Skill Builder Guides & reviews for building and construction
Working out common rafters, hips and valleys, Daniel Cox shows us how to use his Ultimate Roofing Square to quickly and accurately pitch a roof.
Read More »Common Rafters, Hips & Valleys with Ultimate Roofing Square
10 Plumbing Issues To Check Before Buying a Home
Imagine you’ve finally found the house of your dreams. There’s enough room for your family to grow and the neighbourhood is idyllic. You can’t wait to open a new chapter in your life. However, there is one thing that the sellers are trying to hide from you. The property comes together with major plumbing issues. Fixing it costs a small …
Read More »New Makita 40v Brushless Circular and Reciprocating Saws
Makita UK has added the HS004G Circular Saw and JR001G Reciprocating Saw to its new XGT 40V Max range of high-performance cordless tools. Both machines have been engineered to make high-demand work quicker, easier and safer. The Makita 40v 190mm HS004G Circular Saw features Makita’s brushless motor technology for improved efficiency and longer battery life. It has twin LED job lights, …
Read More »Makita 40V Max Brushless Rotary Hammers Offer Outstanding Performance
Makita UK has introduced its new XGT range of cordless high-performance 40V Max tools, with the addition of two models of rotary hammer, a new combi-drill and an impact driver – ideal for heavy-duty applications where cordless may not have previously coped. All four new products benefit from Makita’s advanced brushless motor technology. The HR003G and HR004G 40V Max Brushless …
Read More »Makita has Four New 40V Angle Grinders in New XGT Range
Makita has launched four new 40V brushless angle grinder models as part of its exciting new XGT range – Makita’s new, powerful cordless 40V lithium-ion battery platform, affording users with high levels of power for demanding jobs with the flexibility and portability of cordless. For professional use in high demand industrial applications, the new brushless angle grinders are engineered to …
Read More »Cutwrights Cutting, Edging & Drilling – Capel #24
Cutwrights offer a cutting, edging and drilling service that Robin has been happily using for years. One of his most anticipated videos of the year and he loved every minute of his factory tour. www.cutwrights.com _____________________________________________ Download the EGGER Decorative Collection app 🔽 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.egger.vdsmobileapp&hl=en_GB 🔽 Apple iOS App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/egger-decorative-collection/id414414353 _____________________________________________ Cutwrights Cutting Service Helping craftspeople to produce …
Read More »How to Build Yourself a Professional Website
Can you learn how to build yourself a professional website? Websites are your shop front. A sleek looking website tells your customer ‘Hello, I care about looking good for you! And also I know how to use spell check!’ Therefore, it’s worth learning how to build yourself a professional website. Your website may be the first impression a customer gets …
Read More »Chisel Sharpening Tools & NEW Oire Nomi Japanese Set
Sharpening chisels is something Robin enjoys and now he has a beautiful Japanese Oire Nomi Chisel Set for his ever-growing collection.
Read More »Makita XGT – Power Up with the New 40V Max Range
Makita XGT 40V Max is the new stand-alone cordless battery platform from Makita... Here we are introducing Makita’s range of highest power cordless solutions yet: XGT 40V Max. The XGT range of machines - including combi drills, grinders, rotary hammers, impact drivers, circular saws and reciprocating saws - offers high output, durability and fast charge times, keeping you working for longer without disruption.
Read More »Install a NEW Baxi Boiler with Google Nest Thermostat E
https://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/save-time-and-energy Phil and Roger install the third in our series of Baxi boiler installations along with the Google Nest Thermostat E control system. ================================== Products featured in this episode Baxi Platinum 40 (ErP) Combi Boiler https://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/boilers/boilers-by-brand/baxi IPS HomeScale Protect Inline Scale Reducer https://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/homescale-protect-1-inline-scale-reducer HydroGuard 0.16L Stainless Steel Shock Arrestor https://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/hydroguard-stainless-steel-shock-arrestor Fernox TF1 Omega Filter 22mm https://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/fernox-tf1-omega-filter-22mm-no-valves Fernox F1 Protector https://www.mrcentralheating.co.uk/fernox-f1-protector-500ml …
Read More »EasyBuild UK supports County Contractors with their innovative software
County Contractors is a leading refurbishment specialist, specialising in large scale, high profile projects for over 40 years. The Somerset-based commercial refurbishment company had an ageing, existing finance system that was already painfully unstable and unreliable. In order for Country Contractors to continue running a profitable business and meet new visions the company knew they needed new efficient tools. Once …
Read More »A Builder’s View of Venice
Roger digs out some old photos and takes a look at a builder’s view of Venice and the challenges that face the trades in this historic City. Team SB were booked up to visit Venice in March to research rising damp before COVID-19 came along and changed the plans. #Venezia #VeniceItaly #VeniceCanals
Read More »How to Make Fibrous Plaster Mouldings – KB#10
James shows us his fibrous cornice plastering technique in King Build #10. Contact fibrous plasterer James Foster: 07900 915194 Our thanks go to James King for letting Roger film this extension project series. The Supreme Finishing Company can be contacted by following the link below. https://thesupremefinishingcompany.co.uk #KingBuild #ExtensionBuilding #FibrousPlastering
Read More »The Completed Project – Garden Room #8
Robin gives us a tour of the completed garden room. This type of garden room is ideal for use as an office, photographic studio, workshop, man cave or playroom.
Read More »CHAS and Checkatrade Announce New Partnership
CHAS, the Health & Safety accreditation specialist, has signed an agreement with Checkatrade that will see the two organisations work together to help their trade members boost their accredited status and availability for work… Checkatrade is one of the UK’s leading directories of recommended, vetted and monitored trade experts, while CHAS helps construction clients to find certified contractors. The joint …
Read More »Green Oak Feather Edge Cladding – Garden Room #7
Robin is cladding again with feather edge green oak and our Garden Room project is almost complete.
Read More »Timber Treatment with Roxil Wood Protection Cream
https://www.safeguardeurope.com/products/roxil/roxil-wood-protection-cream A unique timber treatment, Roxil Wood Protection Cream is a silicone cream emulsion offering protection for 10+ years with a single coat. It protects wood from moisture, preventing degraded appearance, warping and moss or algae growth. #Roxil #TimberTreatment #WoodProtection
Read More »Karndean Van Gogh Flooring – Capel #23
Robin talks about working with Cutwrights and what he needs to do once the materials turn up on-site at The Capel Build. Berwicks of Horsham are also in the house laying his Karndean Van Gogh Luxury Vinyl Flooring. Here are the products mentioned in this episode. ⏩ MDF Cut to Size – Cutwrights Bespoke board cutting ⏩ Karndean, Amtico, Wood …
Read More »UVC Lighting That Actively Reduces the Bacterial and Viral Charge
Humanlumen, the lighting brand with a uniquely human-centric approach, introduces the Clean Air Series, a range of UVC Air Sterilisation Units, providing a safe, reliable and sustainable solution for a safe ‘Return to Work’ for many employers and employees. The Clean Air Series is a range of efficient UVC lighting devices that actively reduce the bacterial and viral charge of the …
Read More »Pebble Dashing Rendered Walls – KB#9
James shows us how he likes to pebble dash rendered walls in King Build Part 9. Our thanks go to James King for letting Roger film this extension project series. The Supreme Finishing Company can be contacted by following the link below. https://thesupremefinishingcompany.co.uk #KingBuild #ExtensionBuilding #PebbleDash
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