THINKING OF PAINTING FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON? HERE ARE 5 WAYS TO CHOOSE THE BEST EXTERIOR COLOUR

Did you paint the interior of your home during the last Holiday Season? With Chrismas 2022 only 13 weekends away,  you may be now contemplating giving the exterior a  smashing facelift? Selecting a colour for your home exterior is an opportunity to embrace creativity and have a lasting impact on the overall look of your property. 

Painting a house is no small investment, so choosing the best paint colour for the exterior surfaces of your house means picking colours that look great and last. At Rayneau we offer a wide variety of top brand paints that have you covered with durable paints that resist the punishing effects of weather - and have a lifetime limited warranty to prove it.

The best colour combinations are the ones that highlight the most beautiful features of your home, help to disguise flaws and boost the market value of your house.

When painting the exterior of your house and other outdoor features, you have two important characteristics to keep in mind: How well it lasts and how good it looks!

1.   Foolproof Colour Picks

To narrow down your colour choices, build an exterior palette around the elements of the house that won’t change, such as roofing materials and stone or brick components. Pick contrasting but complementary colours to highlight architectural elements and add dimension. Similar colour undertones will link the elements together.

2.   Take a Look Around

The best inspiration may come from stepping outside. Select hues that are compatible with your neighborhood, architectural style and natural surroundings. For exterior colours inspired by classic Caribbean design and architecture, look no further than brand paints from Rayneau for tried and true favorites that are perfect for any home.

3.   The Right Light

Just like interior paint colours, exterior colours shift depending on how the light hits them—and can look different when applied than they do on a chip. Make regret-free choices by buying a quart of paint and applying it on inconspicuous areas of all sides of your house. Visit your samples throughout the day until you’re comfortable with your choice.

These products from Rayneau  offer  semi-gloss finishes with  different technologies incorporated into their formula - mold and mildew protection, colour last, breathe easy and two in one self prime.

 4.   Finish Lines

Colour is only one aspect of an exterior paint choice; sheen is another important factor. Low Lustre finish is a top choice for the main siding colour—the low-reflective finish adds a slight gloss, hides surface imperfections and cleans well. Semi-gloss paints add extra durability and clean up easily; making them a good choice for areas such as windowsills that bear the brunt of weather shifts. High gloss finishes make colour look richer but magnify surface imperfections.

5.   Find the Perfect Colour for Your Home Exterior.

Make your home the envy of the neighborhood with a beautiful, elegant and striking exterior. Unless your house sits alone on a vast expanse of property, it’s important to consider how it fits in with the surrounding properties. Look at the colour schemes of neighboring houses. If your home is flanked on both sides by white houses, consider choosing something different to avoid the monotony of the same lining the entire street.

Taking into account these practical tips will ensure you choose a colour scheme that you will love today and for years to come. take a look at all of the siding colors available with

When you are ready to get started, visit or call our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth  450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248 or Babonneau  450-5759 to discuss any issues choosing the perfect colour for your house exterior!

THE MAKITA LW1401 FOR FASTER, MORE PRECISE CUT-OFFS

Power tools have long been convenient resources for various industries, aiding workers from all sorts of disciplines. With special features like electric motors, power tools help eliminate strenuous, manual labor.

Our customer sales representative in the Power Tools Department believes that in their domination of the tool market, power tools are seeing exciting trends and innovations emerge—with new models of existing tools and some entirely new instruments. Here is one of three tools in the power tools market Kendel wants our customers to know about.

 Today we showcase the:- Makita LW1401 Cut-Off Saw, 14" 

• POWER : Powerful 15 AMP motor delivers 3,800 RPM for superior performance
• CONVENIENCE : Adjustable spark guard designed to divert sparks
• PRECISION : Fence adjustment up to 45º; adjusts to 3 locations for various material sizes
• CAPACITY : Large cutting capacity; cuts up to 5" round and 4" x 7-5/8" rectangular
• INCLUDES : Abrasive wheel, wrench.
  
  
  

The Makita 14” Cut-Off Saw (LW1401) is a metal-cutting solution built for light gauge metal stud and strut, pipe, all thread, conduit, tubing, rebar, and more. The 15 AMP motor delivers 3,800 RPM for the most demanding metal cutting applications. 

 It is engineered to cut up to 5" round stock, 4-11/16” square tube, and 4” x 7-5/8” or 2-3/4” x 9-1/8” rectangular tubing. It also features fence adjustment up to 45 degrees right or left, and a 'tool-less' vice adjustment for increased productivity. 

 The LW1401 weighs only 37 pounds with a locking pin that secures the cutting head in the down position for easy transport and storage. Additional features include a large ergonomic handle and two-stage lock-off power button.

 Includes

- 14" X 1" X 7/64" Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel (A-93859-1).

- Socket Wrench (782210-8).

 More Features for LW1401

- Powerful 15 AMP Makita Built Motor - High overload protection for most demanding applications.

- Two-stage lock-off power button - For operator convenience.

- 'Tool-Less' flange can also be used on LW1401 non-tool less model, with no additional parts required for conversion. Add Part# 123478-1.

The Makita LW1401 cut-off saw is now available. Call or visit us today to speak with our Customer sales representative in the power Tools Department at Corinth (450-7247), Monchy (450-7248), Vide Bouteille (450-7246), or Babonneau (450-5759) for more details.

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IMPROVE YOUR HOME'S CURB APPEAL BEFORE THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Are you looking to step up your home’s curb appeal before the huslte and bustle of the Holiday season? You know what they say – first impressions are everything whether you’re trying to sell your home or simply refresh the exterior. The exterior of your home is the first thing a person sees when they visit your home, and the last thing they see when they leave. An elegant front door, a lush garden and a welcoming walkway can all add to your home’s aesthetic appeal.

 These 4 easy tips will have the outside of your home in excellent shape in no time.

1 – Paint Front Door: One of the first things people are drawn to is your front door. It’s the main entrance to your home and it deserves a little TLC. By painting your door you make your home stand out, showing that you’ve taken care of your door will give people a positive first impression, without them worrying what else you haven’t taken care of, if it is scuffed, flaking or damaged.

You can choose a new colour at this point, but stick to a fairly neutral colour unless you are certain that it works with your property style and garden. If you like the colour you already have, simply repaint it to keep it fresh. Our Paint and Acessories Department will be of invaluable assistance in choosing all your painting needs.

2 – Clear Weeds: Maybe the weeds in your front garden don’t bother you, but it’s another one of those tasks which, when taken care of, allows the people passing by to see that you’re the kind of person who has taken care of their home. The more often you keep on top of the weeding, the fewer lengthy sessions you’ll have to spend doing it. Contact our Lawn and Garden Department for tools and products.

While you’re at this task, it’s worth sweeping your pathway, clearing any weeds you’ve pulled up as well as any litter or foliage which has fallen there. This makes a clear path for visitors and does wonders for the overall impression your front garden gives off.

3 – Update Welcome Mat: It’s understandable that over time the welcome mat at your door will become a little disheveled and rough around the edges, so throw the old one out and sharpen up your doorstep with a new welcome mat. A trim, bright looking mat will help tie all your other work together, giving visitors and friends a clean impression of your home before stepping in – it also signals that your carpets inside are less likely to be tracked with mud.

4 - Pressure Wash Driveway: If your drive or pathway is made up of concrete, bricks or tiles, they’ll no doubt have gotten a little murkier over the years due to pollution and general weathering. Whether they’ve gone green, grey or black, get the pressure washer out – or rent one from Rayneau Rentals & Sales – and give them a good blast. You’ll soon notice the difference and so will  your neigbours and friends.

The Holiday season is just around the corner. If you're thinking of a curb appeal, we have in stock all you'll need. Visit any RAYNEAU store at Corinth (450-7247), Monchy (450-7248), Vide Bouteille (450-7246) or Babonneau (450-5759) branch, or visit our website here. We're always happy to serve you! #ShopRayneau #EverythingUnderOneRoof.

HYUNDAI LOADERS FOR ENHANCED MAINTAINABILITY AND DURABILITY

Are you in the market to rent or buy a backhoe loader? Here is some good news!!!

Hyundai new generation backhoe loaders have been redesigned with the emphasis on operator 

comfort. In order to provide the operator with all the comfort and safety it needs in a very 

spacious cabin, the Hyundai  backhoe loaders are  equipped with a joystick positioning so that 

the operator can work comfortably. The suspension seat, storage compartments, adjustable 

steering wheel and joystick give the operator maximum comfort during operation. The cab is 

especially designed to provide the operator with maximum visibility when working with the 

front bucket.

In this post we feature four models available for rent or sale.

Model	Engine	Bucket capacity (liters)	Operating Weight (kg)	Rated Power(gross) HP(kw)/rpm
H940C	Perkins 1104C-44T	800	7,440	100(74.5)/2,200
H940S	Perkins 1104C-44T	800	7,690	100(74.5)/2,200
H940ST	Perkins 1104C-44TA	1100	8,300	100(74.5) / 2,200
H940S-WS	Perkins 1104C-44T	1100	8,800	100(74.5) / 2,200

                    HYUNDAI H940S BACKHOE LOADER 

Achieve premium performance with Hyundai’s H940s backhoe loader. The H940s backhoe loader series is perfectly designed to meet growing demand from businesses that need compact machines for smaller projects, without having to make a substantial capital investment in large excavators and loaders.

Operating Weight (kg) - 7,690

Max Digging Depth (mm):   - 4,220 (Backhoe)

Max Dumping Height (mm):  - 2,710 (Loader) - 5,665 (Backhoe)

Bucket Capacity (m³):  - 0.90 (Loader) - 0.17 (Backhoe)

Net Power (kW@rpm):   - 71 @ 2,200

             HYUNDAI H940C BACKHOE LOADER 

Quick Specs
Net operating weight		23.100 kg
Engine model		Weichai / WD10G220E21
Engine output (gross)		217 HP(162 kW) / 2,200rpm
Travel speed (unloaded)		38.5 km/h
Bucket capacity (SAE heaped)		3.0 (3.9)m³
Max. dumping height		3,015 mm

       HYUNDAI H940S-4WS BACKHOE LOADER WITH EQUAL WHEELS

Backhoe Loader Model:	H940S-4WS
Operational weight kg:	8 900
Engine:	Perkins 1104C-44T
The volume of the loading bucket, m 3 :	1
The volume of the excavator bucket, m 3 :	0.2
Maximum digging depth with extended handle, mm:	5 350

                HYUNDAI H940ST BACKHOE LOADER 

The H940ST Hyundai Backhoe Loader is ergonomically designed to offer a comfortable operating condition. Enhanced maintainability and durability of a New Backhoe Loader would bring meaningful values for customers. Minimum fuel consumption, worldwide known components and more.  

Brand Name: HYUNDAI 
Model: H940ST
Engine Model : Perkins
Motor Output Power : 100Hp
Operating Weight : 8750 Kg
Control : Joystick

Visit us at Vide Bouteille or contact our office for price. Call 758- 450-RENT (7368) to speak to one of our customer service representatives.

 

MAJOR WORKS IN FULL FORCE ON THE VANARD (VENUS) TO ANSE LA RAYE LINK ROAD.

 General works - drainage, building retaining walls and road works are moving ahead at an incredible pace on the Venus to Anse la Raye Road says the Construction and Industrial Equipment (CIE) Ltd top engineer. This link road is of vital importance to the residents of the surrounding communities.

Since the sod-turming ceremony in March earlier this year works have been going on non-stop.

The complete works on the Vanard (Venus) to Anse La Raye Link Road under the"SLU-DVRP-VAB-RFB-RDS-01-21" consist of:

• Paving works
• Drainage works and culverts
• Gabion baskets
• Concrete works
• Retaining walls and slope stabilization

For many years the Vanard (Venus) to Anse La Raye link road has provided alternate and important access for commuters between the communities of Millet and Anse La Raye. After Hurricane Tomas in 2010 and the Christmas Eve Trough of 2013, the roadway, although still motorable, is compromised and in need of structural rehabilitation.

The project is made available through the cooperation between the European Union (EU) through the European External Action Service (EEAS) and the Government of Saint Lucia through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is expected to last twelve (12) months.

If you can't find the type of product/service you need on our website, just get in touch with us. We may well have the perfect solution for you. If you'd rather have a chat with us, so we can steer you towards the right solution for your needs, give us a call at our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth 450-7247, Monchy (450-7248), Vide Bouteille (450-7246), or Babonneau (450-5759).

LA GUERRE'S STATE-OF-THE-ART SMART PRIMARY SCHOOL TO BE COMPLETED WITHIN A FEW WEEKS!

The above eye-catching front view of Construction and Industrial Equipment (CIE) Ltd masterpiece in La Guerre,Babonneau. 

It's nothing new to know that CIE Ltd has a reputation for delivering quality workmanship within the stipulated time frame. The school should be completed in a view weeks, says an official within the company.

The sod-turning ceremony took place in early June 2021, and the construction works actually got underway in the first week of July.

The new smart La Guerre Primary school comprises a basement, ground floor and a top floor. The top floor houses four classrooms, a library/IT laboratory, and a music room. The ground floor accomodates four classrooms, a sick bay, the staff room and the principal's office. The basement has an open breezeway, male and female washroom facilities, and a janitorial storage area.

All major site  and structural works have been completed; including retaining and perimeter walls. Attention is now being shifted to the final touches to the outer perimeter which is necessary to alleviate the aesthetics before handing over.

More La Guerre School Pics

The top floor  houses four classrooms, a library/IT laboratory, and a music room. The ground floor houses four classrooms, a sick bay, the staff room and the Principal's office. 

The basement  houses an open breezeway, male and female washroom facilities, and a janitorial storage area.

The project is undertaken through funding from the Government of Saint Lucia and co-financed by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) The are executed under the Education Quality Improvement Project (EQuIP). 

The staff and managment of Construction and Industrial Equipment (CIE) Ltd is proud to be associated with the Government of Saint Lucia. 

If you can't find the type of product/service you need on our website, just get in touch with us. We may well have the perfect solution for you. If you'd rather have a chat with us, so we can steer you towards the right solution for your needs, give us a call at our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth 450-7247, Monchy (450-7248), Vide Bouteille (450-7246), or Babonneau (450-5759).

 

VIDE BOUTEILLE NEW PRIMARY SCHOOL IS NOW "OPEN AND FUNCTIONAL."

The new academic year began on Monday and as promised Construction and Industrial Equipment (CIE) Ltd has made it possible for students to utilize the newly constructed primary school at Vide Bouteille. School is "open and functional" says Mr Jeffery McKie, a CIE official. A small contingent of workers are still on site mopping things up. 

It was June 24th  last year at the school grounds that Construction and Industrial Equipment (CIE) Ltd., in conjunction with the Ministry of Education officials held  a sod-turning ceremony was held  to mark the commencement of the construction of the new Vide Bouteille Primary School.  

Within eighteen days of the sod-turning  event, or the week after school closed for the Summer holidays CIE crews were already at work carrying out excavatory  works on site - July 12, 2021, to be exact!

CIE Ltd has delivered as promised when it said the the school will be ready for the New academice year. Congratulations for a job well done.

Below are pics of the new structure.

The new two-storey Vide Bouteille Primary School reinforced concrete building, takes up approximately total floor area of 13,571 sq. ft., which comprises of school teaching and administration space. It is set on a 43,044sq ft. lot. 

Other ammenities include: 

• an external area, open breezeway, 
• parking lot area  for staff, and visitors' vehicles connecting to the existing roadway, 
• wheelchair and pedestrian accesses to building, 
• septic system 
• rainwater harvesting system. 

The project was undertaken through funding from the Government of Saint Lucia and co-financed by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) It was executed under the Education Quality Improvement Project (EQuIP).

Shop with us today or speak with one of our Customer Service Representatives for more details.  Our stores are conveniently located in Corinth 450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248, or Babonneau 450-5759. You can also follow us on FaceBook.

FIND A SOLUTION FOR YOUR DIY PROJECT WITH A RUST-OLEUM PRODUCT.

                    WELCOME TO RUST-OLEUM! 

Rust-Oleum is a great source of protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.

But first, you may ask, “What is Rust-Oleum? Rust-Oleum is a manufacturer of protective paints and coatings for home and industrial use. For nearly a century Rust-Oleum has been the global leader in manufacturing innovative coatings that empower do-it-yourselfers and professionals.

Rust-Oleum is still renowned for its original rust-fighting formula, but today the brand is just as well known for its Rust-Oleum spray paints and Rust-Oleum furniture paints. Rust-Oleum paints deliver ground breaking functionality and performance, previously unseen in the St Lucia paint market. Take a look at the Rust-Oleum paints available at Rayneau for your next up-cycling or craft project.

 1 - Rust-Oleum Stops Rust

Stops Rust provides a long-lasting, durable finish to your project. Resist Moisture and corrosion with high-quality Rust-Oleum Stops Rust paints. Superior coverage and durability. Perfect for outdoor metals, refresh your garden bench or patio table and chairs with the high-quality formula of Stops Rust. Available in a wide array of colors and finishes for your specific purpose. 

Tough, protective finish resists fading, cracking, chipping and peeling. Ideal for use on:

·         Patio Furniture
·         Wrought Iron
·         Wheel barrow
·         Outdoor light fixtures

 2 - Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield

Achieve the maximum adhesion, durability and protection offered by Rust-Oleum Epoxy Shield. One-coat coverage. For high-performance coatings that excel on the most demanding surfaces—with outstanding durability—look to Rust-Oleum Epoxy shield, the #1 trusted brand for protection. Ideal Use:-

·         Garage floors
·         Walls
·         Basement Floors
·         Driveways 

 3 - Rust-Oleum Professional

Resist corrosion and abrasion in demanding industrial and commercial settings. with Rust-Oleum Professional coatings. Druable, long-lasting finish. Excellent coverage, hiding and color retention. Fast drying.

Provide a tough, attractive coating that withstands heavy-duty environments with Rust-Oleum® Professional High Performance Protective Enamel. This commercial-quality finish maintains consistent, corrosion-resistant color—despite the elements.

•     Indoor/outdoor 
•     Gloss, or flat black and white
•     Durable, corrosion-resistant

 4 - Rust–Oleum Porch and Floor Coating

Add the final touch to any porch, patio or walkway with Rust-Oleum® Porch & Floor Coating. This low VOC, urethane-fortified acrylic formula provides durable color retention that protects and enhances outdoor wood and concrete surfaces.  Its UV, weather and mildew resistant finish is easy to maintain and provides excellent coverage over new or previously coated surfaces. Ideal use:-

•          Patios
•          Walkways
•          Wood
•          Porches
•          Concrete
•          Decks
•          Weathered Wood

Rust–Oleum Speciality: In this category we introduce the following products:-

1 - Rust-Oleum® Specialty Farm & Implement provides superior rust protection for tractors, trailers, lawn mowers and other farm implements. Rust-Oleum® Specialty Farm & Implement offers excellent coverage, chip resistance and color retention. This complete assortment matches original equipment colors. Apply to metal or wood. 

•         Heavy Duty
•         Rust Preventive
•         Durable weather resistant finish

 2 - Rust-Oleum® Specialty High Heat Spray retains color and finish up to 1200º F. Apply to grills, wood-burning stoves, radiators, engines or other metal items. Provides rust protection.

•         Indoor/outdoor
•         Durable, corrosion-resistant

 3 - Rust-Oleum® Specialty Chalk Board converts surfaces into a usable chalkboard. (Ideal for teachers both in the classroom and those who give private lessons) Apply to metal,wood, masonry, drywall, plaster, glass, concrete, unglazed ceramics and hardboard. Erases cleanly.

·         Indoor use only

·         Cleans with soap and water

 FOR BEST RESULTS

Allow paint to dry for 3 days. Once cured, prepare surface for chalk by rubbing side of chalk over entire surface and erasing.

Call or visit us today to speak with our Customer sales representative in the Paint & Accessories Department at Corinth (450-7247), Monchy (450-7248), Vide Bouteille (450-7246), or Babonneau (450-5759) for more details on our Rust-Oleum Products.