the test of time. Albany Solvent Based Floor Paint is a single pack, easy use floorContinue reading “Hot off the shelf”
Pole sander reaches for new heights
Mirka is enhancing its tooling line-up with the launch of the new Mirka DecoSander, a versatile pole sander that has been developed with efficiency and ease of use at the forefront of its design. This innovative tool offers precision sanding for walls, ceilings, and tight corners, ensuring a flawless finish in any environment. The DecoSanderContinue reading “Pole sander reaches for new heights”
Crown Trade: Colour Insights 2025
Crown Paints has launched its Colour Insights 2025/2026, a collection of five palettes designed to help painters and decorators confidently guide clients with their colour choices. Developed by Crown’s team of colour experts, the new palettes titlesCo, Choreography, Disrupt, G-local, and Faraway are inspired by global trends and offer a practical toolkit for understanding howContinue reading “Crown Trade: Colour Insights 2025”
Reach new heights
BoSS has unveiled an enhanced version of its leading low-level multi-application mobile podium, QuickPod with the launch of its brand-new 1500 model. Designed and manufactured in the UK, the new product has a platform height of 1.5m and prioritises 360° safety for users, with key features including an auto-closing safety gate, guardrail, and pivoting stabilisersContinue reading “Reach new heights”
Smaller job? Smaller pack!
To ensure decorators have the right amount of paint for their project, Dulux Trade is now offering its popular Ultra Matt paint in 3-litre packs. The new pack size joins the existing 10-litre format, offering greater flexibility to suit different needs across domestic and commercial projects. Ultra Matt perfectly complements the broader Dulux Trade productContinue reading “Smaller job? Smaller pack!”
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 such as windows, banisters, and tight corners, has been building in popularity due to its innovative design. It’s tungsten carbide blade maintains sharpness up to 100Continue reading “Scraper takes centre stage”
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 the issue when it comes to its own product development. How important is longevity when choosing the right tools? In previous articles we have talked aboutContinue reading “Purdy on… Longevity”
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 to hold your head up high when painting ceilings thanks to its super flat matt finish and anti-flashing characteristics. The water-based ceiling paint contains matting agentsContinue reading “Hot off the shelf”