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Paint Tray 15″

16.95 (Inc. VAT)

Delivery time: 2-3 days
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15″ Paint Tray

Key features:

  • Large 15″ size for carrying out large painting jobs without the need to refill tray
  • Raised-ridged surface for even spreading of paint onto roller
  • Suitable for use with all paint types
  • Tough, durable plastic construction

4 in stock

Brand:Dosco

Product Description

This paint tray from Dosco is 15″ and ideal for larger projects or jobs as you don’t have to keep filling up the tray with paint as often. The raised ridge surface helps you spread the paint evenly across the roller and this paint tray can be used with all types of paints. It is tough and durable and made of plastic.

Key features:

  • Large 15″ size for carrying out large painting jobs without the need to refill tray
  • Raised-ridged surface for even spreading of paint onto roller
  • Suitable for use with all paint types
  • Tough, durable plastic construction

How to keep your paint trays clean:

Cleaning up after a painting project is a crucial step to ensure the longevity of your painting tools and to maintain a neat and organised workspace. Among the various tools used in painting, the paint tray is an essential item that requires proper cleaning to ensure its reusability and optimal performance in future projects. In this guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of effectively cleaning a tray.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following materials:

  1. Dirty paint tray
  2. Old newspaper or disposable drop cloth
  3. Paint scraper or putty knife
  4. Bucket or sink with warm water
  5. Mild dish soap or similar cleaner
  6. Soft scrub brush or sponge
  7. Cleaning gloves
  8. Clean, dry cloths or paper towels
  9. Optional: Paint strainer

Step-by-Step Cleaning Process

  1. Preparation: Lay down old newspaper or a disposable drop cloth to catch any paint drips or splatters during the cleaning process. Put on cleaning gloves to protect your hands.
  2. Initial Paint Removal: Use a paint scraper or putty knife to gently scrape off excess paint from the tray. Be careful not to scratch or damage the tray’s surface. You can scrape the excess paint onto the newspaper or disposable drop cloth.
  3. Warm Water Soak: Fill a bucket or sink with warm water. Submerge the tray in the water to loosen any remaining paint. Let it soak for about 15 to 30 minutes. This step will make it easier to remove the remaining paint later.
  4. Scrubbing: Remove the tray from the water and use a soft scrub brush or sponge to scrub away the remaining paint. If the paint is stubborn, you can add a small amount of mild dish soap or a paint tray cleaner to the scrub brush or sponge. Gently scrub the tray’s surface, focusing on the grooves and corners where paint residue may be trapped.
  5. Rinsing: Rinse the paint tray thoroughly under running water to remove any soap or cleaner residue. Ensure that all traces of paint are removed and the tray is clean.
  6. Drying: Use a clean, dry cloth or paper towel to wipe down the tray and remove excess moisture. Allow the tray to air dry completely before storing it.
  7. Optional: Paint Strainer: If you anticipate reusing the same paint for future projects, consider pouring the leftover paint through a paint strainer before storing it in its original container. This step will help remove any debris or dried paint particles, ensuring a smoother application in the future.
  8. Final Inspection: Once the tray is dry, inspect it to ensure that it is completely clean. Check for any remaining paint spots or residue and repeat the scrubbing process if necessary.

Properly cleaning a tray is essential for maintaining its usability and ensuring optimal performance in future painting projects. By following the step-by-step guide outlined above, you can effectively remove paint residue and keep your tray in excellent condition. Remember to handle cleaning agents and tools with care, and always dispose of paint-related waste responsibly. With a clean paint tray, you’ll be well-prepared for your next creative endeavor.

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  • Orders of €150 inc VAT or over will get free delivery nationwide. (Please see notes below for exceptions)
  • All orders under €150 inc VAT incur a standard delivery charge of €10 including VAT
  • (Please see below for exceptions)
  • We deliver to anywhere in Ireland.

Bulky items:

Bulky items may incur delivery surcharges (see below) as extra courier costs unfortunately are often unavoidable. If the order is over €150 only the bulk delivery charge will apply. The final delivery charge for bulky products will be calculated when all items have been added to the shopping cart.
All efforts are made to indicate where products are subject to delivery surcharges.

Special Order items:

We are in regular contact with our suppliers and we try our best to make sure that all “special order items” on our webstore are available from our suppliers within the timeframe advertised. If, for some reason our supplier is out of stock and you have ordered the product we will let you know immediately and give you the option to either wait until it’s back in, upgrade to a better model at little or no extra cost or receive a full refund. See more info on Special Order products here.

Timeframe:

All nationwide deliveries will be delivered within 2-3 working days.

(Local deliveries within 1-2 working days.)

Special order items may take longer to deliver but this will be indicated on the product information page. You can see more info on Special Order products here.

Working days are Monday through Friday excluding public holidays. Orders placed on Saturday/Sunday will be deemed as being placed on the following Monday.

Some items may take longer to ship. If this is the case, we will notify you by phone/email of this delay.

If your delivery is urgent please contact us by phone or email and we will do our best to expedite it.

Please indicate on your order any specific delivery instructions.

Bulky goods:

Bulky goods will be delivered on pallets and will be unloaded by the courier. All bulky goods are delivered kerbside. Unfortunately, the delivery company will not convey the goods into premises for storage unless agreed in advance. Access to the delivery location must be suitable for a truck and failure to provide suitable level ground for operating pallet truck may result in refusal to deliver by the courier. Please note delivery operators will apply safe procedures in relation to ongoing Public Health considerations..

Exceptional Goods:

Some building materials are extremely bulky and not practical to deliver outside Co. Sligo e.g. concrete blocks, tonne bags of sand or gravel or some lengths of timber. We have highlighted where this is the case in bold red writing. If you do order these products we will contact you to see if you want to pay an additional delivery charge or if you wish to cancel the order. Please do not take offence to this as some bulky goods may cost much more to deliver than the value of the goods. We are based in Sligo so can offer a local delivery service in this area using our own vehicles.

If there is a forklift or teleporter available onsite, we would appreciate if you could tell us in advance by filling out the special delivery notes when completing the order.

The Seller or the courier company will not be held responsible for any damage to goods or persons caused by the goods being unloaded by the buyer.

**Please contact us in advance of ordering if unsure of the above**

Damaged goods:

Where goods are damaged on delivery the Buyer has the right to refuse delivery. Damaged goods should be photographed on delivery and photos emailed to sales@mybuildingsupplies.ie straight away. If goods are damaged on delivery, we will replace the goods in as timely a manner as possible at no extra cost.

Once the goods are signed for it will be deemed that goods were in good state when delivered.

General:

Delivery shall be within a time period agreed between the Buyer and Seller and the Seller shall use its best endeavours to ensure that delivery takes place within the period agreed. Failure by the Seller to deliver the Goods within the agreed time period shall not amount to a breach of this contract by the Seller and the Buyer shall not be entitled to damages or other compensation or to cancel this contact by reason of such failure.

The Seller reserves the right to deliver in instalments. Each part delivery shall be deemed to constitute a separate contract, the fulfilment or non-fulfilment of which shall not affect any other part of the contract or the contract as a whole. Where any order involves more than one delivery and default is made on payment on the due date (either under this contract or any other contract made between the Seller and the Buyer) the Seller shall have the right to suspend all further deliveries until payment is made or to terminate the contract without prejudice to any existing claim.

The Seller shall not be liable to the Buyer for any loss or damage which may be suffered by the Buyer as a direct or indirect result of the supply of the Goods by the Seller being prevented, hindered or delayed by reason of any circumstances whatsoever which are outside the control of the Seller. Once delivery has been accepted the Buyer shall not be entitled to withhold or postpone payment of all or any portion of the price agreed, therefore.

1. Where goods are damaged on delivery the Buyer has the right to refuse delivery. Damaged goods should be photographed on delivery and photos emailed to sales@mybuildingsupplies.ie. If goods are damaged on delivery, we will replace the goods in as timely a manner as possible at no extra cost.

2.  If goods are signed for and later found to be faulty/damaged, notice must be given in writing within 24 hours and photos will be required to be emailed to sales@mybuildingsupplies.ie.

3. All faulty/damaged goods issues will be dealt with on a case by case basis and best endeavours will be made to rectify within a timely manner. Manufacturers’ warranties will apply in certain cases.

4. Any returned items which are not faulty or damaged will incur full carriage costs which must be paid for by the customer.  Notice of intention to return unwanted goods must be given within 14 days of receiving goods. Returned goods must be in original packaging and in original condition before refunds can be given.

5. All returned goods to be sent to Patrick Rogers Ltd., O’Connell St., Ballymote, Co. Sligo

Note regarding Oil Boilers and Boiler stoves:

Please ensure you check with us first or consult a qualified professional before ordering your oil boiler or boiler stove to ensure you order the correct one for your home. If the product needs to be returned a restocking fee may apply.

Returns of Special Order Items

All “special order items” are subject to the same product returns policy as stocked items. However, items which are returned that are not faulty or damaged on delivery will be subject to a 10% restocking fee.

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