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VC175 - Mould Killer

I have had to wait give this a review I have had a troublesome sash window in a bathroom. no matter what i have used mould has come back within 6 -8 weeks I have used Zinsser perma white, no luck So 3...

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graco hvlp 4900

Looking for opinions on the graco hvlp 4900 4 stage turbine. I've been offered a used one and just wanted to check that it will be suitable. I'll be looking to use it for spindles and woodwork along...

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BM Eggshell - Which one?

Starting a job tomorrow, a bedroom with fitted wardrobes, the doors I am replacing with 18mm MDF with routered edges and lots of draw fronts. My plan is to spray all the units with XVLP. Priming with...

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Pre-Primed MDF

Does anyone what type of primer they use for pre-primed mdf..I don't use oil based paints for the woodwork anymore but when i apply the first coat of QD satinwood it goes a greyish white colour.

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I'm not putting THAT in my mouth!

View attachment 8352 Where's 'That's Life' these days?

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Best 15" roller and frame and scuttle

Wondering about up grading to 15" bring on the jokes ha ha . What Roller sleeves and frames and scuttles / trays . are the big guys using. Been looking at the perfection and hammy frame , purdy frames...

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Tikkurila Undercoat

Just a question. On sanded and washed down old oil satin finish trim, which undercoat would you use? Otex Akva or standard Helmi Primer. Most of the job is new white MDF but there is some trim that...

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not going mental at work ?

Afternoon you marvellous lot . My first thread here so if it's not right tell me I get some funny looks at work , a few question because I often have my headphones in for hours at a time . I dont...

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New Mirka Sanders

I noticed the new sanders have come out. The new Mirka Pros is very competitively priced can't work out the difference except I think it a fixed head size, for the money I think I may jump from my...

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What colour is loft white?

I am a bit confused by this. The colour on the card is a faintly yellow white (aka jasmine or Pointing), the tester pot just seemed to be a brilliant white, and the colour match from Jonno's was just...

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The Music Thread

Thought i'd start an ongoing music thread for members to post whatever they are feeling at the moment I'll kick start with something quite dark :devilgrin: Great story telling from Immortal Technique...

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Cheap but good brushes found

I see quality brushes talked about here but what about the lower end of the market. I have found 2 types of brushes that are well worth picking up. First up is Toolstation. No Loss Synthetic. Very soft...

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Blaze brushes

Not sure if any of you have had a few issues with the Blaze Brushes, Ive bought loads lately , ( as I really think they are the best around atm ) but have had a few splay open, had one where the...

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Started this beast this week

Started this on Monday, should take 4 - 5 weeks. Going to be using Magnolia all seasons Weathershield masonry gloss, BM advanced High Gloss on the windows, Owatrol on the railings but unsure on the...

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dodgey joins

Has anyone notice the roller to brush join with vinyl matt. This has been happening with different brands and roller sleeves.

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New guy.

Hi, in not introduced myself. My names Dane, been decoratoring for 15 years now, based in south west London and Surrey. Enjoy my work almost like a hobby. I'll be able to give advise and take when and...

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Do ye guys get scaffolding ?

Huge house. Needs to be priced. In a case like this do ye mainly use scaffolding? I work alone so ladders are no good for chimneys and the gable with conservatory... Or would he turn it down if ye work...

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Introduction

Hi all, if you don't already know me, let me introduce myself I am the Sales Manager for Tikkurila UK and cover Wales, Gloucestershire and the south west. Cheers Gareth

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Off for a week !

Im now off for a weeks holiday in my Caravan with the wife. Cant wait for a few lie in's !!!

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Hi Everyone

Hi guys glad to be on board some great advice and tips on here really great forum. I am originally from Newcastle but now plying my trade down in the South West. Cheers Kev.

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