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Product News Archive March 2019

Unibond Re-New saves time for DIYers 29 March 2019

Market research revealed that about one third of the population has mouldy bathroom sealants but fears of a complex and time-consuming job has discouraged DIYers from undertaking sealant projects.UniBond Re-New from Henkel is a simple and easy ...


Unibond fights bathroom mould 29 March 2019

Mould growth on bathroom sealant looks unsightly and is very difficult to remove. When installing a new bathroom, or shower, or basin its best to use a quality sealant that has antimould properties just like UniBond Antimould Shower Bath & ...


No More Nails "fixes virtually anything" 29 March 2019

Henkel says UniBond No More Nails Original can fix virtually anything. It does away with the need for nails and screws when fixing many things in and around the home such as skirting board, architrave, and other timber mouldings.It comes in a tube, ...


New silicone sealant from Dunlop 29 March 2019

Newly launched, Dunlop say the FX-90 Silicone Sealant is an ideal sealant for jointing tiled walls and floors in interior and exterior locations as well as gap filling and sealing around showers, baths, sinks and worktops. Multi-purpose, hygienic ...


Dunlop's new flexible rapidset floor and wile tile adhesive 29 March 2019

Get your tiling finished in double-quick time with Dunlop’s new Flexible Rapidset Floor & Wall Tile Adhesive. An extended open time of 60 minutes and a longer working time of 20 to 30 minutes allow for larger mixed and give additional time to ...


Centurion offers wide range in adhesives and sealants 29 March 2019

Centurion stocks a wide range of adhesives, tapes, silicones and sealants, supplying best-sellers from household names like Everbuild, 151, Mellerud and Bartoline direct to retail trade. The Adhesives and Sealants range makes up just a small part of ...


Stax published its 2019 Big Green Book 29 March 2019

Garden and hardware wholesaler, Stax Trade Centres has published its 2019 Big Green Book gardening catalogue. It contains a wider range of products than ever before, thanks to various major distribution deals which Stax has secured, covering lines ...


Hultafors Tools introduce mini pocket spirit levels 29 March 2019

The new mini pocket spirit levels From HULTAFORS TOOLS are now available in the UK with a modern design, clear-focus vials for levelling work in tight spaces. The ergonomic design includes a crush-proof vial with a +60% magnifying effect and ...


No-drill adhesive accessories from Tesa 29 March 2019

The new Tesa no-drill adhesive bathroom accessories are designed to provide a simple DIY solution for updating bathrooms without having to drill holes or use screws. The 61-product assortment includes everything from towel holders, shelves, hooks, ...


The new Amtech inspection camera 29 March 2019

The new Amtech 2.4-inch LCD Inspection Camera (stock code S2310) is a highly-versatile tool, which allows the user to conveniently view inaccessible areas, such as pipes and drains, as well as, ventilation shafts, engines, cavity walls and under ...


New cordless impact wrench from DK Tools 29 March 2019

The new Amtech 18V 3Ah Li-ion cordless half-inch impact wrench (stock code V6525) is a powerful tool and is supplied with four impact grade half inch drive metric sockets. It’s ideal for automotive, engineering and construction use, as well as, ...


Sunflex introduces Swish cordless roller blinds 11 March 2019

Creative innovation and use of technology combine to offer a completely child and pet safe solution by removing the need for any cords or additional safety devices and for that extra peace of mind, conforming to the internationally recognised ...


Forever autumn collection from Sunflex 11 March 2019

The aesthetic from the Swish forever autumn from Sunflex is reminiscent of gentle autumn days and cosy evenings at the fireside. The subtle toned wood grains in solid ash are named to evoke the thoughts and feelings of the season, available in 35mm ...


The Swish Soho from Sunflex 11 March 2019

The Swish Soho from Sunflex has a mixed media aesthetic in 28mm curtain poles with a very authentic and appealing textured woodgrain effect in various shades across light, medium and dark tones. The combination of the softer pole paired with high ...


Drill through metal with ease with TTP Hard Drills 11 March 2019

Since 2014, TTP Hard Drills says customers from Manchester to Melbourne have been using TTP HARD drills and CUT-IT metal cutting paste for drilling through hard met-als, such as stainless steel, with ease, and are often encouraged from watching the ...


New Fusion trade promo from Carl Kammerling International 11 March 2019

Carl Kammerling International is set to launch its exciting new Fusion trade promotion, which runs from 1 February to 21 June 2019, offering retailers fantastic savings on over 160 products from all CKI brands including: C.K, C.K Magma, C.K Classic, ...


Makita introduces new cross line lasers 11 March 2019

Makita has introduced four new Cross Line lasers to the popular CXT range of power tools which are packed with invaluable functions for accurate interior measuring and alignment. Both of the new self-levelling Makita 12vMax Cross Line CXT models, ...


New slim-fit stretch trousers from Snickers 11 March 2019

These new slim-fit stretch trousers deliver extreme working comfort, says Snickers. Hi-tech fabrics and body-mapping designs in the NEW FlexiWork SoftShell Trousers from Snickers Workwear ensure maximum working mobility wherever you are. The brand ...


DK Tools stand wows at Spring Fair 2019 11 March 2019

If there was an award for the best stand design at this year’s Spring Fair, then DK Tools Ltd say it would have won it hands down. The concept was a great advertisement for the Amtech brand and product range, the company says. On show was an array ...


Charles Bentley partners with the Marine Conservation Society 11 March 2019

2019 saw the launch of the new Charles Bentley plastic free range in partnership with the Marine Conservation Society. The Marine Conservation Society is the UK’s leading marine charity, working tirelessly to ensure our seas are healthy, pollution ...


Mould & Mildew Cleaner from Barrettine 11 March 2019

The Knockout Mould & Mildew Cleaner from Barrettine is a ready-to-use surface biocide for the control of organic growths with a cleaning action to remove light surface dirt. Can be used externally and internally to eliminate mould, mildew, algae ...


Paint and varnish stripper from Barrettine 11 March 2019

Paint & varnish stripper, Paint Panther from Barrettine, promises to remove many types of coatings quickly and effortlessly including metalised paint. It has a gel consistency which is ideal for vertical and other less accessible areas that ...


Peelaway 1 & 7 from Barrettine 11 March 2019

Barrettine introduces the Peelaway 1 & 7 "The original" Poultice paint removing system. Peelaway 1 was developed and formulated over 30 years ago to remove multiple layers of old toxic lead paint from ornate plaster ceilings and cornices, bricks,...


Prep surfaces with Sugar Soap Spray from Barrettine 11 March 2019

BARRETTINE’s handy trigger spray sugar soap is ideal for the removal of grime, dirt and grease from surfaces prior to painting. Its water based, ready to use formula is also useful as a general house cleaner, says the company. Comes in size 500ml....


New range of aerosols from Plastikote 11 March 2019

Plastikote ’s new range of aerosols has been developed specifically for the trade market. These high quality sprays come in colour-coded cans with clear usage and instruction labels - simply pick it, buy it and get on with the job. If you’re looking ...


Drip free pouring with PaintTopper 11 March 2019

Made in the UK, PaintTopper says its multi-purpose design is different to any pouring aid on the market; this useful piece of kit has proved popular to anyone decorating. Easy and simple to fit, it clips onto a paint can for hassle free pouring. ...


Centurion introduces the Abrasives range 11 March 2019

The popular Abrasives brand of preparation and sanding products enables your customers to prep like a pro, says Centurion. Available exclusively from Centurion, the Abrasives range includes everything customers need for quality preparation and helps ...


Decorating range from Bartoline revamped 11 March 2019

Bartoline says it is a family business trading since 1876 and is the UK’s largest manufacturer of decorating sundries. Products include paint solvents, fillers, adhesives, wood treatments, Paraffin, etc. The complete range has recently undergone a ...


Multi-task wipes from Zep 8 March 2019

The Multi-Task Wipes from Zep have a new and improved formulation, which now works even better to remove wet and semi cured PU foam effortlessly. The wipes have been dermatologically tested and cosmetically registered which means that they are safe ...


Everbuild introduces PinkGrip 8 March 2019

PinkGrip from Everbuild - A Sika Company is specifically formulated for the professional user; PinkGrip will stick just about anything on a building site both internally and externally. From concrete blocks and plaster coving to skirting boards and ...


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