Found rust after winter? From light surface rust to heavier corrosion, we look at the right preparation methods, abrasives and rust treatments to get steel ready for painting and help...
Matt Piggin
Learn how to restore dull, scratched and oxidised aluminium with the Renegade Aluminium Mini Kit. We cover surface preparation, cutting, colouring and polishing for a clean, high shine finish.
Matt Piggin
No single respirator filter is right for every job. The best choice depends on the hazards, the environment and the type of work you're doing.
Matt Piggin
CCM Water Based Line Marking Paint is a premium acrylic coating designed for concrete and asphalt surfaces. It provides excellent durability, dries quickly and is easy to apply, making it...
Matt Piggin
For businesses looking to streamline their indoor glass cleaning, it may be time to retire the spray bottle and take a smarter approach.
Matt Piggin
Successful spray painting is about controlling the entire environment, not just the coating being applied.
Matt Piggin
Whether you're running an engineering workshop, fabrication business, automotive repair facility, paint shop, or home workshop, the colder months can impact both productivity and working conditions.
Matt Piggin
Welding Fume Extraction: Protecting Welders, Improving Air Quality, and Meeting Workplace Safety Requirements
Matt Piggin
When it comes to machine polishing, one of the most common questions detailers ask is whether a 15mm or 21mm orbit polisher is the better choice.
Matt Piggin
Renegade Pipe Dream Infused Polishing Pads have become popular because they make polished metal maintenance quicker and easier while still delivering professional results.
Matt Piggin
Why Infrared Diesel Heating Is Changing The Way Workshops Stay Warm Keeping workshops, warehouses and commercial spaces warm during winter can be difficult, especially in open or draughty environments where...
Matt Piggin
The Wagner SuperFinish SF21 Pro bridges the gap between DIY and professional spraying. Designed as an entry level trade machine, it delivers exceptional control, consistent coverage, and simple maintenance. With...
Matt Piggin
The GT Power GT9000ESi 9000W Inverter Generator delivers quiet, reliable power for NZ homes, worksites, and events. With smart throttle control, clean inverter output, and a robust 8kW engine, it’s...
Matt Piggin
Portable generators give you freedom and reliability wherever you need power. At Millin we stock trusted brands like GT Power, Tooline and Powertec, covering everything from light inverter units to...
Matt Piggin
Polishing mops (also known as buffing wheels) come in different constructions and densities, some are designed for use with handheld grinders doing edge buffing, while others as we are looking...
Matt Piggin
Flashing tape is a peel and stick waterproof shield, simple to apply, but critical for long term moisture control in building envelopes.
Matt Piggin
Sheet sanders being larger in size are typically used for industrial applications in the marine, automotive and furniture making industries. Their larger size makes them ideal for sanding bigger surfaces,...
Matt Piggin
An air-fed respirator delivers a continuous supply of clean, filtered, and pressurised air directly to the wearer, commonly used in spray painting, welding, woodworking, and industrial applications and are essential...
Matt Piggin
While traditional canvas drop sheets and plastic covers have long been go-to solutions, the Haydn Fleece Cover has quickly gained popularity among tradies, DIYers, and professional painters alike .
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But what exactly is the difference between diaphragm airless spray pump and piston airless spray pumps and which one is better for your project?
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Jumbo roller sleeves measure between 350mm & 460mm and are designed for speed and coverage, perfect for large surfaces such as walls, ceilings, floors, decks and industrial structures like tilt...
Matt Piggin
Because they specialise in vacuums Nilfisk designed the Bluetooth transmitter to fit on the hose at the end nearest the powertool. The clever Bluetooth technology recognises when a tool is...
Matt Piggin
Welders have evolved significantly over the last 10 years, thanks to improvements in technology, user expectations, and industry demands. Once in the not too distant past switching between MIG, TIG,...
Matt Piggin
Thanks to their high efficiency and fast coverage, airless spray guns are ideal for tackling large-scale jobs—such as painting roofs, walls, fences, and ceilings—where speed and productivity are essential.
Matt Piggin
There are few things more amazing than making a knife that you can keep for a lifetime and then pass on to future generations.
Matt Piggin
The Unger Vice Versa Window Washer is an example of German efficiency at its best, combining both a cleaning sleeve and rubber squeegee, there is no need to have two...
Matt Piggin
You can use an HVLP gun for any spray painting job you like, but they’re most commonly used for recoating aluminium joinery, wood and furniture finishing, interior finishing lines (architraves...
Matt Piggin
It’s critical to consider the location, size, temperature, and humidity of your space when you’re looking into commercial dehumidifiers. These measurements will determine what you need in terms of dehumidifier...
Matt Piggin
Both conventional and HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) spray painting systems offer three main styles of spray guns: gravity feed, suction feed, and pressure feed. These names refer to the...
Matt Piggin
Among the most essential gear is a high-quality welding helmet with a built-in respirator. If you're searching for a battery-powered 4 sensor auto-darkening welding helmet with a respirator, you're making...
Matt Piggin
We’re breaking down the, the difference between fibreglass and aluminium (a major consideration in the purchasing process) and outlining the pros and cons of each.
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Conventional Pressure Fed Spray Painting is the traditional system of Spray Painting and involves having an air compressor supplying compressed air to a paint source. When the trigger on the...
Matt Piggin
If you want to polish stainless steel you could use Scotch-brite however a better option maybe Trizact, if your application requires water then you will need a waterproof abrasive, for...
Matt Piggin
I am frequently asked what the differences are between the Wagner 18V Professional Pack and other Wagner Control Pro 300, which is much cheaper and sold through big box retailers...
Matt Piggin
The Wagner 18V Professional Spraypack has been designed for painters, providing ease of use, flexibility, efficiency and professional-grade results.
Matt Piggin
Designed to remove the gelcoat from fibreglass boats as well as to strip layers of damaged fibreglass, the Gel Peeler Pro is the ultimate professional repair tool for dealing with...
Matt Piggin
The possibilities of how to use the Lock Jaw tool holder are only limited to your imagination. It’s an easier way to pass tools to coworkers on scaffolding or tall...
Matt Piggin
As technology continues to advance, laser welders are expected to play an even bigger role in the future of welding. Their precision, speed, quality, and cost-effectiveness make them an attractive...
Matt Piggin
Hyde’s QuickReach Telescopic Spray Poles make it easy to extend the advantages of your airless spray unit to those high spots and to spaces you’d normally need a ladder to...
Matt Piggin
Polishing compounds always offer several options within each tool specific range, including high cut rate, high polish finishes and protective coats - using the right one makes the job so...
Matt Piggin
New To Spray Painting? - Learn With Water! It’s easier than you think, but like all things new, understanding and a bit of practice goes a longway.
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For example, if using a 517 and your spray fan is 150mm, you are too close. If it’s 350mm, you are too far away. Practise this with different tips if...
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Start moving the spray gun toward the surface you want to spray, timing the pulling of the trigger to start applying the water as you reach the surface.
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This is a speed test based on a ratio of 10sqm per litre. If you run out of water before spraying the area 9 times, you are going too slow...
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Pressure pots apply up to 80 pounds per square inch pressure to their contents, forcing out air bubbles and ensuring the result is smooth, crystal-clear and free of air pockets...
Matt Piggin
Solvent distillers - provide the solution for any business using solvent to recycle the waste product.
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The best party can easily be your worst nightmare especially when that glass of red wine gets knocked over
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Tool - Compound - Pad I recently spent a morning with the Global Director of Training for Rupes USA, Master Detailer Jason Rose. When you are being taught with the knowledge that Jason has,...
Matt Piggin
There is something reassuring when you walk into a mechanics shop and see a clean, organised work space, it gives instant confidence in the operator, the same is true of...
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So whatever you choose to do this labour weekend be safe especially in the sun!
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