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Flip cup art by Artist Miranda

We have recently teamed up with the very talented Artist Miranda to help show you some handy tips and tricks on how to create your very own flipcup acrylic paint pour art piece! Miranda, who goes by Artist Miranda on Instagram, is known for making beautiful paint pouring’s. If you’re one of those that wants […]

Boat engine

As the weather gets colder and you inevitably get out on the water less often, it’s worth preparing your boat engine if it’s going to stand idle in long term storage. For some, dealing with your boat engine can seem a little bit daunting and so you may try to do as little as possible […]

Deks Olje D1 and D2 on a yacht

There are different types of boat varnish on the market and it can be confusing as to which one you should use. Our handy guide will break everything down and help you choose the right varnish for you. Why should I varnish my wood? The short answer is to protect it from being subjected to […]

Our customer Dale had a faded Sunset Trail Reserve RV that was in need of restoration. He decided to use Polytrol and was so happy with the results he shared with us some before and after pictures. As you can see, the sun had faded the surface and made it dry and chalky looking. Dale […]

Our happy customer, Terry, shared with us these amazing before and after pictures of their faded garage doors. They were in need of restoration and so Terry decided to use Polytrol; our popular color restoring oil. As you can see, the Nevada sun had badly damaged the door. The color was very pale and it […]

Kitchen after arch close up

You may have seen the current trend of painted arches and wondered how to achieve the look in your own home. So, we’re here to show you just how easy it is! Take a look at our step-by-step guide to learn all about how to create a painted arch. Supplies Tape measure String Pencil Level […]

Outdoor furniture covered in snow

Fall is the perfect time to start thinking and planning how about how you intend to protect your garden furniture come the harsh Winter months. Storage If at all possible you should consider storing your furniture in a shed, garage or any other outbuilding over Winter. This will drastically improve the risk of any moisture-related […]

top 10 essential tools your tool box needs

When most people think of essential tools for their toolbox, they may think, “measuring tape, hammer and a level”. While this is a good start, there are many other essential items you should also have in your kit. Whether you’re a D.I.Y-er or professional, take a look and see what tools we recommend to make […]

sand your walls

As we always say, preparation is key! Behind every good paint job is good preparation. Today we are going to share our top 5 tips on how we recommend you prep your walls for painting. 1) Removing wallpaper If you are planning to remove wallpaper and instead paint your walls, there are a couple of […]

Protect your bike chain with Transyl

Ensuring your bike has the best protection possible need not be a difficult task. To keep your bike chain in tip-top condition, we recommend using Owatrol Transyl. Transyl is a multi-purpose oil that is used in many industries for many different tasks but is commonly used for its lubricating and releasing qualities. Due to its […]