Skill Builder Guides & reviews for building and construction
Knauf ProRoll Max is a roller-applied plaster to level the surface of existing walls and ceilings. It is Ideal for covering up textured backgrounds, such as Artex.
Read More »Roll On Plaster ~ Is It Any Good?
Why Does Roger Hate Push Fit Waste Pipe?
Roger looks at some troublesome push-fit pipework in a bathroom.
Read More »Metal Stud Walling Made Easy ~ Knauf Performer
The Knauf Performer system is lightweight, strong, easy to install, and can be specified confidently for an enormous range of applications.
Read More »UK Set for Building Boom as 20,500 Planning Applications Approved per Month
Research by debt advisory specialists, Sirius Property Finance, has revealed which areas of Britain look set for a property building boom.
Read More »Driveway Double Gates – Made to Measure
Abe from Skill Builder follows Sam and Jen on another building job. They're showing us how to hang some heavy-duty bespoke driveway gates this time.
Read More »Knock It Down or Save It? You Decide
Roger looks at the front of a house which needs some attention but where would you start?
Read More »New College Durham Launches Retrofit Course to Tackle Green Skills Gap
New College Durham is launching a new course which aims to address the retrofitting skills gap and provide the first step towards in-demand careers.
Read More »Brownfield Sites: Can They Solve the Housing Crisis?
Great Britain has an undersupply of housing but the good news is that there are 21,000 brownfield sites covering nearly 25,000 acres across the UK.
Read More »What’s Supporting This Troublesome Chimney?
Roger helps Jeff figure out the best approach to making his chimney safe.
Read More »Trousers That Work as Hard as You Do – Only From Snickers Workwear
With as many as 40,000 stitches and up to 64 pieces of fabric in a single pair of Snickers Workwear trousers, it’s little wonder they’re built to last and the preferred choice of discerning tradesmen and women.
Read More »Why Hasn’t This Simple Problem Been Fixed?
Roger has another example of a problem with a simple solution that has escaped the manufacturers. This is easily solved with an arrow to indicate the water flow. Drayton needs to follow the example set by Honeywell.
Read More »Watch This Before Extending Your Home (common mistake)
Ventilating the sub floor in your house properly, will help to prevent damp and moisture damage, plus the installation cost isn’t very high. In this video, Roger looks at a badly prepared floor where the ventilation has been compromised.
Read More »Marley Alutec Fascia and Guttering Adds Final Touch to Striking New-Build
Marley Alutec has delivered a marine-grade aluminium guttering and fascia solution for an impressive new build property in rural Scotland.
Read More »SUNOTEC Builds Solar Parks With 2.3 Gigawatt Output
2022 turned out to be a successful year for the market leader in ground-mounted photovoltaic plants connecting more than 70 new solar parks to the grid.
Read More »4 Roofers Couldn’t Solve This Damp Chimney. Can You?
Roger takes a look at a problem Carl Fielding has with a leaking chimney.
Read More »Why Is The Wall Damp & How Did He Fix It?
Wicking, also known as capillary action, occurs when moisture is drawn up a wall from the ground. This is typically due to a lack of, or a faulty damp-proof course, but It is also essential to maintain proper drainage and regularly check for cracks or defects in the walls.
Read More »Mystery Leak Reveals Schoolboy Error
Here we address a very common problem that keeps cropping up on Skill Builder.
Read More »10 Things You Need to Look for When Buying Your First Home
Buying your first home can be an overwhelming experience. It's essential to remember that this is the biggest purchase you'll ever make, and it's essential to take the time to research and make informed decisions.
Read More »Upgrade Your Shower with Fresh Silicone — DIY Guide
Enhance your DIY skills, learn a life-long skill and say goodbye to expensive handyman fees!
Read More »Snickers Workwear’s NEW Stretch Trousers Work as Hard as You Do
It’s the innovative design and sustainable fabric technology in the newest Work Trousers for men and women from Snickers Workwear that really set them apart from other brands.
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