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by EdwardThirlwall
Mon Nov 17, 2014 2:45 am
Forum: Getting Paid
Topic: 7 day invoice
Replies: 5
Views: 29153

Re: 7 day invoice

It really depends on the size of the job undertaken. If it is a small paint job, then 7 days is pretty rational and a common timeframe. However, if it involves a much bigger area like a storage facility or other commercial locations, then progress payment methods are highly advisable. This is especi...
by EdwardThirlwall
Tue Jul 22, 2014 5:23 am
Forum: Trouble-shooting
Topic: Getting Paint Out Of Rugs
Replies: 5
Views: 25748

Re: Getting Paint Out Of Rugs

I am literally cringing when I see that photo of pain on the carpet! It gives me the shivers it does! And because I've got kids at home, it really isn't a surprise that something like this is a regular occurrence! That's why I keep solvents in storage back home in Sydney. Of course with kids around,...
by EdwardThirlwall
Tue Jul 22, 2014 5:22 am
Forum: Painting Community
Topic: New Forum Poster: Men in White
Replies: 3
Views: 540573

Re: New Forum Poster: Men in White

That's excellent Rohan, and a great reminder! I think that no matter what industry we come from (I'm in self storage in Sydney) we can always do our part to do something about helping the environment. Especially as managers and owners of our company, I believe the rest of the staff look to us to tak...
by EdwardThirlwall
Tue Jul 15, 2014 3:35 am
Forum: Green Painting
Topic: Water-based Sealer-undercoats
Replies: 3
Views: 18464

Re: Water-based Sealer-undercoats

Thank you to globaldecorating for recommending Taubmans Acrylic plaster sealer. I have been looking for a good product for my storage shed too, to keep it under the weather. We first thought of fixing it up with a clear plastic sheet but it was too much of a hassle. A primer sealer would be better a...