In the inception of Strand Hardware, the quest for an apt brand name commenced. Initially, "Tool- Mate" was conceived with a hyphen, eventually merging into a single word. Approximately 25 to 30 years ago, our initial inventory comprised of unbranded bench grinders, totalling a hundred units. It became evident that affixing a distinct label was imperative. Several prerequisites guided our brand selection: superior quality, catering to discerning woodworkers seeking reliable machinery. Subsequently, Brian Jolly embarked on a foreign venture to identify suitable manufacturers in Taiwan and China, learning vital lessons regarding brand integrity and building relationships. Today, Toolmate has evolved significantly, coexisting harmoniously with our upmarket "Jet" brand. We established a dedicated servicing, repair, and spares division, catering to woodworkers of all scales.
In recent years, we have considerably expanded our Toolmate range, enabling us to offer a comprehensive selection of tools for any workshop, no matter how demanding our customer's requirements.
Colour cast is a 2 part , high-build, polymer coating that is commonly cast onto wooden surfaces for effect. Each kit contains a bottle of resin and a bottle of hardener which are mixed together. This product cures to an opaque colour. This product will resist scratching and is water-resistant.
RESIN SMG CLEAR SURFACE COATING 5KG. SUITABLE FOR hand lay up of glass, carbon, aramid, natural and synthetic fibers. Great for Surfboards. COMPATIBLE WITH all commercial foams: polystyrene, polyurethane, cross-linked & linear PVC foams and others. This is used for the final coat in resin projects, which leave you with a high gloss finish.