Hidden Gems
A list of our favourite products, tools and services that aren't necessarily recommended by tradesman but are still a must buy or try! See below all our Product reviews for the building trade!
That Rapid Blu-Stuff
A fantastic more wallet friendly alternative to loctite 577, that rapid blu stuff has changed everything for us. Our tool box no Longer contains traditional PTFE. We use this for any threaded joints and a good paste for our olives.
You no longer run the risk of splitting fittings and talk about peace of mind for any leaks we haven't had a threaded joint leak with this yet!
Erbauer ECDT18-Li-2 Combi drill
It was this drills power that first attracted us to it, up to 120Nm of hard torque! But once we used it we realised its not just power! An all metal gearbox, fantastic build quality and great battery life. This drill competes and beats its best competitors.
This Combi drill is a must buy and its price tag is a fraction of its big brand counter parts!
Black Mamba Nitrle gloves
Wearing gloves at work has never been something we liked to do, we like to feel what we are doing however your hands do start to pay the price!
The only gloves that didn't compromise feeling were latex gloves but they didn't last a minute as a tradesman. Black Mamba gloves changed that for us, super durable outdent compremise feeling these are now a staple part of our daily working life.
Ultra grime wipes
I literally don't know how we coped without these wipes! We didn't think it was possible to love a wipe but it turns out it is...
Bigger, wetter ,stronger their slogan is a perfect desciption of what makes these wipes so amazing.
Another staple part of our working life, used for hands, tools , floors , van dashboard and even our trainers at home. Any cleaning job these are the product we reach for!
Mcalpine Redback kneepads
What a game changer these are! Say goodbye to the sweaty knees you get from traditional knee pads, these are super comfy and super light weight and I don't think we'll ever try another knee pad again!
Also available in a kneeling mat and a strap on knee pad so no matter your preference redbacks are the one!
Marxman Marker
Getting a pencil or pen through the hole at the back of the cistern, or in between the narrow wetwall profile to mark the tiles is one of the struggles we all know!
Having a Marxman Marker means you never have to feel this pain again. The 'pen' shoots a small Temporary jet of green paint up to 45mm.
This is definitely one product you need to give a try!
Perflex Grout
This one is for the bathroom installers!
The product is like no other, the installation method being completely new to most people, including us. But after the first use, it was so easy, we felt like Perflex veterans!
With a range of colors to choose from, finishing your mitres has never been as easy.
The grout also has the perks of being completely waterproof, scratch-proof, and so easily cleaned with a simple wipe, making white finally an acceptable colour for a floor!
If you haven't tried Perflex yet, you need to! It really is a Hidden Gem!
Don't forget to add the tool kit for your first time! (its worth it!)
Bullfix plasterboard fixings
Bullfix plasterboard fixings
Bullfix plasterboard fixings
Do you complete want peace of mind when fixing heavy items to a stud wall? Look no further than Bullfix! Say goodbye to unintentionally ripping huge holes in plasterboard, and forget about needing specialist tools. We highly recommend purchasing the starter kit, which includes everything you need to make fixing to plasterboard a worry-free process!
Grip It Plasterboard fixings
Bullfix plasterboard fixings
Bullfix plasterboard fixings
We were torn between two options so it was only right to add them both!, but with Grip it plasterboard fixings, we found the perfect balance between cost and functionality for our daily needs. These fixings come in different colors and weights, so you can choose the right one for your specific needs without always resorting to the strongest version. Plus, we appreciate the simplicity of using just one part to fit in the wall. It makes the whole process much more convenient and hassle-free.
Lag-it
Bullfix plasterboard fixings
Lag-it
Lagit makes a mundane easy task 10x better! It allows you to trust your apprentice with it so you never have to lag again! Getting the 90s, 45's and tees perfect every time this tool is a must in your tool bag!
What about this hidden gem of a supplier!
Macdonalds plumbing supplies
This Scotland based plumbing suppliers 100% deserves a place on our hidden gem list! Offering Speedy UK wide delivery, with a mission that aligns with ours which we love so much, to increase plumbers profits. They certainly do that! How they offer products at the prices they do we will never know, you just can't get some of our favourite products cheaper anywhere else!
Macdonalds plumbing supplies is a must try for all Tradespeople !