Working on a big build and need a heavy duty solution for covering up cabling, pipes, ducting and outlets? Steel trunking might just be the perfect solution. Here, we’ll look into areas where steel trunking is most suitable and how to install steel trunking in a quick and easy fashion.   Plastic vs. steel trunking […]

There’s nothing like getting to a job only to realise you don’t have everything you need and endless trips to the local hardware store don’t exactly endear you to your clients either! Most screws are designed with a specific material in mind. That’s not to say you can’t use a wood screw on a piece […]

We’ve all been there – start a project and then realise you’re not only shopping for materials, but having to fork out for tools too. Suddenly you’re falling down a confusing and costly rabbit hole. But don’t despair, once you’ve got a few key pieces together, you’ll find you’re set up to tackle most domestic […]

If you’re keen to tackle a DIY carpentry project, you’d better be prepared for some hard – and rewarding – work! Carpentry can be as taxing on the brain as it is on the body – all that planning, calculating and measuring before you even get near a piece of timber. But when you get […]

Considering tackling a bit of decking? Whether you’re in the market for something relatively simple, or have visions of a grand entertaining space, preparation is absolutely everything! Before you dive into the ‘doing’ though, you’ll need to make sure you’ve covered the basics. That means working out whether there are any permits you need to […]

No matter what material you’re working with, you need to use the right screw for the job. That means knowing which point design, as well as thread and head type, works for different materials and applications. While we have a VERY handy shortcut for all your woodworking needs (more on that below), here’s a quick […]

OSC Sales New Training Room

During this period of uncertainty, OSC Sales team has been busy working hard to develop a contingency plan to ensure that our business continues to offer the world-class service you have come to expect from us. OSC Sales have taken proactive measures in line with Government advice to guarantee we can continue operating in the […]

We are so excited that our Calcumate tool has been mentioned in 4 different news articles!  South East Business, Professional Builder, Construction Industry News and Builders Merchant News have all been talking about our Calcumate tool.  Read the news articles here: https://www.southeastbusiness.com/section/news/how-many-screws https://probuildermag.co.uk/news/app-to-simplify-big-projects-for-carpenters http://cinmagazine.co.uk/app-that-allows-carpenters-to-work-out-how-many-screws-are-needed-for-a-big-project-proves-to-be-a-success/ https://www.buildersmerchantsnews.co.uk/An-app-which-allows-carpenters-to-work-out-how-many-screws-are-needed-for-a-big-project-has-proven-to-be-a-success-/49332 Try our tool here: http://mycalcumate.co.uk/

HUWS GRAY DEMO MORNINGS Home Carpenter’s Mate Home Carpenter’s Mate News Listing Huws Gray Demo Mornings Area Sales Managers, Steve Richards, is hosting demo mornings in Wales at the Huws Gray centres throughout February and March! Get to the demo events in order to be in with a chance of winning a bucket full of […]

Area Sales Manager, Clinton Butcher will be taking part in IronMan Dubai 70.3 on Friday 7th February. Clinton said “It has been a long journey for me to get into this shape and compete at a competitive level. I have just moved into the 45-50 age group and I aim to get in the top […]

CARPENTERS MATE BELOW ZERO! We are not kidding, Carpenters Mate is going to be used in below zero temperatures in the Antarctic, where It can get down to -20 degrees celsius. Chilly! Our Stainless Steel wood screws are now on their way to the Antartic to help the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust (UKAHT) in their ongoing conservation projects. It […]