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    refina mm30

    howdy! Long time Ok, so I have a little basket going on the Refina website, you know bits and bobs. I get to thinking about a new mixer, look at the reviews etc. I settle on a mm30, decide to have a look at price and realise I can grab one for less including the dreaded elsewhere, what gives ...
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    Happy times

    just thought I would Howdy ! and I am back :-)
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    3-5 day plastering courses

    Found out this afternoon brother in law has been teaching 3-5 day plastering courses at a local skills academy for 12 months! he kept that quiet At least there will be plenty of over skim work around in my area:RpS_thumbup: Some of things he told were hilarious. Also says people were coming...
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    moved threads?

    I've just noticed the ******** thread has been moved ? Whats the story with the ******** on here? Does it get moved into that dark area you boys with the required posts all talk about? or is that just a ruse to keep the new members posting?:RpS_unsure: Rock on !
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    100th post yay!

    100th post, Rock on!:RpS_lol:
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    For Plasterers looking to take on an Apprentice

    Ok. this is a serious post (makes a change) for all you spreads who would like an apprentice but figure the financial outlay is prohibitive. Lets be honest, we would all like a help now and then , it makes life easier. An apprentice can be a great asset or nightmare depending on the individual...
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    The alphabet game

    Ok, what I am proposing is a game, but not just any game. This game is an educational aid. Over the years it has become apparent that some spreads are better blessed than others in the numeracy and literacy areas. This has always P****d me off. What I want to do is address the situation. The...
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    Whats the score here?

    What I mean is if you look at the time stamps on the category threads for instance, no one has replied or started a thread for hours. Yet, there are I figure some of the most prolific posters logged on. Now I understand people leaving there machine etc for a beer, there tea and to take a s**t...
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    Missing Labourer, named John, F**ked off in 2004 leaving me in the s**t

    **please help** It was a particularly warm Autumn if I remember correctly. The project, a huge period barn conversion in the Peak District. Coming to the end of the contract, I felt quietly confident of a "proper result" ensuing. Throughout our journey John had been a treasure, I had regularly...
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    backing substrates and questions

    Hi, Ive had a look at the spec sheets etc I take it these finishing clays can be used on any form of floated backing too as well as board? or does it have to be applied to a specific type? I could finish sand/lime/ with this ? or will it react in any way? Do we have any prices? What is its...
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    Howdy !

    Just saying "howdy" to everyone. Been in the game 23 years."phew", hope I can contribute. Rock on !
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