Industry Insights and Updates

Why do some water-based paints dry quicker than others?

With a big shift away from solvent-based paints towards sustainable water-based products, you may have noticed some water-based paints dry quicker than...

How are the CREATIVE METALLIC finishes different to liquid metal?

Recently, many of our customers have been asking whether they should use liquid metal finishes or try CREATIVE METALLIC. So in this...

Why are there different abrasive types of sandpaper and which is best for what I’m doing?

Put simply, different abrasive types of sandpapers give you different results. With years of experience, we find different grain types work better...

Which weather elements affect exterior joinery the most and how can we protect our joinery against it?

Exterior joinery is exposed to the natural elements all year round, from the heat of the summer sun, to the harsh damp...

Why black exterior doors are often advised against and how to overcome potential heat issues

Selecting black paint for an exterior door may seem like a durable, hard-wearing colour choice, but actually many industry experts advise against...