Jul 2010: Grab a great value trowel
Great value, trade quality finishing trowels by Wallboard Tools.
Our new range includes both straight and curved trowels in 200mm and 280mm. They are available in both stainless steel, indicated by red grips and carbon steel, which have black grips. The final member of the range is a 355mm, stainless steel straight trowel.
All new trowels are packaged in practical and attractive retail hang sleeves.
Jun 2010: Trim-Tex Data Sheets
Trim-Tex Data Sheets are available now in the Tech Info section under installation.
The Product Data Sheets contain profile information as well as installation guidelines and helpful diagrams.
Get the most out of your Trim-Tex product by downloading the data sheet today.
May 2010: The Shorty Handle.
Have a close encounter of the Tapepro kind.
The new 600mm Flat Box Handle is now available.
It's perfect for out of position or confined spaces, scaffold work or just to feel more comfortable running horizontal joints.
Grab one today!
Apr 2010: New Video - The Hawk Holder.
A video demonstrating the revolutionary hawk holder is now available in the videos section.
The Hawk Holder frees up both hands when patching. Use the Hawk Holder on a belt or nail bag when working on ladders or scaffolding as a secure and convenient resting place for your Hawk.
The Hawk Holder is available now from Wallboard Tools.
Apr 2010: Now available from Wallboard Tools.
Check out the two latest editions to the Wallboard Tools range.
- 520 Cement Sheet Cutter - cuts sheet up to 10mm thick
- WS-3210 Cornice Saw - 800mm long perfect for decorative or ornamental cornice
Find these new products in the Hand Tools section under 'Products'.
The 520 and WS-3210 are available now.
Mar 2010: Wallboard Tools Footy Tipping
Wallboard Tools Footy Tipping is back for 2010!
There are great prizes on offer this year for the winner of both the AFL and NRL comps including: A winners trophy, $500 Harvey Normal gift voucher and all important bragging rights.
To register for the Wallboard Tools NRL or AFL Footy Tipping competitions, please call Wallboard Tools Customer Service on 1300 653 177 for your personalised invitation.
Good luck and happy tipping.
Feb 2010: Introducing the Flat Applicator
Fill Flat Boxes and flat recess joints fast!
The new Flat Applicator is a simple and robust tool.
This innovative tool has been designed to fill flat recessed joints completely. It can also be used as a pump allowing you to draw compound straight out of a bucket to fill Flat Boxes and the Tapepro Mud Box.
The Flat Applicator can be purchased separately as the (FAN) or on the Compound Tube (FA-CT).
These great new Tapepro products are available now from Wallboard Tools.
Feb 2010: Blue 2 Flat Boxes
The Tapepro Flat Boxes have evolved.
The new Blue 2 Flat Boxes now sport a sleek new design thanks to low profile side plates while maintaining the same compound capacity. The other improvements are the inclusion of two actuator pins on every box, a light gauge spring and tighter teeth spacing on the ratchet for finer adjustments and more control over compound coverage.
The evolved Blue 2 Flat Boxes are available now.
Jan 2010: Wallpro Impact Driver - Power Packed
Wallpro's power packed Li-Ion Impact Driver is here!
The Wallpro 14.4 Volt Lithium-Ion Impact Driver has a rapid 2000RPM motor making a powerful framing tool.
The Impact Driver delivers 2000kg/cm torque and operates in both forward and reverse. It has both a built in LED job light as well as a convenient battery charge indicator.
All the Wallpro tools are covered by a comprehensive 12 month warranty.
The Impact Driver is available now from Wallboard Tools.
Dec 2009: Christmas Closing Times
All the staff at Wallboard Tools would like to wish you a Merry Christmas as well as a happy and safe New Year.
Wallboard Tools will be closing over the Christmas break.
The last day of shipping for 2009 will be Tuesday 22nd of December. Head office and all our warehouses will re-open on Monday 4th of January 2010.
Sep 2009: Wallpro - Lithium-Ion Performance
Wallpro's high performance lithium-ion tools are here.
The Wallpro 18 Volt Lithium-Ion Collated Screwgun has a rapid 4000RPM motor designed to cost effectively speed up the sheeting process.
The Wallpro Caulking Gun is packed with features and perfect for applying long, continuous beads of adhesive and caulk packaged in either sausages or cartridges.
All the Wallpro tools are covered by a comprehensive 12 month warranty and available now.
Sep 2009: Footy Tipping Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the 2009 NRL and AFL Footy Tipping Competitions.
NRL- Rob Taylor
- Ron Maihi
- Rob Hedrick
- Matthew Cole
- Leanne Dunnett
- Jim Swain
August 2009: MSDS Updates and a New Installation Guides
All MSDS sheets have been updated to meet amended Australian Requirements.
We have also added a new Installation Guides area for installation of the Trimtex Range. More guides will be added soon.
July 2009: Super Mesh - for a professional sanding finish
Super Mesh has landed at Wallboard Tools.
This innovative abrasive product lifts sanding to a new level. Super Mesh has 1000's of holes, improving resistance to clogging. The anti-clogging capability of Super Mesh limits wear while maintaining optimum sanding conditions and a healthier work environment.
Super Mesh discs are 225mm in diameter and are available in 180, 220 and 240 grits. Recommended for use on the Wallpro Power Sander, Super Mesh is available now in cartons containing 25 discs.
April 2009: BladeRunner: The FAST way to cut Plasterboard
The revolutionary BladeRunner is here!
BladeRunner is an easy to use hand held device which cuts both sides of most forms of 10mm plasterboard simultaneously, reducing cutting time by half. This great new tool makes cutting arcs, shapes and corners a simple and hassle free process.
The BladeRunner and a full range of accessories are available now!
March 2009: NRL & AFL Footy Tipping is back
Wallboard Tools Footy Tipping is back in 2009.
Sign up today by clicking on the button on the front page and following the links to your favourite code.
Don't forget to check in your profile that you are registered for "Wallboard Tools Footy tipping" under competitions. If the Wallboard competition doesn't appear under competitions in your profile, do a search then sign up using the password in your invitation email.
This year the winning tipper in each code will win Favourite Team Supporters Merchandise Can Fridge, Football, Cap, Polo Shirt and Team Jersey (or equivalent).
Register today and get tipping!
Good luck everyone!
Jan 2009: New Release: Slimline Corner Beads
Slimline corner beads have just landed at Wallboard Tools. Trim-Tex Slimline is a 900 corner bead with a low profile build and 32mm mud legs. The beads unique design allows you to create squarer corners quickly and easily. The reduced build size makes Trim-Tex Slimline perfect for areas where skirting boards are to be installed producing a professional appearance. The low profile finish reduces the need for patching behind the skirting.Dec 2008: Tapepro release Proreach eXtendable Handles
Wallboard Tools are pleased to announce the release the new Proreach eXtendable Handle Range
The Tapepro Extendable Flat Box Handle extends between 980mm-1600mm with two additional positions at 1200mm and 1400mm. This long awaited, multi-position handle makes it quick and easy to switch between wall and ceiling joints. It incorporates the traditional tube size and grip and as well as the industry preferred "all position" brake.Features
- Anodised Tube
- Anodised head for greater wear resistance
- Extends from 980mm-1600mm with incremental positions at 1200mm and 1400mm
- Weighs 1.4kgs
Features
- Anodised Tube
- Extends from 960mm-16000mm with incremental positions at 1200mm and 1400mm
- Can be fitted with the CFA-24 ball assembly, CRA001 Corner Roller Head Assembly or either of the Nail Spotter Heads
Dec 2008: Christmas Closing Times, Melbourne Branch Relocation
Please note the following closing times for Wallboard Warehouses during the christmas period.
- Head Office, West Burleigh - Closing Friday, 19 December 2008, Reopening Monday, 5th January 2009
- Sydney Branch - Closing Friday, 19 December 2008, Reopening Monday, 5th January 2009
- Melbourne Branch - Closing Thursday, 11 December 2008, Reopening Monday, 5th January 2009
Our Melbourne Distribution branch will be relocating to a new larger location, reopening 5th January 2009.
New Warehouse Address:28 Ovata Drive, Tullamarine.
Oct 2008: Video Page Update
Our Videos page located under Technical has undergone some changes, all videos are now available for viewing directly on the webpage without having to download any files.
Sep 2008: New Stilt Ranges Added
Wallboard Tools is pleased to announce the addition of the comfortable Dura-Stilt Version 4 Stilts and the revolutionary Skywalker Stilts to our range.
The Dura-Stilt Version 4 incorporate new foot, ankle and leg harnesses which focus on user safety while also delivering comfort and support.Skywalker stilts have adjustable tension springs in the feet, allows the user to stand up straight and walk with more natural motion. Both new sets of stilts are available now from Wallboard Tools in medium and large sizes. For more information follow the links to the stilts section on the website or call Wallboard Tools Customer Service.
August 2008: 2008 NRL & AFL Footy Tipping Results
Congratulations to the winners of the 2008 Combined Footy Tipping competition.
NRL- Robert Taylor $500 Coles Myer Voucher
- John Myers (Equal second place) $187.50 Coles Myer Voucher
- Jim O'Brien (Equal second place) $187.50 Coles Myer Voucher
- Michael Reardon (Equal first position) $375 Coles Myer Voucher
- John Daldy (Equal first position) $375 Coles Myer Voucher
- Jane Aldridge $125 Coles Myer Voucher
August 2008: Beadex Paper Faced Metal Corner Bead
Wallboard Tools is pleased to announce the addition of Beadex to our range.
Beadex profiles are manufactured from high quality paper tape so it has a superior bond with joint compound. The metal strip is rust resistant and protects against chipping, cracking and other normal wear and tear. This perfect fusion of paper tape and metal allows you to create sharp, crisp corners and square set angles.Creating the perfect corner with Beadex has never been easier or quicker. Beadex can be installed with the Tapepro Automatic Taping Tools in roughly half the time taken up by traditional methods. There is no exposed metal on the profiles so there is no priming required.
Follow the links or call Customer Service for more information on the Beadex range.