Tool Box

Tips on application and use of our range of products.


Glass Beads:

• Silane coated beads activate with moisture, and can cause clumping if stored in open bags. Ensure air to presurise Bead tanks is moisture free, to prevent clumping in tanks.
• Silicone coated beads are suitable for Solvent  Based paint only.
• A simple check to see how good bead application is, is to put the shadow of your head on the line, only useful on sunny days.
• Spilt beads are a slip hazard, sweep up spills.
• Diagonally cut accross the weft on woven bead bags to prevent bag strings contaminating bead tank. Use a sharp knife.
• Bead Tank sieves at fill points prevents contamination like bag strings etc, entering tank.