Kimball Midwest Blog | Quality Products (5)

5 Tips to Keep Your Drains Clean and Clear

April 25, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Most people don’t think about drains until they cause problems. Over time, drains can accumulate buildup that can slow drainage or stop it altogether. Clogged drains can cause serious backup, creating a big mess you need to clean up. Regularly cleaning and maintaining your drains keeps them functioning well.

Tags: Chemicals, Quality Products, Plumbing, Drain Maintenance, Drains

How to Remove Paint

April 16, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Painting is basically a job anyone can do, depending on what you are looking for. If you want to paint a room in your home, any big box or local hardware store can supply you with brushes, rollers, pans, drop cloths, tape … and, of course, paint. (Although we, of course, recommend the great performance of our Ultra Pro-Max line.) You don’t have to call in an expert, unless you want to.

Tags: How To, Paint, Quality Products, Restoration, Paint Removal

Avoid These Common Spray Painting Mistakes

March 26, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Spray paint is an economical way to add a polished and professional look to your projects. It’s easy to use but just as easy to make mistakes if you skip any steps or rush through the process. With the right preparation and a little patience, you can avoid these common mistakes.

Tags: Safety, Paint, Quality Products

How to Pick the Right Grease

February 18, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Lubrication is critical for the operation and maintenance of most equipment and machinery. Lubrication reduces friction in areas of metal-to-metal contact. Greases can be used in non-sealed systems, as it will not run out like liquid lubricants can.

Tags: Products, How To, Tips, Quality Products, Grease

Keep Your Team Moving In The Cold

February 14, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

When most people think about weather extremes getting in the way of workplace productivity, they probably think about summer’s extreme heat. For construction workers, roofers and others who work outdoors, hot conditions do slow things down and raise a variety of potential issues, including health risks.

Tags: Safety, Quality Products, Cold-Weather, Thermal

The Basics of Electrical Connectors

January 24, 2019 | by Kimball Midwest

Electrical connectors are critical to the functionality of nearly all vehicles, industrial equipment and electrical and electronic devices. It’s important that connectors perform properly to prevent electrical shorting and arcing that may damage your equipment and cause failure.

Tags: Electrical, Insulation, weather-proof, Quality Products

How to Thin Our Oil-Based Paint

November 26, 2018 | by Kimball Midwest

Kimball Midwest’s line of Ultra Pro-Max Paint is formulated to be a direct-to-metal finish or can be used with a primer. This paint can be applied by brush, roller or sprayer. It’s designed to provide better coverage than standard paints and is available in gallon cans or spray cans.

Tags: How To, Paint, oil-based paint, Quality Products

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