the TOP 10 Hardware - DIY & Tools - 03/08/2008
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Review for SPRAY 'n' SEAL (693) - STOPS LEAKS AROUND THE HOME INSTANTLY. BLACK.:
SPRAY 'n' SEAL (693) - STOPS LEAKS AROUND THE HOME INSTANTLY. BLACK.
New Price:
£9.97
Review for SPRAY 'n' SEAL (693) - STOPS LEAKS AROUND THE HOME INSTANTLY. BLACK.:
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Review for Draper 3 in 1 Cross Cut Hand Shredder:
It is not as effective on paper. It probably could handle 3 sheets of 30 gsm paper, but definitely cannot shred 3 sheets of standard laser photocopier paper (70-80 gsm) at one time. Stick to shredding a single sheet at a time and you'll experience no problems.
This IS a cross cut shredder, as it produces small strips of paper about 5cm long and 1cm across at varying intervals from the document being shredded. This is unlike other hand shredders on the market that produce continuous strips that are the length of the document being shredded.
The handle and clear plastic base are both flimsy. The manufacturer could have improved on the design by replacing the plastic handle with a metal handle instead. I would be happy to pay slightly more for this feature as it would make it feel more sturdy.
This unit is also prone to getting clogged with shredded paper in the top cover. On multiple occasions I have found it necessary to unscrew and clean out the top plastic part.
Overall, an OK unit - good for destroying credit cards and compact discs, but not so good on paper.
Draper 3 in 1 Cross Cut Hand Shredder
Our Price:
£16.82 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details & conditions
New Price:
£10.83
Review for Draper 3 in 1 Cross Cut Hand Shredder:
Not too bad...
This product is perfect for shredding credit cards and CDs, as it cuts the former into four strips and the latter into three, making them totally unusable.It is not as effective on paper. It probably could handle 3 sheets of 30 gsm paper, but definitely cannot shred 3 sheets of standard laser photocopier paper (70-80 gsm) at one time. Stick to shredding a single sheet at a time and you'll experience no problems.
This IS a cross cut shredder, as it produces small strips of paper about 5cm long and 1cm across at varying intervals from the document being shredded. This is unlike other hand shredders on the market that produce continuous strips that are the length of the document being shredded.
The handle and clear plastic base are both flimsy. The manufacturer could have improved on the design by replacing the plastic handle with a metal handle instead. I would be happy to pay slightly more for this feature as it would make it feel more sturdy.
This unit is also prone to getting clogged with shredded paper in the top cover. On multiple occasions I have found it necessary to unscrew and clean out the top plastic part.
Overall, an OK unit - good for destroying credit cards and compact discs, but not so good on paper.
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Review for Draper 64175 Weatherproof Combination Padlock 48mm:
First off the dials and numbers are so small that you need a magnifying glass to see them, and long finger nails to turn the middle ones without affecting the outer ones. Second, you need two hands free to lock it since the spring loaded clasp has to be held shut while you try to turn the spindles. But thats not the worst of it.
The 'weather shield' for the dials actually fills up with water causing them to rust within a few weeks. The next thing to happen is that the shield itself snaps off at the hinged weak point. As rust accumulates on the dials the numbers become illegible and nearly impossible to turn.
A complete waste of money in my view, I will be going for a Squires padlock now instead.
Draper 64175 Weatherproof Combination Padlock 48mm
Our Price:
£9.64
New Price:
£7.21
Review for Draper 64175 Weatherproof Combination Padlock 48mm:
A poorly designed product - Dont bother
A badly designed product not really fit for purpose.First off the dials and numbers are so small that you need a magnifying glass to see them, and long finger nails to turn the middle ones without affecting the outer ones. Second, you need two hands free to lock it since the spring loaded clasp has to be held shut while you try to turn the spindles. But thats not the worst of it.
The 'weather shield' for the dials actually fills up with water causing them to rust within a few weeks. The next thing to happen is that the shield itself snaps off at the hinged weak point. As rust accumulates on the dials the numbers become illegible and nearly impossible to turn.
A complete waste of money in my view, I will be going for a Squires padlock now instead.
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Waste of time and money
This product is next to useless, shook the can for well over the required 2 mins and it was still so watery it just dripped off and made no seal whatsoever, a complete waste of time and money.