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What will be said about you at your funeral?

Posted by Laurence de Wet on

What will be said about you at your funeral?

It’s a rainy Saturday morning as you slowly crawl out of bed – You had a rough night and a very hard week – your muscles ache after a week of sanding a pig of a pine floor, and hours on your knees are now evident as you slowly walk...

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Applying wood floor oil - Buffing alternative to Trowelling.

Posted by Cameron Flannagan on

Applying wood floor oil - Buffing alternative to Trowelling.

The flooring industry is full of layers, Sanders, sealers and cleaners who hold great pride in the work they carry out in this industry and are always out to help and give advice to others. Here at Ultimate Floor Care, we take pride in being a part of this industry...

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Pallmann Cobra Design Evolution

Posted by Cameron Flannagan on

Pallmann Cobra Design Evolution

Is yours out-dated, and would it work better and save you time with a few inexpensive modern upgrades?​ By Simon Gallaway of Ultimate Floor Care​ How old is your Pallmann Cobra? Chances are, if it’s nearing 10 years old, or it has “Frank” written on it in bold, or any of the...

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Becoming a Bona Certified Craftsman:

Posted by Tracey Gilbey on

Becoming a Bona Certified Craftsman:

Are you passionate about creating beautiful and long-lasting hardwood floors? Do you want to take your flooring skills to the next level? Becoming a Bona Certified Craftsman might be the perfect path for you. In this article, we'll explore what it means to be a Bona Certified Craftsman and how...

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🏉 Winning by a Point: Creating Loyal Fans for your Wood Floor Sanding Business Just Like the Rugby World Cup Final 🏉

Posted by Tracey Gilbey on

🏉 Winning by a Point: Creating Loyal Fans for your Wood Floor Sanding Business Just Like the Rugby World Cup Final 🏉

  Rugby fans are among the most passionate and loyal supporters you'll find anywhere. The recent Rugby World Cup final between South Africa and New Zealand was a nail-biting display of skill, determination, and sportsmanship, with South Africa narrowly clinching victory by a single point. It was a game that...

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The Pros and Cons of Pine Wood Flooring

Posted by Tracey Gilbey on

The Pros and Cons of Pine Wood Flooring

Want to empower your clients to make the right choices for them when it comes to Pine Flooring? Then, have a read of this article and be armed with the pros and cons of pine wood flooring.   Ever wandered through a rustic cabin, marvelling at the rich warmth of...

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Popular Wood Floor Colours for 2023

Posted by Tracey Gilbey on

Popular Wood Floor Colours for 2023

When you're looking at popular wood floor colours for 2023, you have to consider a number of things. Ever looked down and felt the comforting embrace of a warm, honey-toned wood floor under your feet? Or marvelled at how a cool grey wood flooring can turn an ordinary room into...

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Pallmann Spider Triple Plate Pads: What Order Do They Go On?

Posted by Cameron Flannagan on

Pallmann Spider Triple Plate Pads: What Order Do They Go On?

Any machine's overall performance, especially in floor sanding, is down to the correct information and machine setup. In the same way, on a belt sander, you can increase or decrease the drum pressure to help with more or less aggression. You can do the same for the Pallmann Spider. There...

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New: Carpet, Upholstery and Rug Protector's

Posted by Tracey Gilbey on

New: Carpet, Upholstery and Rug Protector's

Welcome to the world of Fiber ProTector. It's not quite magic, but it does a cracking job of protecting fabrics from life's mishaps. If you are looking for a new protector to convince your customers they need to spend a little more for the best result, then this is 100%...

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A Comprehensive Guide to Bona Primers

Posted by Tracey Gilbey on

A Comprehensive Guide to Bona Primers

If you're a contractor in the flooring world, you understand that achieving the perfect finish is essential to leave a lasting impression on your clients. That's where Bona, a trusted name in the flooring industry, steps in with its range of primers. This comprehensive guide dives into everything you need...

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Tile Master Cleaner 1-4 for Your Stone Floor Cleaning Projects

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Tile Master Cleaner 1-4 for Your Stone Floor Cleaning Projects

Welcome to a comprehensive guide on Ultimate Floor Care's new products, "Tile Master Cleaner 1-4," for all your stone floor cleaning projects. If you specialise in stone floor cleaning in the United Kingdom, they made these versatile cleaning solutions to meet your needs. In this article, we will look at...

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How do you work out the cost of wood floor sanding and finishing?

Posted by Tracey Gilbey on

How do you work out the cost of wood floor sanding and finishing?

Attention, fellow contractors in the wood floor restoration business! As you gear up to transform worn-out wooden floors into stunning masterpieces, one crucial aspect deserves your attention: pricing your services. Navigating the landscape of wood floor sanding and finishing costs might seem like a complex task, but fear not –...

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