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 most important to consider when choosing a work light? The workday of a professional decorator is filled with challenges and demands. From shifting workplaces to theContinue 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 maximum freedom of movement when sanding. An integrated LED light ring improves the view of the surface and reveals any unevenness when sanding. Its eccentric sandingContinue reading “Make light work of sanding”
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 Colour Designer at Dulux Trade, explains how decorators can eliminate this dilemma with colour matching… The right colour can completely transform how a space is perceived.Continue reading “Achieving excellence with colour and quality”
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 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”
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”