Driveway Sealers & Things Beyond Repair – ASB #18

Driveway Sealers

Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send Alastair is about to get a new block driveway and asks should he seal the drive and what block paving sealant would we recommend. Everbuild and Sika are two options. Everbuild Path and Paving Sealers: https://www.everbuild.co.uk The Sika range includes elastic sealing and bonding solutions, joint sealants for facades or resistant sealants for …

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Is Off-site Construction the Future?

Is Off-site Construction the Future of Construction

Off-site construction is the completion of elements or components for a structure at another location in a factory environment. The many advantages to this method, including reduced carbon emissions and shorter construction time plausibly outweigh the disadvantages.

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Omnie LowBoard 15 Underfloor Heating

Omnie Lowboard 15

The first floor is completed using Omnie LowBoard 15. LowBoard is a 15mm thick square-edged wood board water underfloor heating panel floated or mechanically fixed over a flat and even timber or solid subfloor.

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Cracked Ceiling, Leaks & Water Hammer – ASB #17

Cracked Ceiling, Leaks & Water Hammer

Chris Hanson's garden slopes a bit and he's going to have it excavated and build retaining walls and asks if he needs a perforated pipe for drainage with gravel behind each wall.

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Snickers Workwear’s NEW Loose-fit Stretch Trousers for Maximum Mobility On-site

Loose-fit Stretch Trousers

Hi-tech stretch fabrics and ergonomic designs ensure close quarter mobility at work. With a range of new AllroundWork stretch trousers available throughout the UK, there’s plenty of flexibility for every professional craftsman and woman to stretch their performance on site comfortably. The new stretchy work trousers for men have a loose fit for a classic Snickers Workwear look and feel, with …

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Is the Sealey Saw Blade Sharpener Any Good?

Is the Sealey Saw Blade Sharpener Any Good?

Roger tries to get his dull saw blades back in good shape with the Sealey SMS2003 Saw Blade Sharpener with Bench Mounting that bought from Toolstop. More info from Tool Stop SEALEY SMS2003 SAW BLADE SHARPENER WITH BENCH MOUNTING 110 WATT 240V A great 240V bench mountable saw blade sharpener from Sealey. Includes 2 x blades for sharpening both TCT …

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5 Ways Builders Can Boost Their Online Presence

5 ways builders can boost their online presence

What distinguishes the construction sector from other UK industries? Its sheer number of workers who are self-employed. So why not bring the power of technology to your business? Here are five easy and inexpensive ways you can increase your visibility online, and drive more business, without breaking the bank.

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The Old Mould Problem Returns – ASB #15

The Old Mould Problem Returns

Adrian Reynolds has black mold around his window reveals. He's tried cleaning with bleach, used a dehumidifier and seeks pearls of wisdom to help get rid of it.

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NEW from Solid Gear – the Onyx Safety Shoes and Boots

Onyx Safety Shoes

Great value safety footwear with the unique BOA closure system for maximum comfort. Nowadays, good safety footwear is part and parcel of a comfortable day’s work on-site – just like good working clothes and quality hand tools. Combining maximum comfort and protection with a robust and durable design, Solid Gear’s Onyx is available as a shoe or a boot and …

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