When winter approaches, outdoor workers have to negotiate new hazards. Poor light, exposure to cold and slippery surfaces can lead to accidents causing severe injury, ill-health and even a threat to life. When workers experience excessive cold, they are more likely to behave unsafely as their ability to make decisions and/or perform manual tasks deteriorates.Continue reading “Keep workers safe this winter”
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Matching made easy
Aubrey is a life-long painter and decorator. He has taught his skills in further education colleges for over 30 years, and recently created his own YouTube channel, Aubrey’s Absolute Decorating, to help others in their pursuit of mastering the skill. With years of experience under his belt, Aubrey used Datacolor’s latest colour matching device, the ColorReader EZ, in his latest decorating project…
Knowing your client profile type
During a renovation project, customers will be investing their money, time and hope, so building a strong, positive bond with the customer will be crucial to earning their trust. Understanding how each customer differs, what matters to them most, and how best to communicate with them will help deliver a first-class service every time. Houzz.co.uk, theContinue reading “Knowing your client profile type”
Mould and mildew solutions
At this time of year, mould and stains can really hinder decoration, adding hours to a job. To be sure that the problem is dealt with properly, you need to choose the right product for the job. Brewers stock a comprehensive range of problem solving products, including these great examples from Zinsser. Zinsser Perma WhiteContinue reading “Mould and mildew solutions”
Infinite outdoors
Jotun has launched a fast drying, self-cleaning opaque exterior semi-gloss paint, Demidekk Infinity Details. Suitable for application to a wide variety of wood surfaces including windows, doors garage doors garden furniture and fences it can also be applied as a top coat to fascia’s made of plastic or metal. The product is formulated to ensureContinue reading “Infinite outdoors”
Eco-friendly surface protection
Axus Decor’s surface protection range features several unique, ecological products… Their Razor tapes are made using paper from highly renewable sources, such as the bark of the Japanese mulberry tree. These vibrant tapes can be left applied for up to a month, then peeled off easily to reveal straight paint lines and leave behind noContinue reading “Eco-friendly surface protection”
Shorter sanding
Mirka have recently been demonstrating their new LEROS-S, which combines the best-in-class features of the original LEROS, including a sanding head with 180° flexibility and a 5mm random orbital movement, but in a more compact design that makes sanding in confined spaces easier, more efficient and dust-free. The LEROS-S adds to a wide range ofContinue reading “Shorter sanding”
Build back better
Timbabuild is now available in a new easy to use bigger pack. The new pack increases the value for money for this essential primer used in epoxy wood repairs, and is far easier to use and much cleaner. EWS primer promotes adhesion of Timbabuild Epoxy Wood Resin and prevents further wood decay. To use theContinue reading “Build back better”
Bigger wetter stronger
UltraGrime Pro Power Scrub XXL+ clothwipes are dual textured and at 38cm x 25cm are double the size of common wipes. The Pro wipes stay wet and usable for over and hour out of the pack and don’t dry out when the pack is left open for weeks! Dermatologically tested, the wipes are safe onContinue reading “Bigger wetter stronger”
Talk budgets without the awkwardness
Broaching the topic of budget with a new client can be tricky, but it is a vital step. It’s important to enter the conversation with confidence, to demonstrate your experience and professionalism, and remember, these conversations will allow you to determine whether the person is your ideal client. Know your worth Work out what yourContinue reading “Talk budgets without the awkwardness”