Choosing to paint over wallpaper can be a quicker way to revamp a room compared to stripping the...
DIY Decorating Guides
Wallpapering – How to Hang Wallpaper Like an Expert
Wallpapering a room is one of those jobs that, with the correct preparation, can be easier than it...
DIY Brickwork Guides
Dot and Dab – What it is and How it’s Done
If you’re looking for a fast and efficient way to line a masonry wall, dot and dab may be the...
How to Build a Wall – A Guide for Beginners
Building a wall is a fairly easy task, building a wall well is a lot tougher. Bricklaying is a job...
DIY Carpentry Guides
How to Lift Floorboards
Several DIY jobs might require you to lift one or more floorboards. You might need to reach a pipe...
Creating Butt Joints
This guide takes a look at one of the most common joints used in woodworking, the simple but...
DIY Flooring Guides
Guide to Underfloor Heating
Underfloor heating seems to be the new 'wood flooring' of the building and home improvement world...
Restoring Woodblock Flooring
Woodblock or Parquet flooring can be very attractive in any home, but especially in period homes...
DIY Plumbing Guides
Ceramic Taps
Not every plumbing job needs a licensed plumber. In fact there are many small jobs that can easily...
How to Fit Guttering
If you are considering replacing some or all of your gutters, this guide will walk you through each...
DIY Plastering Guides
Fitting a Plasterboard Patch
Small holes in plasterboard, up to about 130mm across, can be filled with a small backing piece and...
What is Insulated Plasterboard?
Insulated plasterboard is a commonly used building material. Insulated plasterboard is comprised of...