Skill Builder Guides & reviews for building and construction
Have you suffered a central heating failure after the summer break?
Read More »Central Heating Failure? – 3 Things You Can Try
Snickers Workwear’s NEW Hoodies and Sweatshirts
The new range of Hoodies and Sweatshirts for craftsmen and women are probably the most comfortable we’ve ever designed. The ‘Full Zip’ or ‘Overhead’ Sweatshirt and Hoodie choices are ideally combined with Snickers’ First and Second Layer Undergarments and can comfortably be worn under a jacket on chilly days. Street-smart and great for on-site or leisure activities there’s a range …
Read More »Concealed Cistern Problems? Try This 5-Minute Fix
If you've ever had concealed cistern flush problems? This 5-minute fix for a push-button toilet mechanism will repair the problem.
Read More »Bushboard Evolve Chosen for Solar Powered Narrowboat
When Tim Knox, founder of Mothership Marine, wanted a stunning kitchen for his company’s remarkable solar-powered narrowboat, he chose Evolve Caldiera for the worksurfaces. The Mothership Electric Narrowboat concept is the first of its kind. She is a purpose-built solar-powered boat with an electric motor supported by a backup generator. The idea born of many uncomfortable water-based outings like sailing …
Read More »Hultafors Group Acquires Custom LeatherCraft – the USA’s Leading ‘Work Gear’ Innovator
The Hultafors Group which owns Snickers Workwear has acquired CLC. The leading brand in the USA since 1983, CLC is North America’s premier designer, developer and marketer of ‘work gear’ for professional tradesmen and women. It’s a product range that includes softside tool carriers, nail bags, tool pouches plus personal protective equipment. Custom LeatherCraft, or CLC as the brand is …
Read More »Triton TGEOS Geared Random Orbital Sander Review
No sooner do we all get used to a random orbit and then the Triton TGEOS Geared Eccentric Orbital Sander comes out with 'eccentric' orbit.
Read More »What is The Future of Software in The Construction Industry?
Shaking and remodelling the whole industry, through the development of digital technology, constructors can order brick and mortar to finding skilled labour all through mobile technology whilst on the go.
Read More »Tusk Tenon Joint – Robin’s Woodworking Masterclass
How to make a tusk tenon joint like a pro carpenter. Robin shows you how to create this classic joint.
Read More »The Water Level – Best £10 You Ever Spent?
So we've covered spirit levels, laser levels and now we look at the oldest of all level measurement technologies, the water level.
Read More »Is Your Laser Level Really Level? How to Check
Roger takes another look at levels, this time it's the lasers. Roger gets his Bosch GCL 2-15 G green laser level out to make sure it's still in good working order.
Read More »Hellberg Safety – SECURE Active – Active Listening Headsets
Hellberg Safety specialist PPE products include highly advanced hearing protection products, face protection and communication solutions for personal wellbeing on site. The SECURE ACTIVE headsets enable workers to communicate safely with colleagues, hear signals and other important information while protected from hazardous noise. The built-in, level-dependent microphones provide perfect directional hearing with an electronic protection system that limits all sounds …
Read More »Why is Your Freezer Frosting Up & Fridge Freezing
Roger has some problems with his Haier fridge. With the freezer frosting up and the fridge freezing over. He has a solution and it's not a cheap one sadly.
Read More »How to Drill Through Tiles Without Cracking Them
When you have completed your tiling you might be dreading the prospect of ruining that work when you have to drill the tiles for your bathroom accessories, cabinet, shelves and other fittings.
Read More »Damp Mystery Italian Style & Nasty Little Leak – ASB #22
Adrian Ling's bathroom has stained skirting board, swelling and vinyl flooring with bubbling.
Read More »Snickers Workwear – Waterproof Working
You can count on comfort and protection throughout the autumn and winter with Snickers Workwear’s NEW AllroundWork Jackets for professional tradesmen and women. Stay dry, warm and comfortable by choosing from a selection of water-repellent jackets that will give you basic protection from the effects of light showers with great breathability to ventilate your body if you continue to be …
Read More »High Torque Cordless Impact Wrench from Milwaukee
Robin's last episode from Dublin and we sign off with a cordless impact wrench. The high torque Milwaukee M18 FUEL ONE-KEY ONEFHIWF34.
Read More »Chat with plumber Ty Harnett about Alfie
Roger has a chat with entrepreneur Ty Harnett about Alfie, his new invention which he hopes will change the plumbing landscape.
Read More »Milwaukee Cordless Table Saw – Robin’s Site Test
Robin takes a closer look at the cordless table saw last seen in the Dublin review video. After two months of using this saw onsite we might not be able to get it back from him.
Read More »Easy DIY Solution to Treat Rising Damp in Walls
We show you how to treat damp walls in an old house internally with Dryrod from Safeguard Europe, their latest development in Rising Damp treatment.
Read More »Who Should Project Manage an Extension? ASB #21
Chris Evans is buying a house and wants to fit a new bathroom. He's watched our videos and wants to make sure the bathroom is waterproof.
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