Coated abrasives guide
Learn how grain, coating and backing determine the behaviour of sandpaper and other coated abrasives.
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Product guides & manuals
Practical help for choosing, applying and troubleshooting abrasives, sealants, adhesives and PU foam.
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Abrasives
Understand abrasive construction, choose the right format and troubleshoot cutting or grinding performance.
Abrasive belt joints
Compare belt-joint designs and understand where each construction is best used.
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Abrasive mop disc guide
Explore flap-disc structure, forms, benefits and practical selection considerations.
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Kronenflex optimal usage
Get better cutting and grinding performance by balancing speed, pressure and hardness.
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Kronenflex safety and storage
Use bonded abrasives safely and protect disc condition through correct handling and storage.
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Kronenflex performance classes
Understand the product performance classes and Klingspor colour-coding system.
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Kronenflex troubleshooting
Match common cutting and grinding problems with likely causes and practical remedies.
Troubleshooting
Sealants & adhesives
Practical guidance for cartridges, sanitary joints, paintable sealants, windows and construction bonding.
Using a caulking gun
A clear introduction to opening cartridges, loading a caulking gun and dispensing consistently.
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Homeowner’s guide to silicones and sealants
A practical overview of sealant types, uses and purchasing considerations around the home.
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Sanitary sealing in bathrooms
See the key steps for applying sanitary silicone around common bathroom joints.
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Sealing in kitchens
Apply sanitary and high-temperature sealants in the appropriate kitchen locations.
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Applying paintable sealants
Prepare and seal joints that will receive a painted finish.
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Window sealant application
Review good application practice for durable, neat window-perimeter seals.
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Bonding skirting boards
Use construction adhesive to install and finish skirting boards without mechanical fixings.
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PU foam
Use one-component foam correctly for filling and insulation, then keep guns and partly used cans serviceable.
PU foam usage manual
Instructions for gun- and straw-type foam, including gun cleaning and storing a partly used can.
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PU foam for door installation
Fill the joint between a door frame and wall for improved sound and thermal insulation.
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PU foam gun care and cleaning
Clean and maintain a foam gun so it remains ready for accurate application.
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