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
Laying a Concrete Floor
A rotten or damaged suspended timber floor, on the groundfloor of a house, can usually be replaced...
Sanding a Wood Floor
Having sanded wooden floors can make a big difference to the look and appeal of your house.
DIY Plumbing Guides
Lagging Pipes and Water Tanks
Properly lagging both hot and cold water pipes and tanks is an important part of saving energy and...
Clearing a Blocked Stack or Gully
It is not uncommon for soil stacks and drain gullies to become blocked. Soil stacks can become...
DIY Plastering Guides
Common Types of Plasterboard
Discover the different types of plasterboard available for the DIY market and learn which type is...
How to Apply Undercoat Plaster
When plastering walls, getting the undercoat plaster layer right is an important part of the...