Skill Builder Guides & reviews for building and construction
Snickers Workwear takes personal wellbeing at work very seriously. That's why this range of Hi-Vis protective wear is streets ahead of anything else.
Read More »Enhanced Visibility and Safety With Snickers Workwear Hi-Vis
Seismic Savings in Blast Protection
Seismic activity may be rare in the UK, but many buildings and critical infrastructure need to be protected from blasts.
Read More »Moving Heavy Steel Beams ~ 35A Extension #6
Another vintage episode from the 35A Extension series where we see Roger and Steve shift some heavy steels around.
Read More »Why Doesn’t Every Decorator Know This?
Roger visits Handford + Green to see how they make their high-performance paint. https://www.hanfordandgreen.com About Hanford + Green Hanford + Green was established by a team with decades of experience in paint manufacturing, building and commercial decorating. They set out to provide high-performance paint that the commercial sector needs, meeting each of the challenges of large-scale commercial projects head-on.
Read More »Laying Clay Roof Tiles ~ Extension Build #8
In Part 8 of our How To Build An Extension series, the roofers are in to show us how to tile a roof using reclaimed clay tiles from Swallow’s Tiles. http://www.sihg.org.uk/swallowsrooftiles
Read More »Hellberg Safety Launch New Safety Eyewear
Renowned for its hi-spec PPE that includes hearing and face protection, Hellberg Safety is launching a new range safety eyewear.
Read More »Solutions for Treating Damp with Damian Wallis
Roger is joined by Damian Wallis of Safeguard Europe, the leading manufacturer and supplier of specialist damp-proofing and waterproofing products. https://www.safeguardeurope.com Safeguard has grown to become a market leader in the UK and now exports throughout the world. All products are manufactured under an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality & environmental control system, audited by the BSI. The product …
Read More »How To Lay Paving Perfectly With Tobermore
Roger helps Sperrin Paving complete an ambitious 3-day installation using a range of great products from Tobermore.
Read More »Britain’s Home Moving Hotspots Revealed
Where have we moved home the most? - Britain’s home moving hotspots revealed. Nearly 800,000 home moves have taken place in the last year.
Read More »Solar Energy Trends in 2021
It’s easy to see that going solar presents many benefits. With all of that said, how is the solar market doing in 2021? Here’s a closer look.
Read More »Straight String Line Trick ~ 2-Minute Tip
Before he pitches the roof on our new extension series, James shows us a quick 2-minute tip for getting a super straight string line.
Read More »Snickers Workwear High-Performance Jackets
Snickers jackets include features that focus on fit and freedom of movement as well as using innovative fabrics that deliver long-lasting protection.
Read More »Rain & Snow Delay Brickies ~ How To Build An Extension #6
Rain and snow delays force James onto the blockwork in part 6 of our 2 storey extension series.
Read More »How to Lay Underfloor Heating in a Screed
Roger shows us how he installs radiant underfloor heating in a screed.
Read More »Home Improvement Trade Body Warns Government Not to Ignore Tradespeople
Call for Government to support the home improvement industry and play a part in the economic recovery now that the route out of lockdown is clear.
Read More ȣ171.7bn Worth of Property Was Sold in 2020
Despite Covid causing a -38% decrease, the property market in the UK saw a total of £171.7bn worth of residential property sold in 2020.
Read More »Makita Expands Its XGT 40v Range of High Performance Cordless Tools
Makita has expanded its cordless 40Vmax XGT range with the HR005GZ01 Rotary Hammer, LS002GZ01 Mitre Saw & GA038GZ07 Angle Grinder.
Read More »The best cities for loved up tenants looking to rent together
The latest research from the international rental marketplace, Spotahome, has revealed which cities provide the best offering for loved up tenants looking to rent together. Spotahome analysed available rental stock across 14 European cities and looked at which was home to the most abundant level of rental homes classified as ‘perfect for couples’ as a percentage of all rental stock listed …
Read More »Vaccine Factory Tragedy Demands Fire Safety Rethink
Fitting a temporary fire alarm during construction activity can save lives, prevents costly delays, and protects your investment, facts supported by a growing number of industry bodies. The call comes after a fire in January at one of the world’s largest vaccine producers killed five workers in Pune, western India. The blaze started at a new factory building, adjoined to …
Read More »Elastomers develop stronger bonds of attachment
Elastomers are the soft, elastic materials, like gels and rubbers, that are found in automobile and aeroplane parts, in sports equipment, and are used to protect precision machinery and buildings against vibrations.
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