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Monthly Archives: March 2019

  1. Walls & Ceilings International - Grand Opening & Website Launch!

    So if you didn't know already, or don't follow us on socials or our newsletter, you won't know that we have two sister companies Flex Tools UK and Walls & Ceilings International! 

    Flex Tools UK makes us the leading supplier in the UK for the Flex brand and their amazing tools. We also sell them at the very best prices and offer a wide range of spare parts you may not be able to find elsewhere.

    Walls & Ceilings International was set up to offer construction professionals and industry experts a wide range of fittings, plasterboard, insulation, fixtures, tools and much more to the construction industry who work on a scale that can be of any size, and industry professionals and businesses that have a high demand for larger scale orders.

    We offer free delivery guaranteed to be with you in 24 hours, and can work to large orders as well as small.

    That

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  2. Drywall Flat Box - Should You Use One?

    If you're about to embark on a drywall project or you are a beginner in the drywall industry it can be quite overwhelming to know which tools you will need, what is essential and what isn't. Getting the right kit is essential for the ability and quality of the drywall task at hand.

    Today we are looking at drywall flat boxes, and whether they're essential, whether they're worth the hype or if they aren't necessary at all.

    If you are new to the drywall industry you will be pleased to know that there are a tonne of automated tools available to help you to get the job done with ease, efficiency and to a high standard. Drywall flat boxes are one automated tool that could make your job much easier.

    What is a drywall flat box?

    When you have put up your drywall, the next step is to cover the joints between the boards, you can do this successfully with a combination of tape and joint compound, which will encourage a smooth finish across the entire surface.

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  3. Health & Safety: Top Tips For Plasterers

    Health & Safety should be the main priority for anybody working in the construction industry - considering most workplace deaths are in the construction industry.

    Construction sites are a dangerous place to be for plasterers and it is something that should not be taken lightly. Taking your time and making sure you do your job in the safest way possible is of the highest importance, and with our top tips for plasterers, you can stay as safe as possible whilst maintaining a high performance in your craft.

    PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

    All plasterers are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when carrying out any job - big or small. This usually includes an odour mask, shoes that are suitable for use on ladders and protective eye wear that are designed to protect

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  4. Product Review: Flex Random Orbital Polisher

    Flex is one of our number one brands at Drywall Tools Direct, and we actually are the sister brand to Flex Tools UK, so we have some great knowledge on the Flex tools and have a great insight into which tools you should be keeping your eye on in the industry.

    The Flex Random Orbital Polisher is a popular component in any drywall and plasterers toolkit. It is a positive-drive orbital polisher with VR microprocessor control. It has tachogenerator constant speed control and a continuous speed control trigger.

    The Flex Random Orbital Polisher has created a dual system that offers rotary and random orbital movements, the Orbital Polisher offers practically a very similar advancement of cutting performance as any other traditional rotary polisher, however presenting much fewer risks than what you would usually

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