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There’s one thing that Professional Tradesmen and Women can’t do without if they want to get their jobs done properly – Healthy Hands!
Read More »Snickers Workwear’s NEWEST Work Gloves For Healthy Hands
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Snickers’ Work Gloves For Healthy Hands
There’s one thing that Professional Tradesmen and Women can’t do without if they want to get their jobs done properly – Healthy Hands!
Read More »Real Deals For You: Scan Xtremity Work Gloves
Skill Builder has once again teamed up with Real Deals for You to take a look at a selection of products from their Christmas campaign. In the fourth instalment of this series Roger Bisby takes a look at the Scan Xtremity Work Gloves. Real Deals for You is a year-round campaign run by one of Europe’s leading hand and power …
Read More »Gloves standard set to change
During the second half of 2016, a new version of EN388, the mechanical hazards standard for protective gloves will be published. One of the key changes to the standard is that it will now include back of the hand protection and it should make it easier to identify which gloves offer which level of protection. From 21 April 2018, new …
Read More »Globus enhances chemical-resistant gloves range
Hand protection specialist Globus has enhanced its range of chemical-resistant gloves with the launch of SKYTEC Nero – combining chemical and mechanical protection with comfort, dexterity and grip. The new SKYTEC Nero not only protects workers against water-based chemicals but also delivers abrasion and tear resistance performance. The result is a natural-rubber glove ideal for heavy-duty handling, processing and maintenance …
Read More »Product review: Polyco Gloves
A lot of building workers, me included, struggle to do a job wearing gloves. My hands bear testament to the fact. These days it is more or less taken out of your hands, if the site rule is that you wear them then you wear them. But if you are going to wear them you might as well wear some …
Read More »Lead Flashing Broke All the Building Codes | James Is Back to Fix It!
Buy one of James’ T-shirts! 👇 🛒 https://www.builders-tee.com Awful lead flashing in need of repair! James is back for a one-off job. ____________________________________________ Mastering Exterior Lead Flashing Repairs Repairing exterior lead flashing is a task that typically involves several careful steps to ensure both the effectiveness of the repair and the safety of the person performing the work, especially considering …
Read More »How to Move a Door Frame Over ~ DIY Guide
Moving a door frame in an old Victorian house can be challenging due to these buildings' age and construction style. The process involves several steps, including removing the existing frame, cutting out old bricks, constructing new stud work, and finishing with plaster.
Read More »Replacing Broken Glass ~ £250 DIY Money Saver
Replacing the glass in an old sash window can be a meticulous but manageable process, replace broken window glass and save £250 with this DIY job.
Read More »Mouldy Shower Cured For Good
Tired of cleaning the same mouldy corner? Standard cleaners can often just hide the symptoms. Dryzone dual-action Mould Treatment Pack immediately cleans mould and protects from further infestation by destroying the mould organism and spores.
Read More »How To Build A Garden Veranda To Help Transform Your Home
Building a garden veranda is a great idea. Overseeing the project yourself can be empowering, too, giving you a big confidence boost.
Read More »Wood Burning Should Not Cost You An Arm or Leg
The heat and ambience provided by wood burning, are all the more enjoyed when injury is avoided. Roger looks at chainsaw safety.
Read More »5 Ways to Avoid Injury During DIY Work
DIY is a fulfilling and pleasant hobby for many people around the UK. However, it can also come with its attendant dangers, so avoid injury!
Read More »Keep Your Hands Comfortable and Protected
Snickers Workwear now has an extensive collection of Work Glove styles in a wide range of sizes, developed for different workplaces and tasks.
Read More »How to Remove Humidity from Your Furniture and Textiles for Proper Moisture Control
Humidity can lead to issues in your home. Mould and mildew are more prevalent in homes with high humidity levels or improper moisture control.
Read More »Tegera Anti-Vibration Glove Won Best In Test
24 Anti-Vibration gloves were put through their paces and pitted some of the most respected brands and gloves on the market against each other.
Read More »Snickers Workwear New ALLroundWork Jackets and Gilets
These new ALLroundWork Jackets and Gilets are just what the name suggests – delivering great all-round performance on-site with a Ripstop water-resistant outer fabric and a coated inner fabric for extra durability.
Read More »Triton TGEOS Geared Random Orbital Sander Review
No sooner do we all get used to a random orbit and then the Triton TGEOS Geared Eccentric Orbital Sander comes out with 'eccentric' orbit.
Read More »How to Easily Remove Shower Mould – Top Life Hacks
This is a brilliant little life hack that will remove shower mould and kill ugly black marks.
Read More »Stay warm on site with body mapping workwear
A change of season means a change of focus on what you wear on site. With this in mind, Snickers FLEXIWork, RUFFWork, LITEWork and ALLROUND Workwear is said to ensure you keep your cool when the heat is on or stay warm and comfortable when the temperature drops. Interweaving 37.5 Technology fabric into Snickers’ working clothes means that you’ve got …
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