Monthly Archives: June 2018

Columbia taping tools are a world renowned brand who pride themselves on being one of the best drywall tool brands in the world. Columbia is a popular and reliable brand that our customers absolutely rave about, so it makes sense to make them our brand in the spotlight for June.

Columbia was founded and is based in North America, but have become a strong brand in the worldwide tool market. They claim to be the longest lasting, most durable and highest quality brand for drywall taping tools. With a range of innovative and forward thinking taping products that will enable you to get the job done with more precision and more efficiently.

Here are our top picks from our Columbia range...

Here at Drywall Tools Direct we are proud of the products we provide our customers with. We only work with the highest of quality and most reputable brands to bring you trade approved, innovative and efficient tools that get the job done first time. Today we are reviewing the Columbia Automatic Taper, something we believe to be a staple in any dry-wallers tool kit.

FEATURES

• Knurl grip control tube allows for secure grip even when slipery.
• Handy pull ring on hand grip to let you cut tape with ease while taping high joints.
• Clutch release shaft and pulley wheel are split to reduce drag while creaser wheel is in use.
• Larger wheels on cutting system to make cutting much smoother.

The 'drywall or plaster' is a common debate, they both have their advantages and disadvantages but which is better? Well the answer depends on many factors and  personal preferences. Most older buildings are plastered, with that considered, those who prefer a more vintage/old fashioned looking home would be pro plaster. Drywall provides a more seamless look and is found in almost all newer homes.

The second main factor that makes Drywall so popular is because it is relatively inexpensive compared to plaster. It is mainly inexpensive because almost any level of professional can install drywall, whereas plaster usually requires a specialist more specifically experienced in plaster. This would mean that the labor rate would be much higher, hence making plaster wall a more expensive project.

The main factor that