Attention all tradespeople! Looking around for work during this time? Wondering why you aren’t gaining traction with projects? Think about how the client is thinking when looking around for hiring a painter or plasterer for a job at their home. […]
Written by The Spruce Team Source: https://www.thespruce.com/paint-calculator-4692607 Get an estimate on how much paint you’ll need for your home. It’s as simple as: Select the shape of your room Find out the square footage of your walls by entering the width […]
The two most important things for a great paint finish are: A good quality paint, and the right paint brush to match the paint type and surface. People seem to overlook the importance of choosing the right applicators when planning […]
Some like it soft. That is what they say. When sanding, we are not just talking about subjective preferences, but about very objective sanding results. If you want to convince yourself, the best thing is to try it out. No, […]
Paint sprayers are also perfect for applying deck stain and can help you to stain an entire deck in just a few hours. Although the job is simple, you won’t get anywhere unless you know what you’re doing. We’ll walk […]
Thinking up sprucing up your rooms? Deciding on the colour is always a hard choice. But, once you know the pros and cons for each, and with careful planning, you can ensure a successful end result! The right colour scheme […]
There is nothing more annoying than getting small drops on paint onto a clients carpet – how do you explain it to them? “Sorry, I am a messy painter; this usually happens.” Chances are, you will lose a customer and […]
Everything you need for a problem-free paint job – get ready to roll! When you are undertaking painting and wallpapering jobs, it is often a mission to remember everything you need. To make it easier for you, we created a […]
When using an airless sprayer with Thinners, one has to be extremely careful with leaks. If you have an airless sprayer leaking, use a selfgard glove over the inlet filter. Have a look at them here – https://www.tradextra.co.nz/product/selfgard-vinyl-lowpowder-gloves/. The thicker […]
Linseed Oil is a common carrier used in oil paint. It can also be used as a painting medium, making oil paints more fluid, transparent and glossy. Which is the right Linseed Oil for the job: Raw or Boiled? Raw Linseed Oil dries very slowly, taking weeks to […]
