Painting and plumbing the extension with Roger in front of the camera this week.
Read More »Super Quick Brick Cuts ~ 2-Minute Tip
Thanks to James King for his easy tips on brick cuts.
Read More »How to Cut and Connect Clay Pipe to PVC
Clay Pipe to PVC - Roger shows us how..
Read More »How To Easily Fit Coving ~ Extension #20
Fit Coving The Easy Way - James is fitting the coving and sharing some tips and tricks.
Read More »Broken DeWalt Mitre Saw ~ Another Tale of Woe
James has now repaired his Broken DeWalt Mitre Saw. Maybe he'll treat himself to a bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape..
Read More »How To Easily Fit Skirting & Architrave ~ Extension #19
YFOOD COMPLETE MEAL TASTER PACK – Use code “BUILDER10” for a 10% discount 🛒 http://bit.ly/SkillBuilder_YFood James is fixing the skirtings and has a few tips for making this job easier. _______________________ RELATED VIDEO LINKS 🎬 How To Build An Extension series playlist: https://bit.ly/2LnUhG5 🎬 How to Cut Hip Rafters: https://youtu.be/CmKZoPmROn8 🎬 Ultimate Roofing Square: https://youtu.be/_TmXZ0cGNEI 🎬 6 Roofing Squares Compared: …
Read More »Tongue And Groove Hidden Fixing ~ 2-Minute Tip
Thanks to Robin for his tip on Tongue and Groove Hidden Fixings..
Read More »Festool KS 120 Kapex ~ Love at First Sight
Festool KS 120 Kapex - Guides left, guides right. Even where others only pretend to do so. With spherical bushings on both sides to offer a double layer of protection in terms of keeping the carriage precisely on course across extra-large columns. Double-sealed for an extremely long service life, always exact and with zero play.
Read More »Taping & Jointing or Skimming. Which is Best? ~ Extension #18
Jointing or Skimming?Whilst tape and joint is cost effective and fast to apply, skimming has a superior and more durable finish..
Read More »How To Build a Soundproof Room
Creating a soundproof room is an excellent project for those looking to create a peaceful environment, free from external noise. Whether you’re setting up a home studio, a private study, or simply wish to enjoy tranquility in your living space, this guide will walk you through the essentials of building a soundproof room, with a focus on optimizing for the …
Read More »Neat & Simple Tiling Trims ~ 2-Minute Tip
SEND YOUR TIP ▶ https://skill-builder.uk/tip WIN A FORGEFAST ORGANISER PRO 1000-PIECE SCREW KIT https://www.forgefastelite.com Thanks to Rob Tester from Stonefish Mosaics for his tip. https://www.facebook.com/StonefishMosaics https://www.trustatrader.com/traders/stonefish-mosaics-tilers-banstead-reigate
Read More »Fitting Staircase Spindles ~ Extension Build #17
James is fitting staircase spindles on the loft staircase and chatting with Roger about the best approach to building a staircase.
Read More »How To Cut a Bastard or Irregular Hip Roof
Dan Cox shows us how to calculate and cut irregular or bastard hips and valleys.
Read More »Aircrete Blocks Cracking up – Unwanted Trouble
Why do aircrete blocks crack up so often? As with so many of these problems, everyone involved is pointing a finger at someone else.
Read More »Plastering Ceilings and Walls~ Extension Build #16
Merner & Mason have joined James on our extension series to take care of plastering the ceilings and walls.
Read More »Brilliant Core Cutting Adapter ~ Clipacore
Roger reviews the Clipacore release system which is super quick when compared to current core release techniques.
Read More »Dust Free Cutting & Chasing Pipes & Cables ~ 2-Minute Tip
Another 2-minute tip from James. Cutting chases in walls dust-free with the Metabo MFE 40.
Read More »Squeak Free Staircase ~ Extension Build #15
Building A Squeak Free Staircase - James is joined by Mark Wilmot from Surrey Staircases.
Read More »Carpentry Made Simple ~ Rafter Step Off Method
James shows us how to calculate your rafter length with a neat trick - Making carpentry simple
Read More »In My Yard ~ Buy & sell new, used & surplus stock
Roger is joined by Clive Drummond from In My Yard, the marketplace for trades and DIYers to buy & sell new, used and surplus stock.
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