RANGE REVIEW: AUTUMN & WINTER PREP


A ready to use, highly effective powerful action spray from BARRETTINE that kills and removes mould spores, fungus and algae from grouting, silicone seals and other damp areas. It has an anti-bacterial action which helps to prevent a re-growth and eliminates many fungal stains. It has a 360 degrees head for ease of use and giving accurate spray action for interior or exterior use. Moreover the Knockout brand is recognised for quality and has a comprehensive range of cleaners and unblockers at competitive prices, says Barrettine. n 117 960 0060 n sales@barrettine.co.uk


According to CENTURION, now is the perfect time to stock Warmseal Draught Exclusion products, which prevent heat loss and can help homeowners save up to 35% on heating bills. The range includes Double Glazing Films, Letterbox Draught Excluders, Covered Escutcheons and uPVC Self-adhesive Door and Window Seals, all come pre-packed and retail ready. Effective merchandising displays make retailers’ in-store offer stand out from the competition and a selection of free on loan merchandising units are available. Designed to increase customer engagement and boost sales, the units can be located in various positions around the store and provide a great opportunity to drive additional autumn and winter sales. If retailers don’t have room for a freestanding unit, Centurion area sales managers are able to develop bespoke planograms tailored to the retailer’s specific needs. Centurion has recently developed a website promoting the Warmseal brand to end users. The website shows customers the wide variety of Warmseal products available and there is also an instructional area designed to take the headache out of installing the products. The ‘Find Us’ section should be of particular interest to retailers as Centurion can list your business as one of the suppliers of Warmseal products. For more information, visit: www.draught- excluder.co.uk. n 01302 800262 n sales@centurioneurope.co.uk


VITREX Premier Underlay is an important tool when fitting underlay or wood flooring to ensure a professional finish. It easily absorbs minor floor imperfections and repels water so will not support mould growth, with the added benefit of Acoustic and Thermal insulation properties, says the company. Odourless and non-toxic, clean, dust free, easy to cut and light weight, it is fitter friendly and aids in quick and easy installation. The Vitrex range of Tools make light work of installation, including a Laminate Fitting Kit with expansion gap spacers, tapping block and wide angle pull bar. The Vitrex Laminate Cutter features plank supports and a long life blade which cuts laminate up to 200mm providing clean professional cuts. n 01283 245 430


20 DIY WEEK 07 SEPTEMBER 2018


As the days get shorter and darker, STAX is reminding independent retailers that it is time to begin preparing their product ranges to cater for their consumers’ needs during the winter months. Away goes the garden furniture and out comes the kindling and coal; at Stax Trade Centres there are a wide range of winter products. The wholesaler stocks “everything customers could possibly need to keep warm, and light up the darker nights.” Stax also offers what it describes as “the most comprehensive independent retailer support services available.” The Stax Winter Essentials promotion catalogue is available in branches now. n 01617 288000 n www.staxtradecentres.co.uk


Designed to act as a firelighter and kindling in one, FIREBUILDER is the answer to everyone’s fire lighting nightmares. Not only does it help create a cleaner and greener fire, it also reduces the cost of creating the fire, as additional kindling isn’t needed. We all love a wood burning stove at this time of year but some firelighters contain kerosene and /or paraffin which could release formaldehyde - a substance which has been classified as a human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Alternatives include natural firelighters made from 100% recycled materials, such as Firebuilder. n www.firebuilder.co.uk


Designed with convenience and durability in mind, PURDY prep tools can be trusted to perform on the toughest projects. The range of Putty and Joint Knives features high quality, carbon steel blades to make prep quick and easy. The full-length tang, which extends from the tip of the blade through the length of the handle, provides durability, while the hammer end adds versatility. For toolkit essentials, Purdy’s range of multi-tools have been designed to provide a wide range of features to make all key prep tasks easier. Encompassing screw drivers, scrapers, nail pullers, bottle, can openers and more, multi-tools allow the user to keep their toolkit light and succinct. n 0114 257 0849 n enquiry@ronseal.co.uk


FIREMIZER is a fuel-saving mesh grid that is scientifically proven to reduce the carbon foot-print of a wood burning stove or open fire by making the fuel last longer, whilst at the same time significantly reducing both particulate emissions and reducing dangerous creosote build-up in the flue or chimney. Independent testing has been completed by leading test-houses in Europe and the United States and the evidence states that particulate emissions are reduced by 72%, creosote build-up by 57% in addition to the CO2 reduction of 38% as a consequence of using less fuel in the first instance. n www.firemizer.com


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