Renovating your house can be a daunting task if you’re new to DIY. However, there are a few things you can do to help you get started.
Read More »Laying a GRP Fibreglass Roof ~ Orangery #4
See how we get the OSB and vapour barrier on the warm deck ready for the GRP roof.
Read More »Building Regs Part L Changes 2022. The Ugly Truth?
Roger has taken a deep dive into the updated Part L of the building regulations for 2022. FIND OUT MORE AT GOV.UK This page holds the current and future guidance covering the energy efficiency requirements of the building regulations as set out in Part L of Schedule 1 to the Building Regulations and in a number of specific building regulations. …
Read More »Help! Joist Weakened By Deep Notch Cowboy
Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send In Ask Skill Builder episode 37 Gavin has a floor joist with a huge chunk taken out of it.
Read More »Snickers Workwear – SUSTAINABLE Hi-Vis Protective Wear
Whether it's dusk, dawn or dark, Snickers Workwear has a superior range of Hi-Vis protective wear for both men and women to ensure comfort.
Read More »7 Innovative Space-Saving Ideas Anyone Can Try
Every home can benefit from some extra space, regardless of its size. With some clever space-saving tricks and storage solutions, you can make your space feel far more ordered.
Read More »Why Is James Back? ~ Orangery #3
James King is back to help Roger speed his orangery project along. 🔽 SHOPPING LINKS 🔽 🛒 Dan’s Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk 🛒 Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr 🛒 Makita Small 18V Circular Saw: https://amzn.to/3MaSK0j 🛒 Makita Twin 18V Circular Saw: https://amzn.to/3stMOaI 🛒 Milwaukee M18 Fuel Recip Saw: https://amzn.to/3PnKyMe 🛒 Swanson 7-inch Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3jigG5M
Read More »Roaming Roger #2 ~ More Mobile Moaning
Roger continues his journey around the Reigate area taking a look at various buildings and landmarks. Topics covered in this episode include: • Brick types and repointing • Stone cladding • Modern house design • Rusty galvanised beading • Stained monocouche • Badly designed parapet walls • Bad rendering jobs Church of St Mary Magdalene, Reigate 🔗 https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/766
Read More »110V Transformers – 3 Things You Need to Know
Before using your 110V transformer, make sure you are aware of the limitations of these units. 1. They’re designed for intermittent use only. 2. The earth must be connected (if you’re rewiring the plug). 3. Don’t use the transformer on a carpet. SHOPPING LINKS Faithfull Power Plus Dual Socket Transformer 🛒 https://amzn.to/3N01Ht3 Defender Powerpod 3300W Transformer 🛒 https://amzn.to/3FsguKw
Read More »Culture Change in Construction Crucial
Leading construction industry intelligence provider, Barbour ABI, brought top industry experts together at an exclusive event after the first day of the UK Construction Week exhibition.
Read More »How to Lift a Steel With No Sweat ~ Orangery #2
Huge thanks to Keystone Lintels for supplying our special lintel. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3yagYRV The Ultimate Roofing Square by Dan Cox 🛒 https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk Forgefix Sheradised Twist Nail 🛒 https://amzn.to/388nK24 Keystone Special Steel Lintels Keystone supports both architects and designers, pushing the boundaries and possibilities in steel lintel design with a custom, bespoke design service. Ask for a Keystone Engineer to …
Read More »Product Roundup #2 ~ More Great Building Products
🔽 PRODUCT LINKS 🔽 Perfect Jolly Angled Tile Cutter 🛒 https://battipav.com/prodotto/perfect-jolly/ Button-fix panel fixing 🛒 https://amzn.to/3KENvnY EcoFlow DELTA Portable Power Station 🛒 https://uk.ecoflow.com/pages/portable-power-stations?aff=14 BeadMaster Socket Covers 🛒 https://amzn.to/3y9B6pi ProPAQ Tap Medic Kit 🛒 https://www.tapmedic.co.uk/store/ Graff Cutting Discs 🛒 https://amzn.to/3KCR9Pg Super Rod CRMX Cable Routing Kit 🛒 https://super-rod.co.uk/mega-set-2/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:13 Perfect Jolly 02:25 Button-fix 03:57 Ecoflow Delta 07:18 BeadMaster …
Read More »Cavity Wall Insulation Problems ~ The Ugly Truth
Roger looks at some of the problems you could have with wall cavity insulation. 🛒 Stormdry Masonry Protection: https://amzn.to/3LGw3Re 🛒 PipeSnug Waste Pipe Collar: https://amzn.to/3w2lstr 🛒 Huhho Industrial Endoscope: https://amzn.to/39lqc5u 🛒 Bosch Inspection Camera: https://amzn.to/3vzKRLR 🛒 DDENDOCAM Industrial Endoscope: https://amzn.to/3KIrrZK Roger looks at the problems you could have with wall cavity insulation.
Read More »Snickers LiteWork Work Shorts – Cool Comfort This Summer
Great for summer working on site, these lightweight Work Shorts have a street-smart fit with a cool working comfort in warm conditions.
Read More »A Renovation Challenge ~ Orangery Part 1
🛒 Makita DUB182Z LXT Blower: https://amzn.to/3LvgThF 🛒 Tracer Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3vMGtbi The Orangery renovation is the latest Skill Builder project series. Hit subscribe and make sure you don’t miss an episode. Special thanks to Dan Cox for helping us. 🛒 https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk
Read More »Yet Another Cause of Damp
Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send In Ask Skill Builder episode 36 Damion Cartwright has some advice about damp problems in an edition we should call ‘Tell Skill Builder’.
Read More »External Wall Insulation ~ The Ugly Truth?
Roger looks at the disadvantages of external wall insulation and the misguided efforts of the Insulate Britain protests. EWI Store: https://ewistore.co.uk Weber Training Academy: https://www.uk.weber/training/academy Insulation Superstore – external wall insulation diagram https://www.insulationsuperstore.co.uk/help-and-advice/project-guides/insulation/how-to-install-external-wall-insulation/attachment/external-wall-insulation-diagram/ Look out for our future videos that will cover: • External wall insulation grants • The external wall insulation DIY options • Finding external wall insulation installers …
Read More »The Saw, The Thumb and a Brain Too Dumb
🔗 Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send Roger explains exactly how his thumb injury happened and wanted to make it clear that the fault was not with the powertool but with his brain.
Read More »Snickers Workwear’s Certified Kneeguard™ PRO Knee Protection
The long-term effects of working on your knees can cause a lifetime of discomfort and restricted movement.
Read More »How Did Roger End Up in A&E?
Roger joined the crowds of people who end up in Accident & Emergency during the start of the DIY season.
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