One of the most common causes of less than perfect work is a blunt blade. Instead of cutting cleanly, it drags. So it’s essential to always work with a sharp edge, and whilst OLFA Excel Black snap-off blades are the sharpest on the market, they will still become blunt and need frequent snapping. The OLFAContinue reading “Mobile knife safety”
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Hot off the shelf
Becoming more environmentally aware is a priority across all sectors, with the painting and decorating industry looking into new ways in which sustainable working practices can be achieved. With advances in technology, new and exciting products are being introduced into the market with ecological awareness. As a part of their Caulks and Sealants range, Brewers areContinue reading “Hot off the shelf”
Curvy cutter
The Monarch Advance Oval Angle Sash Cutter is due for release in late Spring, exclusive to the UK, to complement the existing Monarch Advance range. Individually handcrafted with quality materials for a professional finish, the angled premium filament blend provides ‘razor like’ precision for cutting in and trim work whilst the oval head ensures optimumContinue reading “Curvy cutter”
A guide to going Greene outside
Little Greene’s exterior paints combine remarkable durability with the brand’s own inimitable, extensive palette of colours. A high quality, long lasting, hard-wearing exterior family of paints offers a combination of strength, beauty and protection. From traditional high gloss to chalky matt limewash; the exterior family offers a multitude of stylish options for woodwork, metalwork and masonryContinue reading “A guide to going Greene outside”
What makes the perfect stroke?
In an industry where brushes are sold on ‘the best pick-up’, ‘the best finish’ and ‘the best filaments’, how do we define what actually is the best? Hamilton explores… The importance of paint pick-up The amount of paint a brush picks up with each dip will, quite simply, determine how many trips to the bucketContinue reading “What makes the perfect stroke?”
Client Relationships – Trust WORKS
Arguably, the most key ingredient to any working relationship is trust. Clients are investing their time, money, and home into your hands, so feeling confident in your ability to deliver the outcome they’re dreaming of is vital to you both working together successfully and achieving the best possible outcome. Home renovation and design platform, Houzz.co.uk,Continue reading “Client Relationships – Trust WORKS”
10 issues affecting supply chains in 2022
CHAS, the supply chain risk management expert, highlightsthe issues that will affect construction supply chains in 2022. The Building Safety Bill The Building Safety Bill, currently making its way through Parliament, is set to change how certain buildings are constructed, maintained and made safe. It will include regulatory reforms on fire safety and quality ofContinue reading “10 issues affecting supply chains in 2022”
Hot off the shelf
Benjamin Moore paint is now available online at Brewers. Every product has been designed with a specific purpose in mind, to serve a specific role, and deliver specific benefits, which is the secret to a wide range of products that deliver longevity, durability, and superior application properties. Ultra Spec Scuff-X is a revolutionary interior paintContinue reading “Hot off the shelf”
Star prise
Open your paint cans easily, and much more, with these high-quality paint can openers made in Solingen, Germany. Offering up to eight functions, including ruler, spanner, and bottle opener, they should not be missing on any construction site or in a decorator’s pocket. They are exceptionally durable and long-lasting, and even come with the optionContinue reading “Star prise”
No such thing as a problem surface
Toupret has improved its Problem Surfaces collection with two versatile anti-damp products that can be applied on both interior and exterior walls. These two products further strengthen the choice of any professional for treating problem surfaces. Both are highly technical fillers that have the Toupret stamp of approval from painters, decorators, builders, and construction workersContinue reading “No such thing as a problem surface”