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How To Build a Soundproof Room
Creating a soundproof room is an excellent project for those looking to create a peaceful environment, free from external noise. Whether you’re setting up a home studio, a private study, or simply wish to enjoy tranquility in your living space, this guide will walk you through the essentials of building a soundproof room, with a focus on optimizing for the …
Read More »Sales of Sound Insulation Boom During Coronavirus Lockdown
240% increase in sound insulation foam sales with Coronavirus drastically changing the way we conduct our lives, with millions now remote-working.
Read More »Rockwool for Sound Insulation & Fire Protection
Roger continues the extension series with some Rockwool insulation roll installation to deal with sound transmission and fire protection.
Read More »Rockwool Sound Insulation review
In this Rockwool Sound Insulation review Roger Bisby finds the product has come a long way since it’s ultra itchy conception. It seems to me from my visits to sites that many builders and loft converters don’t attach very much importance to sound insulation. This is a great pity because good sound insulation is an important indicator of a quality …
Read More »How Would You Joist Out a Round Room?
📪 Newsletter: http://skill-builder.uk/signup Self-Leveling 360° Laser Level 🔗 https://amzn.to/3V6aRLR Roger follows Dan fixing the floor beams in his latest oast house project. ________________________________________ Fitting floor beams in an ancient building, such as renovating an oast house, requires careful consideration to preserve the integrity of the historical structure and ensure the new beams are installed securely and safely. An oast house, …
Read More »Noisy Radiator Mystery: Does Jim from Plumberparts Have a Solution?
This is a tough one, so Roger calls in the cavalry in the form of James Lawrence of Plumberparts.
Read More »Smarter Gardens: Building Modern Thinking Into Classic Garden Design
Gardens have always been a cherished part of homes, but beyond their aesthetic and therapeutic appeal, gardens have a tangible impact on property value.
Read More »Breaking Ground: 2023 Extension Build Ep.1
Building an Extension on a Budget in the UK: The Initial Stages, from Groundworks to Concrete Foundations
Read More »End Of The Road For The Skill Builder Team
In the final part of our West Country series, we take a look around Boscastle, Tintagel, Trevillet Mill, Rocky Valley and the South West Coast Path.
Read More »Megabuild Acoustics: Why Vibration Control is Vital For Luxury Hotels
Adam Fox from Mason UK explains why megabuild acoustics and vibration are a growing problem for many hotels in London and what can be done about it.
Read More »How to Make This Lintel Replacement Look Good
Roger looks at another lintel problem for Paul Fenwick.
Read More »Inventory Management 101 : 3 Suggestions for Small Businesses
Unlike larger organisations, smaller retailers must be cautious when making stock-related decisions due to the costs they can incur and the variety of choices available.
Read More »Installing External Wall Insulation – Is it a DIY Job?
Our guide to external wall insulation, with EWI Store are here to help. They take a whole-system approach to external wall insulation, stocking all the materials required to help installers achieve a stand-out result.
Read More »ROCKWOOL Extends Trade Range With UK & Ireland’s Most Thermally Efficient Stone Wool Insulation
ROCKWOOL has launched Thermal Insulation Cavity Slab 32 and Thermal Frame Slab 32 providing installers with the most thermally efficient stone wool insulation currently available in the UK and Ireland.
Read More »Essential Tips To Succeed In Land Development
Savills' latest land analysis reveals the value of greenfield land rose to 3.9% in the third quarter of 2021.
Read More »How To Fix Low Water Pressure Problems with AccuBoost
I have been a plumber for over 40 years and one question I have heard over and over again is “What can you do to improve my mains water pressure?”. For a lot of my career, the answer was “not much” because boosting the flow and pressure on water mains used to require a complicated and expensive set-up or a …
Read More »What’s That Noise Coming From Under The Floor?
Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send In Ask Skill Builder episode 35 Effy and Alex are hearing weird popping sounds coming from underneath their kitchen floor.
Read More »Plasterboard — Why All The Colours?
Why are there so many different types of plasterboard? Roger explains.
Read More »Spray Foam Insulation — The Ugly Truth?
Roger explains the pros and cons of having spray foam insulation in your house. Spray foam insulation explained by the Which? Team. Also called spray polyurethane foam (SPF), it is an alternative to traditional building insulation. It’s versatile and can be used to insulate your roof, loft, walls and floor, helping to retain warmth and reduce energy costs. PROS AND …
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