Blade Runner Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 3 minutes ago, Asthehills said: That is a shame. I also used to use them a lot but now use Screwfix for nearly everything for no other reason than they have an app and I can see if stuff is in stock and click and collect. Even if it’s just a packet of washers for £1.50. Convenience wins unfortunately What did you buy that you now get from Screwfix? Left handed screwdrivers, spirit level bubbles, long stands, tartan paint? In your imaginary business world? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asthehills Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Just now, Blade Runner said: What did you buy that you now get from Screwfix? Left handed screwdrivers, spirit level bubbles, long stands, tartan paint? In your imaginary business world? Tools. Brackets. Fillers. Caulk. Adhesives. Fixings. Screws. Bolts. PPE. Hinges etc etc The way people shop has changed. I am a huge supporter of local when needed but there are more and more trades and diyers using Screwfix all the time. I am not sure what is confusing about that ? A few clicks on the phone and I know all I have to do is walk in, collect and walk out again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blade Runner Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 4 minutes ago, Asthehills said: Tools. Brackets. Fillers. Caulk. Adhesives. Fixings. Screws. Bolts. PPE. Hinges etc etc The way people shop has changed. I am a huge supporter of local when needed but there are more and more trades and diyers using Screwfix all the time. I am not sure what is confusing about that ? A few clicks on the phone and I know all I have to do is walk in, collect and walk out again. Caulk? Okay then, if you say so. Top Tip Google British names for building products before you reply like that again, it makes it look less made up 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asthehills Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 (edited) 36 minutes ago, Blade Runner said: Caulk? Okay then, if you say so. Top Tip Google British names for building products before you reply like that again, it makes it look less made up What are you on about? I just typed a few things I have purchased from there recently Screen print below from their app, just now, showing what caulk they have in stock in Douglas That having just looked I could order now and go and collect anytime before 8 tonight, or anytime in the next 21 days. The world moves on Edited June 13, 2023 by Asthehills 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Colombe Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Hey top bants lads. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asthehills Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 14 minutes ago, Blade Runner said: Caulk? Okay then, if you say so. Top Tip Google British names for building products before you reply like that again, it makes it look less made up LOL I genuinely had no idea what you were on about so googled it and assume you thought I meant silicone sealant, which they apparently call caulk in the US of A? No. I meant decorators caulk that is used around door frames, skirting boards etc. If you were trying to be a smart arse it really hasn’t gone very well. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toonjamie Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 4 hours ago, Asthehills said: LOL I genuinely had no idea what you were on about so googled it and assume you thought I meant silicone sealant, which they apparently call caulk in the US of A? No. I meant decorators caulk that is used around door frames, skirting boards etc. If you were trying to be a smart arse it really hasn’t gone very well. What a dikc comment that was. Not you, AsTheHills, the other one, BladeRunny. Not to be into DIY and use decorator's caulk is one thing, but to be such an ignoramus as to try to belittle you for using the word. Words fail me, this forum really is populated by some toxic individuals. Such a waste. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty Buggane Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Shame, always had that brkt,nut,stainless bits and bobs you never even new you wanted. And able to buy 5 to 5000 and not them stupid packets, that one packet extra you always had to buy because you were short one. Ahh well looks like RS in the future more money going off island and no free coffee. Good luck in your future endeavours. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banker Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 13 hours ago, Blade Runner said: That is a bad, very bad news story for the island. That business supply's the islands construction industry and if it cant survive (with a pretty much monopoly business) what hope the others that do the same? What hope of 100,000 residents? ETA. Yes Brett is a really decent guy. I did a lot of business with him in the 90's when it was IF&F What monopoly are you on about? Must be where you live in Uk, we have screwfix, b&q, haldanes all selling similar products 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roxanne Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 8 hours ago, toonjamie said: Words fail me, this forum really is populated by some toxic individuals Oh hello. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WTF Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 1 hour ago, Banker said: What monopoly are you on about? Must be where you live in Uk, we have screwfix, b&q, haldanes all selling similar products screwfix and b&q are the same company/group 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asthehills Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 16 minutes ago, WTF said: screwfix and b&q are the same company/group And? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Onchan Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 2 hours ago, Banker said: What monopoly are you on about? Must be where you live in Uk, we have screwfix, b&q, haldanes all selling similar products This. It's a very competitive market here for that type of business and for which you need very, very deep pockets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happier diner Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 57 minutes ago, WTF said: screwfix and b&q are the same company/group They operate as separate businesses and have many different products at different prices Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoTailT Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Brett and Lisa are a lovely couple. It's a shame to see him having to close but I have no doubt he will make a very good addition to somewhere when the time is right. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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