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SHOW BLOOM - Light colour - 1 litre
Product code: 1635
A specially formulated Bloom additive, which is recommended to be used in conjunction with Purl Dip in a dipping bath situation.
The fleeces of sheep suitably dipped or sprayed with a solution of Show Bloom will be enhanced and coloured to whatever degree is required. Used especially for shows and sales to give that "biscuit" oatmeal colour as much favoured by the Suffolk bred.
The container holds 1 litre and it is normally recommended that 500ml (half the container) should be added to 250 gallon of dip clean water. Make sure you stir the dip contents well to ensure a good mix! If you require a slightly darker colour add small additional amounts until you arrive at the desired colour.
Care should be taken to use in accordance with the instructions of the manufacturer and it is often wise to test a small amount to see the results before "plunging" your prize exhibit in the tub!
The colour will completely fade within a period of approximately twelve weeks. The colour is fully scourable and can be washed out with soap and clean water.
Price: £23.50
(Including: VAT at 17.5%)
PURL DIP - 4.5 litres
Product code: 1545
Popular fleece dip with exhibitors preparing sheep for shows or sheep sales. Adds lustre and a slight colour to the wool so as to give a natural appearance after being put through the dip. Gives a degree of Fly Strike protection
Especially valuable on long woollen breeds, i.e. Romney's, Lincoln Longwools or similar breeds. Should be use several weeks before a show or sale to give the wool time to regain it natural style.
Can be used in conjunction with Bloom dip for show and sale purposes.
The recommended dilution rate is:
1 gallon of dip (4.5 litres) to every 80 gallons of water (360 litres)
Customers should please note.
For the best results a clean dip is important and necessary.
Replenish the dip regularly in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
Dipping is considered best done early in the morning.
Stand sheep to drain and rest after dipping and before returning to pastures.
Avoid days of impending rain.
Do not dip with wet fleeces.
Sheep should not be dipped when tired, hot, or immediately after herding.
Remember - Dips are harmful to humans, other livestock and wildlife.
Take all recommended precautions.
If in doubt contact your local DEFRA offices for dipping advice.
IMPORTANT.
In the event of an emergency arising with use of this Dip full details of the product may be found in the section of our web site which contains the appropriate
Material Data Safety Sheet
for this product provided by the manufacturer, and may be printed off for further use if necessary.
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Price: £26.50
(Including: VAT at 17.5%)
LE SHAPE - 1 litre - Concentrated
Product code: 1548
Many down breeds such as the Suffolk's, Hampshire's, Southdown's, Romney's and Rayland's are shown in a style which requires the wool to be "set". Generally they will be shown in a "shorn" with a fibre length of about 1 to 2 inches. The exhibitor seeks to give the wool a "firm" appearance and may wish to introduce and hold an element of "shape" without altering the natural style.
Le Shape for the tighter Body!
Traditionally used at virtually every show this is the stuff of champions! By spraying the fleece as you card, you can build up the required degree of "hold" to give you the close texture, which is the hallmark of the quality show animal. Now available either "ready mixed for immediate use" or in "concentrate form to be diluted before use" Apply continuously to the fleece until you achieve the desired effect. Further application can be applied, and no washing out of the fleeces after showing is necessary.
GROOMING TIP!
Once you have completed both the trimming and carding, finally before entering the ring use a "flattening " board to give that perfectly flat back and to shape the sides. Sprinkle a small amount of grooming oil on the board and spread over the surface. Using the board "iron" the back flat, the oil will give a "natural" lustre to the wool.
NB. A flattening board is a piece of smooth wood - ideally oak or elm about the size of an A4 sheet of paper and about 3/8th -inch thick, with a handle in the centre Looks rather like a plasters trowel but a bit larger! These were always used in the 1920-60's by the old showmen of the day.
"BUY" AWARD
We don't make a habit of giving a "BUY" recommendation. Products can only qualify by being of special value and effectiveness in their field of use.
In the case of this product we are happy to award a
"BUY"
recommendation.
Price: £19.51
(Including: VAT at 17.5%)
LE SHAPE - 1 litre - Diluted
Product code: 1550
Many down breeds such as the Suffolk's, Hampshire's, Southdown's, Romney's and Rayland's are shown in a style which requires the wool to be "set". Generally they will be shown in a "shorn" with a fibre length of about 1 to 2 inches. The exhibitor seeks to give the wool a "firm" appearance and may wish to introduce and hold an element of "shape" without altering the natural style.
Le Shape for the tighter Body!
Traditionally used at virtually every show this is the stuff of champions! By spraying the fleece as you card, you can build up the required degree of "hold" to give you the close texture, which is the hallmark of the quality show animal. Now available either " diluted and ready mixed for immediate use" or in "concentrate form to be diluted before use" Apply continuously to the fleece until you achieve the desired effect. Further application can be applied, and no washing out of the fleeces after showing is necessary.
GROOMING TIP!
Once you have completed both the trimming and carding, finally before entering the ring use a "flattening " board to give that perfectly flat back and to shape the sides. Sprinkle a small amount of grooming oil on the board and spread over the surface. Using the board "iron" the back flat, the oil will give a "natural" lustre to the wool.
NB. A flattening board is a piece of smooth wood - ideally oak or elm and about the size of an A4 sheet of paper and 3/8th -inch thick, with a handle in the centre Looks rather like a plasters trowel but a bit larger! These were always used in the 1920-60's by the old showmen of the day.
"BUY" AWARD
We don't make a habit of giving a "BUY" recommendation. Products can only qualify by being of special value and effectiveness in their field of use.
In the case of this product we are happy to award a
"BUY"
recommendation.
Price: £5.86
(Including: VAT at 17.5%)
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