Dusty Boys floor protection?

[Doug71]

Thinking of getting some of these mats for protecting the floors in customers houses, not cheap but look like a decent product.

Before I part with my cash just thought I would ask if anyone has used them or what alternative products people are using?

https://dustyboys.co.uk/

 

[TheUnicorn]

I have a roll of DPM which I've used for various decorating jobs, a nice tough waterproof layer, but that's DIY not trade use

 

[Rewby]

I use the 8x4 corrugated sheets and cut them to whatever shape/width and tape together with duct tape if dust sheets are inappropriate.They fold up quite compact to keep in the van to reuse.About £5 sheet from Howdens/Wickes/b&q.

 

[niall Y]

The builders who worked on our property last year used a rolls of sticky backed plastic that glued to the carpets. It was indispensable for keeping plaster dust off them and worked really well on the stairs. Though it was, in a sense an underlayer as dust sheets were used on top.

 

[Bingy man]

Thinking of getting some of these mats for protecting the floors in customers houses, not cheap but look like a decent product.

Before I part with my cash just thought I would ask if anyone has used them or what alternative products people are using?

https://dustyboys.co.uk/

I thinks someone is trying to cash in on the ppe market like in 2019 ( Covid ) it’s just a gimmicky way to take your cash . They look nice , sure to impress most customers but as above there are many other options out there . I’ve not read all the specs for those sheets but even if they are the re invented wheel the cost is huge . I notice there is no large sheets - , an average 4 x 4 mtr room would cost a few hundred given the prices for the smaller ones . Given they are to protect the customers floor they won’t look very snazzy after you have removed a wall or plastered a ceiling . Ply or hardboard will protect hard floors from impact ( sds drill bit , chisel etc ) but I doubt these will. The one I used at b gas were for laminate, slippy floors and were excellent but I doubt they cost anything like these do ..

 

[Ollie78]

Best thing I have discovered is waterproof Cordura style cloth.
You can buy it on ebay etc by the meter.
I buy 10 metres and cut it into manageable sections, lasts for years.
The best thing about it is that it has a rubber side that is not only waterproof but also non slip. You can buy different weights I think 600 denier is what I got last time.
For dust cloths to cover furniture I use dupont sontara fabric sheets which are soft and also waterproof. Buy them at Wiper supply, only come in boxes if 10. Also last for years.

 

[Doug71]

Thanks for all the suggestions.

@Ollie78 I'm liking the sound of the Cordura style cloth, sounds perfect for what I want. I'll get a few metres of it and see how it goes

 

[Tortion-Stephen]

I’ve seen several YouTube Sparks use the “Dusty boys” under a socket to protect when chasing etc, not bad, I have some door mats from Costco with rubber backing for similar work at home… I think I’ve learned more from this thread. Will look at the Cordura and DuPont suggestions and get some on hand. Thank you all!

 

[Ollie78]

Thanks for all the suggestions.

@Ollie78 I'm liking the sound of the Cordura style cloth, sounds perfect for what I want. I'll get a few metres of it and see how it goes

It is great, maybe we need to print a logo on some and start flogging it!!
The only other person I have seen using it was the chimney sweep who came to sort out our woodburner. He swears by it as well. Added bonus is you can get almost any colour.

 

[Spectric]

I think it is a bit of a gimmick to take your cash, it is really nothing more than what you can get anywhere except you join there club like Apple and Festool.