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Cracks, bumps, and rough spots…oh my! As a tradesman, you can probably spot a botched plastering job from 50 meters. It takes skill and an artistic touch to create a smooth, unnoticeable plaster surface. But to do this, you need the right tools and supplies. Check out this article for a professional contractor’s checklist of […]

Australia’s construction and maintenance franchises earn one billion in revenue each year. If your business has invested in a high-pressure water cleaning system, then you have a handy tool ready for boosting your income. What’s so handy about water pressure cleaners? They’re great for cleaning off difficult stains from construction projects. They’re also one of […]

Polished concrete is a hot trend in residential and commercial flooring. It’s a sleek, modern look that’s affordable, durable, and easy to maintain. It has an industrial vibe. Yet, thanks to vibrant dyes concrete floors can be any color from deep blue to bright red. Designers are choosing polished concrete floors for restaurants, spas, and retail spaces. It’s […]

You’re climbing your extension ladder to get to the roof to do a job when all of a sudden it buckles from under you and you fall onto the pavement below. Luckily you weren’t too high up yet when the ladder collapsed so you didn’t get as hurt as badly you could have. When you […]

Keeping things straight from the beginning is important in any construction job, whether it be large or small. We’ve all tried to take a few steps back and try to guess what looks even, but that can lead to awful results. Like many projects, it is all about having the right tools at the right […]

As a professional tradie, you know the golden rule: Bad equipment equals bad results. As you evaluate your business needs for 2019, you might be considering adding a chainsaw to your list. Choosing power equipment always comes down to the question, should you go with petrol or electric? Chainsaws are no different and there are pros […]

Mixing concrete and cement is a job which takes hand tools that need to be as tough as the one using them. The right concrete tools are ones that are built to last even under heavy loads and tough usage. The right trowel is going to be made of metal of enough thickness and have a handle […]

We have now well and truly reached 2020. The streamers are safely tucked away in the bin along with the empty champagne bottles from New Year’s Eve. So, will this be a big year for your trade business? With the proper diligence, there is no reason why it can’t be your most notable year yet. […]

In 2015, Australia saw many injuries at construction sites. Thirty percent of those injuries were due to pushing, pulling, or lifting objects. Some equipment, like power tools, are dangerous for obvious reasons. But most things without a motor, like wheelbarrows, can seem harmless. But, it’s still possible to injure yourself while using a wheelbarrow. That’s why […]

Construction is the third most dangerous job in Australia. With 35 fatalities in 2016 and 13,000 serious claims, Australian construction workers walk a dangerous line. And while falls are the most common killer of construction workers, according to safe work Australia they aren’t the only cause for mayhem on a construction site. Electrocution, burns, suffocation […]

More individuals than ever are taking control of their own destiny and starting their own business. In times like these, with major layoffs and big businesses providing less job security while demanding more from their employees, it makes a lot of sense to become your own boss. You spend more awake hours at work than […]

The construction sector is one of the oldest industries in the world, and it’s constantly changing. In order to stay successful, you have to be able to adapt to these changes. It’s important that you stay up to date on the newest industry trends coming down the pipeline. We’ve gathered together ten of the construction […]

There are a few rules that should be in place when cutting with a diamond blade. They go as follows: 1. Have a Plan Measure at least three times when marking your cutting line. Also, consider if there will be rebar (steel re-enforcement) embedded within the material you are cutting, as well as any gas […]

Brick hammers are an essential tool for a mason’s kit. They are the most effective tool when it comes to fulfilling a range of duties on the worksite. Brick hammers are the perfect tool for a variety of hardscaping projects. They are one of the most commonly used tools by professional brickies and can be […]

Construction has proven to be one of the most lucrative and stable types of businesses throughout the years. You may be interested in how to start a contracting business that you can grow and profit from. But first, you need to know the basics so you can do it right. There are definitely some essential […]

Laying brick after brick can be tiresome work, especially when the hot months come around. With residential construction continuing to rise in popularity there is a growing demand for bricklayers. But, making sure you can complete the bricklaying job easily and without detriment to the health of staff or the environment is important. Many bricklaying […]

A core drill is a specific drill designed to remove a cylinder of material, from a solid surface. So it is does a similar job to that of a hole saw but is used on harder or thicker material. The material that is left inside the core drill bit is called the “core”. What is […]

Masonry drill bits are a variation of the twist drill bit. The difference is that masonry drill bits are made up of a softer form of steel, and strong tungsten carbide is brazed into the steel section to create the cutting edges. Masonry drill bits are typically used with a hammer drill, which forces the […]

Working with wet concrete is a fine balance between timing and having the correct tools on-hand for the job. Once concrete has been poured, no one wants to turn around and find that they’re short of an essential tool in order to get the job done on time. While there are numerous high-tech power tools […]

With $30 billion being spent by the construction industry every year, it’s clear that the industry is booming. With any boom, things get more competitive and the pressure on a construction business to have the best tools and equipment has intensified. No matter what the size of your business is, you need to have the […]