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Visit one of our Festool Megastores
In the East Midlands? Why not visit one of our five Protrade depots that offer Festool sales, a Festool repair facility, and PAT testing? Each depot has excellent stocks, impressive displays, and demonstration areas.
Our staff members are highly trained with intimate knowledge and problem-solving ability. To contact any Protrade Depot by telephone, call Central Sales & Support at 03452 60 20 80 or email sales@protrade.co.uk.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday 7.30 am until 5.30 pm
Saturdays from 8.00 am to 12.30 pm
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Festool constantly looks forward to new ideas and innovation… connecting not only through their products but also with their distributors and end-users. To this day, Festool remains a family-owned business, that focuses on maintaining a corporate culture that is focused on regional roots, high standards, sustainable success, appreciation of our employees, and a “sense of unity” in the company’ The company motto ‘Inspired by craftspeople’ will continue, with the launch of new and exciting solutions, as the brand goes from strength to strength.
As an authorised Festool System partner, we can also offer official Festool spare parts and our Service Centre has the expertise to repair tools, should they require attention. Festool has grown to become a key brand for Protrade, with a shared company culture of quality, innovation and excellent functionality.
Over 90 Years of Passion For Making World Class Power Tools
Discover Festool keeps you up to date with the latest from German tool maker Festool, including current Protrade promotions, upcoming events, warranties, and brand-new products about to launch on the UK market.
Festool believes that manufacturing tools for professional tradespeople is one thing, however, developing first-class power tools literally in the hands of tradespeople is quite another. In the process, we attach great importance to quality and reliability. This means that power tools produced by Festool are built to last and that every investment made is worthwhile.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why should I choose Festool?
Festool communicates with real tradespeople in order to find out what is needed from a power tool when designing and developing their new products. They aim to make life easier and more productive for their customers.
Many Festool power tools have been used for 30 years or longer. The long service life of Festool professional tools is no coincidence. This is one thing Festool focuses on in designing and manufacturing their tools, they are to be high-performing and robust yet reliable and lightweight, such as bench-mounted circular saws, hammer drills, and all types of sanding machines, such as eccentric sanders and belt sanders and many more. All tools from Festool originate from practical applications.Along with excellent tools, Festool offers outstanding-quality services Festool is a reliable partner at your side during your tool’s entire service life. All you have to do is register your tool with Festool online. If you need any advice on how to do this, please contact a member of the Protrade team.
- What are the most popular Festool Tools?
Festool tools are designed with craftspeople in mind, that being said the perfect tool will depend on the job at hand.
That being said, the latest campaign by Festool ‘Festool With You Everyday’ shares the real-life stories of those working in the different trades, from sanding furniture to joinery and timber construction, there is a story from everyone. The professionals also share their favourite Festool range tools and why they use them for everyday tasks. This gives you an idea of the most popular Festool tools that are used within different industries.
- Are Saw Blades Interchangeable Between Old & New Festool Plunge Saws?
In April 2021, Festool reduced the kerf of their plunge saw blades, on both the corded and corded plunge saws – from 2.2mm to 1.8mm. These thinner blades cut much faster, reduce the load on the saw’s motor and also extends the battery runtime of the cordless saws. Unfortunately, the old and new blades are not interchangeable between old and new models of plunge saws, due to the corresponding thickness of the riving knife, so always check the blade kerf when replacing an old plunge saw blade. To find out more about saw blades needed for plunge saws please click here.
- What are the benefits of Festool Dust Extractors and which one do I need?
It’s no surprise that dust is bad for you, and it’s incredibly important that you protect yourself from dust at all times. If you have ever embarked upon a DIY project such as fitting a new kitchen, bathroom or simply re-decorating, a common complaint is the amount of dust it generates.
Festool has long been regarded as a one of the best portable dust extractor manufacturers on the market. Their entire range of power tools always considers the removal of dust at source and extraction outlets are designed into rather than added on to the tool.
This premium power tool manufacturer regards the dust extractor as the foundation of any power tool system, as it not only promotes safe working but also makes for a convenient transport device once other power tools are secured on top of the extractor using Festool systainers.
If you are using the extractor at construction sites, a smaller and more compact machine is considerably easier to carry. The CTM MIDI or CTM 26 by Festool are suitable for this purpose, for example.CT-SYS, CTL MINI, or MIDI Festool extractors are recommended for light drilling work, cleaning loose dirt and carrying out repairs or cleaning work at construction sites. To find out more about which class of dust extractor you may need click here.
Festool has also put together an incredibly useful guide to advise you which dust extractor you should buy, depending on the work you’ll be carrying out. To check it out, click here.
- Can I spread the cost with Finance Options?
At Protrade we want to make sure that you have the best tools available to do the job right. We all know that having the best of anything can be expensive, but at Protrade we offer a variety of finance options that help you spread the cost of your payments over time. To read more about all of the different options available click here or email our sales team at sales@protrade.co.uk.
- Why Choose Protrade?
With over 50 years’ experience we are one of the leading tool repair companies in the UK. Our highly experienced service technicians are trained to original manufacturers’ standards
Should your Festool tool fail during the three-year warranty period, there’s no requirement to dig out original proof of purchase invoices, and you also don’t need to find any warranty certification either.
All repairs are covered by an additional 3-month warranty. Stocked spare parts are also available next day.
Festool With You Every Day
Festool With You Everyday highlights the versatility of Festool tools and their ability to be used for a variety of everyday tasks. The campaign features a series of stories by real tradespeople that showcase Festool tools being used for everything from sanding furniture to joinery and timber construction.
Spread The Payments On Festool With Klarna
1. Spend £99 or more
Klarna payment plans are available on any orders between £99 and £8000 inc. vat. The basket can be made up of as many items as you like.
2. Select Klarna
Select ‘Pay in Installments’ at checkout, then ‘Place Order’. A new window will present you with your finance options and repayment illustrations. Choose whichever suits your needs.
3. Select your finance offer
Fill out the short form to apply for financing and receive an instant answer. Then enter your payment details with either a Direct Debit or Credit/Debit Card depending on finance option.
4. Manage your payments on the Klarna app
Download the Klarna App to manage your payments and view all transactions. You will also see how much you have left to repay and stay on top of budgeting.
