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 mobile and stationary applications. The new Festool SYS-AIR uses a powerful, two-stage filter system to comprehensively clean the air. This means that the smallest dust particlesContinue reading “Clean air for all”
Tag Archives: Exterior
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 in coating formulations can make this process more efficient… Delivering a high-quality finish takes far more than just putting some paint on the wall. In fact,Continue reading “Reducing preparation”
The ultimate bonding solution
Owatrol E-B (Emulsa-Bond) is a highly penetrating, stir-in paint additive for use in water-based masonry or interior paints. It helps to alleviate peeling problems on all porous surfaces and is especially suitable for unstable, chalky and powdery surfaces, crumbling brickwork or render. Mixing E-B with the first coat ensures a strong, wear and peel-resistant bond,Continue reading “The ultimate bonding solution”
Spray plaster like it was meant to be sprayed
TriTech Industries have proudly announced the release of the all-new T15TX. The T15TX is versatile electric airless sprayer capable of efficiently spraying plasters as well as wall emulsions, intumescent coatings, vapor barriers and many other coatings. The all new T15TX embodies everything that TriTech is known for: The T15TX is equipped with TriTech’s all-new EZContinue reading “Spray plaster like it was meant to be sprayed”
New functions for Festool ExoActive
Festool are expanding the functionality of its active exoskeleton, the ExoActive EXO18, using the Work App. In 2023, Festool launched its battery-operated exoskeleton, the ExoActive, which makes light work of strenuous overhead tasks. It gives you an extra boost of strength before your arms get tired and at the same time takes the load offContinue reading “New functions for Festool ExoActive”
Ease of Application
When it comes to what properties make a good quality paint so great,ease of application is one of the key requirements, but how is this achieved? Here, Barnaby Jones at Valspar Trade, delves into the detail… Painting and decorating is a true skill, with years of hard work going into perfecting your craft. As aContinue reading “Ease of Application”
Tackle this year’s exterior season with confidence
As we approach this year’s exterior painting season, we decided to catch up with Tony Pearson-Young, Skills Development Consultant at AkzoNobel to hear all about his top tips and tricks, with help from the complete Dulux Trade Weathershield range, which provides the ultimate protection against the great British weather. When is the best time forContinue reading “Tackle this year’s exterior season with confidence”
Extractors that don’t just gather dust
Festool has been known for its extractors, and its entire dust extraction range for many years. The German manufacturer offers a variety of clever solutions for many needs to optimise workflows and ideally organise workplaces. The remote control with Bluetooth® module enables users to control their Festool extractors wirelessly. This saves you a trip toContinue reading “Extractors that don’t just gather dust”
The key to covering power
As a professional painter or decorator, you’ll want to achieve a perfect finish for your customers, every time, first time.A key part of achieving this is the level of coverage a paint offers. But what is behind the claims on covering power?Here, Dillon Cilliers at Valspar Trade, explains all… When it comes to choosing paint,Continue reading “The key to covering power”
Finish and protect your exterior wood
Have you ever painted a shed, fence, or summerhouse to then find the following year it’s already peeling and flaking? Leaving wood exposed to the weather can cause serious damage and reduce the overall longevity. Luckily there’s a perfect solution… Owatrol Shed & Fence Paint. Shed & Fence Paint is different to other paints onContinue reading “Finish and protect your exterior wood”