05-11-2025
The countdown to the festive season has officially begun. Soon there will be fairy lights, mince pies… and that one aunt who always notices the things you didn’t get round to fixing.So this year, let’s get ahead of the game. Whether you’re hosting, hunkering down or simply want the place looking a bit more “winter glow” and a bit less “summer aftermath”, we’ve got the hire tools to help you get there — fast.1. Give Your Floors a Glow-UpIf your wooden floors have seen more foot traffic than the high street in December, it might be time for a refresh. Our Floor Sander smooths out scratches, scuffs and “mystery marks” that no one in your household claims responsibility for.A quick sand, a polish — and suddenly your living room looks like it has its life together.https://www.martinplanthire.co...2. Bye-Bye Outdated WallpaperStill living with wallpaper that was definitely a good idea at the time? Enter: the Steam Wallpaper Stripper.It gently persuades your wallpaper to let go — no chisels, no tears (emotional or otherwise).Fresh walls for festive photos? Yes please.https://www.martinplanthire.co...3. The Carpet Comeback StoryCarpets have seen things. Parties. Pets. People with snacks.Our Carpet Cleaner gives your flooring a proper reset — leaving it fresher, brighter, and ready for slipper season.Your guests will think you got new carpets. Shh, we won’t tell.https://www.martinplanthire.co...4. Show the Outdoors Some LoveWinter doesn’t mean the outside gets ignored. Our Surface Prep & Grinding tools help tidy up patios, driveways and walkways — so you can hang wreaths and outdoor lights without tripping over cracked paving or uneven surfaces.Because nothing says festive cheer like a hazard-free front step.https://www.martinplanthire.co...5. Tile Like You Mean ItUpdating a hallway, bathroom or fireplace surround? The Floor Tile Cutter is your secret to clean edges and a pro finish.No chipped corners. No “that’ll do” moments. Just crisp lines and a festive home glow.https://www.martinplanthire.co...Why Hire (Instead of Panic Buying Tools You’ll Use Once)?No clutter.No regret purchases.The right tool, right when you need it.And our team makes sure you know how to use it — properly.This is festive prep made smart.Let’s Get Your Home Season-ReadyWhether it’s a big refresh or a quick tidy-up, Martin Plant Hire is here to help you look organised and on top of things — even if the reality is… a different story entirely.Pop into your local depot or give us a call.We’ll get you set up (and finished) before the first mince pie is served.
06-10-2025
As the days get shorter and the nights draw in, the right lighting makes all the difference — whether it’s for construction sites, roadworks, events, or outdoor maintenance. At Martin Plant Hire, we’ve got a full range of lighting solutions to keep your projects running safely, efficiently, and on time, no matter the season.Here are some of our top picks this autumn and winter:Battery Operated LED UplightPortable, efficient, and bright, our LED uplights deliver 360° illumination at 3600 Lumens. With up to 30 hours of light per charge and 95% efficiency compared to traditional bulbs, this is your go-to for small sites and indoor areas where flexibility is key.ECO Tower LightNeed big light with a small footprint? The ECO Tower Light gives up to 200 hours of run time on one tank of fuel, making it the environmentally friendly choice for roadworks, large sites, and outdoor events. Plus, its AMOSS safety kit lowers the mast automatically if moved — keeping your site safe.Festoon LightingPerfect for walkways and gangways, our festoon lights are supplied ready to go, giving you instant, low-level light in continuous runs. Simple to set up and ideal for scaffolding or temporary spaces.Halogen Magnetic LightsGot a steel-framed building? Magnetic lights attach directly to exposed steelwork, keeping floors clear and giving you light exactly where you need it — with no tripods in the way.Tower LightsOur mobile tower light rigs are quick to set up, easy to operate, and perfect for remote sites, outdoor events, and roadworks. Maximum brightness, minimum effort.Inspection LampsFor those hard-to-reach corners, a hand-held inspection lamp gives you portable, focused lighting — ideal for maintenance and inspection tasks.Light Up Your Next ProjectFrom eco-friendly tower lights to portable LEDs, Martin Plant Hire has lighting solutions to suit every site and every season.Browse the full range here: https://www.martinplanthire.co.uk/hire/category/lighting-and-power
02-10-2025
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05-08-2025
With longer days, better weather (sometimes!), and projects piling up, it’s the perfect time to get things done. Whether you're laying a patio, tackling overgrown lawns, or keeping cool at an event, Martin Plant Hire has your back with the right gear for the job.
25-04-2025
Due to essential maintenance being carried out on our IT and Telephone systems from 4.00 pm on Friday 25th April until 7.30 am on Monday 28th April, you may experience an issue if you are trying to contact us by telephone. If this happens please call us on 07837386556 and we will ensure any essential matters are attended to as soon as possible.
20-12-2024
All our locations are operating Friday 20th December and Monday 23rd December as normal, from 7.30am until 5pm.
04-11-2024
We are excited to announce that Martin Plant Hire has officially achieved the Environmental ISO 14001:2015 accreditation. We've always had our Environmental Policies internally and made the most environmentally conscious decisions possible, but this year we put the resources behind getting ourselves externally accredited to give you the peace of mind that when you hire with us, you're hiring with a business that takes its commitment to our environment seriously.
30-05-2024
26-04-2024
We are thrilled to say we've reached a huge milestone in 2024 by reaching our 50th year in business!
22-08-2018
As the scorching summer starts to fade into our memories, now's a good time to make sure your home is ready for the cooler, wetter weather. A few simple checks and preparations now can save a lot of bother and expense later. Here's our list of tips and reminders. Power through these and then you can relax, knowing that your home is tickety boo.
22-08-2018
We've had a pretty decent summer this year. But once autumn arrives, who knows what each day's weather will bring. There's a good chance we'll experience some unpredictable weather. And high winds and heavy rain can cause problems around your garden. Here are some tips to help you make sure your garden's ready for autumn, so you head into the harsher winter months with everything as you like it.
27-07-2018
A patio is just another way of saying ‘a paved area' in your garden. It lets you make more of your garden, whether that's entertaining or just relaxing. And it's a low-maintenance option so, once you've built it, you'll not have too much to do to keep it looking great.
27-06-2018
Making your own BBQ pit requires a little bit of work. But think of all the fun times you'll have once you've built it - that should keep you going.
31-05-2018
Cleaning your gutters is one of these jobs it's easy to put off. It's not exactly the most obvious way to look after your home. But it's an important task. It can lead to property damage and an avoidable bill to pay. If your gutters are full of debris then they can't move water away as they should. Which means water gets where you don't want it to get. It can get in behind the gutters and cause damp problems, it can cause wooden fascias to warp and rot and it can even cause damage to your brickwork if it's left unchecked for a longer period.
19-04-2018
If you've decided to create a new outdoor space using decking, you've come to the right place. We've got all the tools you'll need for the project. But before you start laying your deck, there are a few things to think about first.
01-04-2018
There's obviously the aesthetic reason - a stump is unsightly. And a stump often takes up space that could otherwise be put to better use. You might also find that your stump has problems with suckering - where new shoots and growth occur on the trunk and the roots. Even if your stump is completely dead, it can still cause problems. Root diseases, like honey fungus, can spread across the garden - so it's worth making sure they can't take root by removing the stump.
01-04-2018
Scarifying is a process that you carry out to remove organic matter (usually this is mostly weeds and previous grass cuttings) from around the base of your grass. It removes this lateral growth and helps to aerate the soil - which promotes healthy, uniformed growth. If you don't do scarify your lawn it will start to struggle as light and water will be unable to reach the roots of the grass. As water can't drain into the grass due to the organic matter blocking it, here in Scotland, where it rains a lot, you are likely to end up with water sitting on the surface, making your lawn soggy, unattractive and unusable.
02-03-2018
Welcome to a new year, a brand new website and our first Blog post! We hope you find our new siteengaging and easy to navigate; be sure to look out for exciting promotions and offers on a regularbasis. We will also be providing incisive comment and observations on relevant industrydevelopments. Feel free to add your own comments, we'd love to hear from you.
02-03-2018
Are you a Martin Plant Hire Account Customer? Did you know that we offer our account customers a wide range of customer reports online? To register access to our on line reporting system, please call 08700 50 80 60 to discuss or e-mail admin@martinplanthire.co.uk to arrange a secure login.