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Step-by-step DIY guides and how-to projects for the home. Practical advice from someone who has actually done it.
If you’re looking for a high-quality, secure lock for your home or office, the Yale P-M550-CH-65 5 Lever Sashlock is an excellent choice. This lock is designed to provide superior protection against forced entry and is made from high-quality materials to ensure long-lasting durability. One of the key features of the Yale P-M550-CH-65 5 Lever … Read more
An external wooden door frames is a popular choice for many homeowners due to their aesthetic appeal and natural warmth. However, like any other material, a wooden door frame comes with its fair share of issues that can compromise their durability, structural integrity, and aesthetics over time. In this blog post, we will explore some … Read more
I recently installed the Gestech 25 Degree Angle Corner Mount for my Ring Video Doorbell, and I must say that the installation process was surprisingly easy. I needed this mount to angle the camera so that it could capture a better view of the person at the door, as the camera was previously showing too … Read more
If you’re planning to embark on a concrete mixing project, you’ll need a reliable container to mix and transport the concrete. The 43-Litre Garden Flex Tub is an excellent option for this task. I recently purchased one from Aldi and have been thoroughly impressed with its performance. The first thing that stood out to me … Read more
Butt joining timber is a common woodworking technique used to join two or more pieces of wood together to make them longer. This technique is particularly useful when you need a longer piece of timber that is not readily available or when you need to join timber pieces to create a larger structure, such as … Read more
Garden slab paths can be a beautiful addition to any outdoor space, providing a practical and aesthetically pleasing way to navigate your garden. However, over time, the slabs in your path can become loose or uneven, detracting from the overall appearance and posing a potential safety hazard. In this blog post, we will explore the … Read more
A slurry mix for paving slabs is a thin, pourable mixture of cement, water, and often a bonding agent or additive that is used to fill the gaps between paving slabs. This slurry mix can help to provide stability and prevent the slabs from shifting or becoming dislodged over time. To make a slurry mix … Read more
In this post we take you through the stages we used to construct a warm flat EPDM rubber roof i our garage to annex conversion. This meets the current building regulations. There are many ways to construct a warm flat EPDM rubber roof and the materials we used were based on quality rather than cost. … Read more
It is always very difficult to remove tar and bitumen. Tar seems to go everywhere and the more you clean it the further it spreads. It also sticks to your hands and cleaning cloths. Recently on a construction project of my tiny house garage annex conversion project, which you can read more about on this … Read more