Xvlp vs hvlp
what's the difference!? Got the titan xvlp and I just wondered what the difference is. Which puts paint on faster and which gives a better finish? Cheers!
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How does everyone store their brushes in the van?
Out of interest how does everyone store their brushes in their vans etc ?? Edit: Split from this thread
View ArticleDulux trade satinwood
Hi all , over the last 4/5 years we use a huge amount of Dulux trade satinwood, solvent based as my customers love the really brilliant white finish and we find it good to use apart from two ongoing...
View ArticleStanley Colorado Trousers
Purchased the Stanley Colorado Trousers (link may not last forever) last week from Toolstation. Read the description and they looked alright and are a good price similar to my Site Mastiff Work...
View ArticleAre you glad you became a painter?
Basically are you happy you do what you do, or do you wish you could go back and do something else? Obviously if you're making good money then you're going to be happy.. Me, I like what I do, but at...
View ArticleDexters workwear.
I thought I would post an early short review about these trousers I purchased at the P&D Show in November. I paid a visit firstly to the jobman stall as I did last year and joked that the previous...
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The Official Poor Workmanship Thread.
On your travels from job to job we all see some shocking cock up's from other trades, even from our own trade. Stick your finds on this thread. This is now the Official Poor Workmanship Thread. The...
View ArticleCrown bathroom emulsion
Has anyone had any issues with this stuff in the pic below, it's a bit queer to put on, but I hear issues about overcoating this stuff with diamond Matt or other endurance emulsions after its been on...
View ArticleFossa Microsilk Microfibre roller sleeve
Had some free with a order from Decorating Direct also had a Whitestar which we have not tried yet. First of all washed it out and its really weird as it holds the water and it takes some spinning with...
View ArticleMy introduction
Hi everyone just a quick few words to introduce myself. I'm a painter and decorator in Shropshire and thought I'd try this site out to learn of new methods and products that other tradesmen recommend....
View ArticleWagner fc3500
Looking in a brochure at Crown Dec centre this morning, they are doing the Wagner FC 3500 XVLP for £395.99 Including Vat.. It is a 110 volt version but great value at that price.
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Best place for spraying sundries?
So...it's my first foray into airless spray next week. I've just bought a shiny new machine. I hold you lot responsible for that ( and for the festool , and the mirka.....) I was wondering if anyone...
View ArticleTips for an absolute beginner needed please..
I am an impatient person, and this afternoon at about 1.30 I posted something about waiting until after the spray training day to hear what you experts say. Sadly, I lasted less than an hour - well,...
View ArticleFestool CTL or CTM for decorators?
Was speaking with @Duluxdaz on Twitter a couple of days ago and he mentioned he'd been having a chat with a Festool Rep about dust extraction for painters and decorators. Apparently, the rep stated...
View ArticleDoes anyone use stilts?
Anyone use stilts? I fancy nipping about on stilts to do my cutting in and masking , I've seen them online from about £65 up to £300 ish Might be a bit of fun clowning around on site too
View ArticleMy intro
Hi i all gareth jackson from north wales (conwy). City and guids qualified, done apprentiship and started up my own business in 2005, local authority approved. Mostly do domestic work.on twitter as...
View ArticleScrewfix
Seems like screwfix are stocking now a lot more decorating products, goto http://www.screwfix.com/search?search=123NEWPAINT
View ArticleThe Receptionist - Prostate exam.
Yesterday I had an appointment to see the urologist for a prostate exam. Of course I was a bit on edge because all my friends have either gone under the knife or had those pellets implanted. The...
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applying acrylic over oil for the first time
Typical situation, hallway with very little natural light and old gloss that's discoloured. The place was built in 50's and has had a few coats in its time, paints on there and looks solid. One way...
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Happy Birthday to...
@Dellboy Hope you have had a game today on your birthday, Mr. C? Have a good one!
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