Disaster of a summer!
Of all times of the year Summer used to be my busiest. For example the last 2 summers I have had a school each to do (interior) along with numerous exteriors and the odd new build/interior work. My...
View ArticlePrecision, low tack tape
After the recent discussion re painting trim first then walls; - (didn't realise theres so much collective knowledge/skill on this here) I'm wondering if you could share your thoughts - which is the...
View ArticleCheeky customer.
Just went to price up an outside which has high gables..Me:it will have to be scaffolded..Customer:why's that..me:because it's very high & I'm not going to risk my life working off a...
View ArticleRamblings of How I'm getting on with my Gracco GXFF
So a few months ago I was shown a few sprayers and tips, having never touched one before I spent 1k on 1.5k worth of kit. What a fantastic move that was!!! Ive slowly got better at using the kit and...
View ArticleAdvance Matte - UK launch
Afternoon all, I know many of the fans of Advance have been waiting eagerly for our UK launch of Advance Matte. The wait is over. @Dellboy you can relax now. It's live on the website on the Advance...
View ArticleWhere's mypaintbrush gone?
As title suggests where has mypaintbrush gone. The site has been down for a while now?
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Abranet not sticking to Festool RTS
Hia I just sent my festool off to be repaired because the sheets kept falling off the sander. Got it back (another brand new one I fact - but that's another story) And it's doing the same. The 80 grit...
View Articlecheeky bugger
Priced a kitchen back in April , job entailed repaint of existing units, install new island and replace worktops with granite. Spent a fair bit of time on getting the price together only for her to...
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Multiple drop pattern
Multiple Drop Patterns. How often are paperhangers on here coming across these? I noticed someone mention this on Twitter and it occurred to me I don't think I've actually hung one of these....
View Article"Superior" lining paper....laugh!!
Why can't they leave well alone? Have used Albany 1400 lining paper hung with Solvite cold water paste for years.. Brilliant! Now it's re-labelled 'Superior' , however, it's anything but.. The lining:...
View ArticleAre there any sprayers in the Warwickshire area?
Hi guys so I am looking at venturing into spraying, I am just wondering if there is any one on here who would be willing to show me the ropes in turn I would labour for free/ tape up clean up tea boy...
View ArticleEar protection - Tough sounds Review
Iv been meaning to get a little review up on these for a while now for those who do a a day on the sanders and like there radio whilst doing so. So lets be honest, though some off the machines we use...
View ArticleSadolin Beautiflex
Split this post from @Craig murison Showcase Thread here. The Sadolin Beautiflex was mentioned there but I thought it might be better to start a new thread on it rather than detract from Craig's...
View Articlesynthetic oil brush
Hello all ,I am looking for a synthetic brush for oil based paints, I am trying to be as animal friendly as possible whilst still achieving as professional finish as possible.. thanks in advance will
View ArticleIs the painting trade in a race to the bottom?
RANT ALERT! Out of curiosity I have an alert set up with Indeed, a jobs site. http://www.indeed.co.uk/jobs?q=painter&fromage=7&from=ja&hl=en&fr=t&of=0 There seems to be plenty of...
View ArticleHello....
I've just joined up, so popping in to say Hi! After what feels like a lifetime of lining the coffers of corporate fat cats, a couple of years ago, I thought scr*w 'em, and decided to follow a life long...
View ArticleMPB Fantasy Football 2017/2018
Hi Folks, It's that time of year again and with the new premier league season approaching we have set up another Painters Pit Stop / MyPaintbrush Fantasy football league. To take part all you have to...
View ArticleThe Film & TV Thread
After the recent Interstellar thread by Puma, I though a film and TV thread would be useful. I personally love a decent film, and find some of my friends' recommendations absolutely shocking. Hopefully...
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