We are excited to announce that on 31st August 2024, the Optimaxx brand will be acquired by OSC Sales Ltd from Royd Tool Group and will join the OSC family of construction related Fastener brands. This exciting transition will bring together industry leading expertise from both Optimaxx and OSC to enable the next stages in […]

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 […]

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