How to Build a Pond in Your Garden
With a bit of forward planning and the right equipment, this DIY job shouldn’t cause you too many problems. Just be aware of the safety issues of having a pond with small children in the household.
Read moreDIY Outdoor guides, projects and tips, from fitting an outside tap and building a pond, to fitting gutters and unblocking a downpipe.
With a bit of forward planning and the right equipment, this DIY job shouldn’t cause you too many problems. Just be aware of the safety issues of having a pond with small children in the household.
Read moreBefore erecting a shed or greenhouse, it is a very good idea to lay down a pad of concrete for it to sit on.
Read moreCreating a raised bed in which to grow your vegetables is a great idea. Soil in a raised be warms up faster than the surrounding soil, meaning you can make the most of your growing period.
Read moreLearn how to anchor posts in concrete, for use when constructing fences and other structures.
Read moreIt is not uncommon for soil stacks and drain gullies to become blocked. Soil stacks can become blocked at any time, but gullies are more prone to get blocked during autumn and winter.
Read moreFitting an Outside Tap makes great sense if you do a lot of gardening or even if you’d just prefer not to have a hose pipe trailing in through the kitchen window every time you want to wash the car.
Read moreImproving your home security needn’t mean spending a fortune on flash burglar alarms (although that’s not to say that alarms are a bad idea!). There are numerous steps you can take to make your home more secure that cost just a few pounds, and some that will cost nothing except a bit of your time.
Read moreEven without an economic downturn and all the problems in the current housing market, it is important that anyone trying to sell their house presents it in the best possible light.
Read moreAny wall not built on a solid surface must have a firm and level foundation. Standard wall foundations consist of a layer of concrete on a bed of hardcore, but if the ground is particularly firm, you can get away with just a thick bed of concrete.
Read moreLaying a Patio successfully requires planning and preparation, along with a solid foundation. Learn how to lay a simple paving
Read moreIf you are considering replacing some or all of your gutters, this guide will walk you through each step of how to fit guttering on your house.
Read moreSmall bubbles, blisters and cracks are a common problems with felted flat roofs. If they are spotted early there is no reason why they need cause serious damage, and no reason for you to replace all of the felting. Check your flat roof as often as possible, particularly at the end of summer and the end of winter as both sun and rain/frost can damage roof felt.
Read moreIf your gutter is overflowing but there is no obvious blockage along the length of the guttering, your downpipe might be blocked. There are several methods you can use to unblock a downpipe, depending on the type of pipe you have and where the blockage is located (top, middle or at the bottom).
Read moreCleaning and maintaining the roof of your conservatory or sun room is one of those once or twice-a-year jobs which
Read moreA shed is many things to many people, from a sanctuary from the wife and kids to simply a space to store that spare half a bag of compost and a few tools.
Read moreWhilst fitting a set of driveway gates may not seem like the most complicated of tasks it should be remembered
Read morePerforming minor repairs and maintenance to your roof is very possible, but you need to work safely and if possible work with a helper. Using the correct tools and equipment is an important part of working safely.
Read moreA leaking gutter is one the most common causes of isolated damp in UK homes, even though it is one of the easiest to spot early and to fix quickly.
Read moreDecking is a great addition to almost any garden, providing you with an attractive and useful seating area.
Read moreCasting new concrete steps requires quite a lot of complicated formwork and is tricky to get right. If you need steps in your garden, it is better and easier to build them from pre-cast slabs and blocks, or even bricks.
Read moreEven if you only have a couple of bikes and a few tools in your shed, the cost of replacing them could still be several hundred pounds. On top of that, tools stored in your unsecured shed could be used to gain access to your house.
Read moreIn the UK, as in many other Northern European countries, an efficient and well maintained rainwater collection and drainage system is essential.
Read moreErecting a Wooden Panel fence (also known as close board fencing) along the boundary to your property is not only good for privacy and security, it can also add to the appeal of your home.
Read moreThe type of aerial you need to receive the digital signal differs from those that were used to receive the
Read moreReclaimed wooden railway sleepers are an excellent alternative to using bricks of blocks for building retaining walls for raised beds.
Read moreThere are several things you can do to make your property as flood-proof as possible. All of the measures explained here can be done yourself, fairly quickly, for relatively small amounts of money
Read moreLearn how to build a stylish brick barbecue that includes cooking, serving and storage areas. The build is easier than
Read moreReplacing worn and split felt on the roof of a shed is essential if you want your tools and other garden equipment to stay in good condition.
Learn how to remove and replace old, worn or ripped shed roof felt in this step-by-step guide.
Read moreWater is one of the biggest enemies of any building, it makes it uncomfortable for the inhabitants and it rots the fabric of the building. There are three main routes to keep the fabric of your shed dry
Read moreWhen constructing a driveway, path or patio, the most important step is creating a firm sub-base for the paving or gravel to sit on.
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