The TBS Blog

It’s been a mild winter so far, but that could change any time. If you have open fires or a stove, our TBS Towcester branch stocks various solid fuels at competitive prices.

Traditional House Coal comes in 20kg bags. Perfect for that warm glow of a fire in your grate.

Locally-sourced Seasoned Hardwood Logs come in two sizes: a small net and a big bag. Ideal for open fires or wood-burning stoves.

Incidentally, TBS also sells wood-burning stoves…!

So keep cosy this winter with some quality solid fuels.

Looking for the best way to remove stubborn marks? TBS may have the answer you need: Wonder Wipes, from Everbuild. They’ve become the first choice wipe of the nation’s builders and tradesmen.

Just look at what these beauties can do! They’re specially formulated to clean hands, tools and surfaces from all sorts of nasties:

wet and semi-cured paint      sealants      polyester fillers

adhesives      bitumen      polyurethane      expanding foam

oil and grease      silicone      epoxy resins

They are particularly useful when there is no water on site.

Wonder Wipes will also remove finger marks, dirt, grime, oil, grease, petrol, inks, and food stains.  At TBS we clean our counters with them.

Wonder Wipes contain lanolin and vitamin E to condition skin and prevent dryness and cracking, there is no need to rinse hands after use.

And that’s not all! Wonder Wipes now contain a powerful anti-bacterial additive that is tested by an independent laboratory to BSEN 1276:1997 and BSEN 12054:1995 – the standards for killing bacteria on dirty surfaces and hands. They are resistant to MRSA, salmonella, Listeria and E.Coli. You can even read the lab report if you want!

TBS sell Wonder Wipes in dispensing tubs of 100. They’re multi-use, so you can return a wipe to the container if it still has plenty of life left in it.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Wonder Wipes should not be used on porous surfaces such as untreated wood.

At last! The long-awaited PRICE REDUCTIONS on flex and cable have arrived at all TBS branches.

We’ve listened to customer feedback and found you a much better deal. We are now competitive on price in these products, so give us a try!

 
These reductions apply to the following products, whether you buy a full reel or cut lengths:

Flat Twin & Earth                Flat 3 Core and Earth

Bell Wire                                  Twin Flex Cable

Heat-Resistant Cable               Satellite Cable

Earth Cable and Sleeving

You can find further details of our range and prices here.

We look forward to serving you at TBS – the company that listens.

Cordless power - forget the extension leads

While the winter holds off, it might be your chance to think of your fences or your shed. When were they last given some protective care and attention? If it’s longer than 5 years, you probably need to get them re-done.

TBS stocks traditional brush-on woodstains and protectors, but we’ve recently brought in Ronseal Fencelife Sprayable. It’s the quick and easy way to give thorough, lasting protection to your fences and your shed.

The Ronseal Power Sprayer uses a 6v powered motor for consistent pressure and even coverage. It boasts a precision fan nozzle for accurate and controlled spray pattern.  The control trigger is engineered for ease of control.

The sprayer has a convenient 2m hose. Clip straight on to a tub of Fencelife Sprayable and away you go. No pumping, no pouring, no mess!  The Power Sprayer’s batteries are good for the treatment of up to 40 fence panels, at around 2 minutes per panel.

TBS stocks a range of popular colours

Ronseal Sprayable Fencelife comes in 5 litre tubs. It is wax-enriched for maximum protection. It protects against fading too.

TBS stocks the following popular colours:

Dark Oak     Forest Green     Harvest Gold     Medium Oak     Red Cedar

Sprayable Fencelife is touch-dry in 1-2 hours, depending on the type and condition of the timber.

Ronseal guarantees 5 years of excellent, durable protection to your fences – which means peace of mind for you!

The corrosion-free BioDisc

If your home is in a remote location, it’s likely that it won’t be connected to the main sewage network. It almost certainly has a septic tank, where sewage waste is not just collected but also treated.

But is yours nearing the end of its working life? Or, if you’re planning a new build, are you looking for the best option? TBS is pleased to be trading with Klargester, a market leader in waste water management. They produce top-market products that are environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing.

The Klargester BioDisc offers a high-performance, low-maintenance system that turns household liquid waste into a clear, odourless fluid that meets the rigorous quality standards demanded by local authorities.

The BioDisc uses rotating discs, powered by a quiet and low-voltage motor, to aid the bacterial process which breaks down the waste. It is robustly constructed from corrosion free materials which help ensure the long life of the system.

The Bio Disc has the lowest running and maintenance costs of all treatment plants in its class.

A Septic Tank with Aeration Chamber

The Klargester SuperSeptic Tank is a new-generation product that combines a traditional tank with a small air pump, which can be located above ground and up to 13 metres away.

The function of the air is to oxygenate the waste, which speeds the process of it being broken down by bacterial action. It also has the effect of sharply reducing any odour.

Bacterial action breaks down solid waste into a natural liquid, which flows out into the garden or field. No pollution, and no danger to pets or farm animals.

The SuperSeptic tank is easy to install and is robustly built to withstand pressure from the soil. It has a discreet 600 x 600mm opening with pedestrian duty cover. The operating cost of the aeration pump is less than that of one 60w bulb.

Our Sales staff at any TBS branch will be happy to advise you further – and offer you some competitive prices!

Have you got mortar stains or encrusted cement to remove? Are you concerned about the environment? TBS have got the answer for you.

CEMSTRIP, from Everbuild, is  a new type of cement, concrete and mortar stain remover. It is non-hazardous in transport, storage and use. It’s also fully biodegradable, unlike many traditional cement removers, which are based on hydrochloric adic and are lethal to bio-organisms if tipped down the drain.

Cemstrip will also remove salts and efflorescence from the surface of brick or stone. It is a very effective general cleaner for removing ingrained dirt, grease and stains from paths and patios.

Cemstrip is ideal for removing fresh or semi-cured cement from paths, patios and walls. Use it for removing cement from hand tools like trowels, or from mixer paddles and even cement mixers.

TBS stocks Cemstrip in a 5 litre bottle or a 1 litre spray. It is a highly concentrated formula that can be diluted by up to 10 times with water to suit a variety of applications.

NOTE: Cemstrip is unsuitable for use on marble, travertine or granite, or on coloured, cement-based pavers.

We’ve just had some feedback on how the TBS Blog has done in 2011. You can read about it by clicking here.

It shows that the number of ‘hits’ has gone from an average of around 15 a day at the start of the year to near enough 30 a day by the year end. People from several continents have tuned in – but we can’t promise to deliver to Canada!

Still, it all goes to show that we’re improving our service to our customers, and that increasing numbers of you find our product information useful. We like that.

We thought you’d like to know!

The management and staff at TBS wish to thank all our customers for your support throughout the year.

Have a good break, and we look forward to serving you in 2012.

Expertly combines power and light weight

Fancy giving yourself a present AND supporting an important charity at the same time? TBS is proud to be supporting an initiative from leading UK power tool manufacturer, Makita.

They have chosen Breast Cancer Care as their charity for 2012.  They hope to raise £50,000 to support people affected by breast cancer.

With this in mind, Makita are launching a new limited-edition drill, available from 21st October 2011. They pledge to donate £5 for every one sold.

The drill is a pink version of the DF330D Li-ion, 10.8v drill driver, complete with one 1.3Ah Li-ion battery, fast charger, drill bit set and bag. This is a popular model with professional construction workers. It is also small, compact and easy to handle – ideal for DIYers who want to get busy around the home. A good choice for the ladies too!

You can find out more about the drill and Makita’s charity pledge here.

TBS is offering the drill for ONLY £75.99 + VAT. So do yourself a favour – and support a worthy cause.

Not enjoying the long dark nights and cold blasts of winter? You can always dream of the home improvements you might make next Spring.

What a difference a patio can make! A place to sit with friends and family on those dreamy Summer evenings. If you already have a patio, is it looking old and shabby?

How about some decking? Garden decking can enhance garden features, and can extend a house into a garden. It’s a practical way to overcome issues that make landscaping difficult, such as bad drainage or a sloping garden. It’s amazing how many kinds of decking you can buy these days: redwood, non-slip, grass effect, you name it.

At TBS Southam we have a new, purpose-built display of these products. Click on the picture above to enlarge it.

On display you will find:

Natural stone and decorative stone paving slabs and block paving from Brett Landscaping and Pavestone,

Different kinds of decking from Finnforest,

Attractive balustrades, rails and spindles from Richard Burbidge.

The display can’t cover everything, of course. Things like patio packs and paving circles are not on display but are readily available.

So if you’re in the Southam area, come along and have a look. Our Sales staff will be happy to assist you with advice, product information and some competitive prices.