Makita has released its latest heated jacket, helping to protect wearers against the elements. Powered by the reliable 18V LXT battery, this new warm and stylish jacket is a must-have for cold, harsh jobsite environments. The DCJ205 offers maximum comfort and durability thanks to the five heating zones, users benefit from continuous warmth in theContinue reading “Snug as a bug”
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Trade Insights – Pioneer Brush
We asked Peter Samuel from Pioneer Brush about his experience and building up the brand… Tell us a bit about Pioneer Brushes… Pioneer Brush is an off-shoot of my experience and knowledge, and has grown to be one of the foremost manufacturers of paintbrushes worldwide. Most of what we produce is sold as ‘private label’Continue reading “Trade Insights – Pioneer Brush”
Pushing productivity
Makita has launched its largest capacity battery to date with an impressive 288 watt-hours of energy. The 8.0Ah BL4080F offers the longest runtime for its XGT products, especially useful when used on higher drain machines. The 40VMax XGT BL4080F 8.0Ah battery is equipped with 20 cells in a heavy-duty and durable outer and casing, andContinue reading “Pushing productivity”
Preparation Perfection
The Hamilton Perfection range of preparation tools includes the much-loved scale tang stripping and filling knives, with solid forged bolsters for durability and blades cast in one piece, with FSC® Certified wooden handles. These have become a staple in every pro’s toolbox, but when it comes to precision the Perfection Precision Scraper is the ultimateContinue reading “Preparation Perfection”
Mind your fingers!
It’s dangerous to attempt to cut anything using a dull blade, and doing so can lead to injury. You’ll need to apply much more force to make a successful cut, which increases the risk of your hand slipping and hurting yourself. OLFA‘s Excel Black ultra-sharp snap blades are the sharpest in the industry, easily cutting throughContinue reading “Mind your fingers!”
Portable power sucks
Makita’s VC001GL and VC003GL dust extractors deliver impressive output that is equivalent to corded alternatives. Both machines can house two XGT 40VMax batteries so that when the first battery runs out of charge the second one automatically kicks in, plus the VC001GL and VC003GL have large tank capacities of 8-litres and 15-litres respectively, preventing theContinue reading “Portable power sucks”
Just roll with it
DK Rolls creates a workspace that is clean, accessible, clutter-free, and safe. You can equip your mobile workstation according to your everyday tasks and needs, make your work more efficient and spend less time trailng back to the van. The painter’s workstation fits a 20 litre paint bucket in the front, three baskets suitable forContinue reading “Just roll with it”
Pioneer Brush launch new Eco decorating tool range
Pioneer Brush are one of the World’s leading manufacturers of paint brushes, with an annual production of over 18 million paintbrushes going to over 20 countries. In the UK, they distribute products under the Spirit and Swift and Lightning brands. New to the range is Spirit Renaissance Eco, professional quality decorating tools incorporating eco materials thatContinue reading “Pioneer Brush launch new Eco decorating tool range”
Why UK decorators love a ‘Hammy Green’
We know that every painter and decorator has a favourite go-to roller sleeve and brush. It goes without saying that these essential tools are an extension of your own arm when they’re in the hand all day. But, we hear time and time again, Perfection Medium Pile sleeves nick-named a “good old Hammy Green” – HamiltonContinue reading “Why UK decorators love a ‘Hammy Green’”
Mobile knife safety
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”