Despite its durability and aesthetic appeal, monocouche render can sometimes develop stains over time due to various factors. Time for another one of Roger's Rants. He has seen too many stained Monocouche renders and wants to share his thoughts.
Read More »First Fix HiKOKI Cordless Framing Nailer
Robin takes a quick look at the HiKOKI NR1890DC first fix cordless framing nailer.
Read More »How to Unblock Your Sink – Pro Tip
Grab your plungers, it's time to unblock that clogged sink using the old-fashioned way.
Read More »Tricky Joists & Wonky Ceiling – ASB #19
Send us your pictures and videos: http://skill-builder.uk/send A full range of Built-In, timber to timber, long leg and face fix joist hangers, all designed and manufactured in house. https://tecoproducts.co.uk
Read More »Cordless Dust Extraction with DeWalt DCV586M
DeWALT have the answer to an old problem with their DCV586M 54V XR FLEXVOLT M-CLASS EXTRACTOR with Wireless Tool Control allows the user to operate the extractor from a wireless remote.
Read More »Plumbers v Sparks v Chippies – Peugeot Challenge
We were invited to take part in Peugeot’s Surround Rear Vision Tradesman Challenge so we took Robin and ‘Little Hand’ Jubi along to make up the Chippie Team and go up against the Plumber Team including James Lawrence from Plumberparts and Phil Rawlingson, and the other team was the sparks with the pairing of Joe Amps and AJ Cookson. https://skill-builder.uk/peugeot-partner-van-on-a-mission-to-end-reversing-accidents-with-surround-rear-vision-technology …
Read More »Cool Compact Cordless – Milwaukee M12 System
The cordless job site is becoming a more realistic goal and Robin has made the leap with most of his tools, but can Milwaukee's new cordless range help with completing the transition?
Read More »Driveway Sealers & Things Beyond Repair – ASB #18
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 …
Read More »Omnie LowBoard 15 Underfloor Heating
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.
Read More »Understanding SDS-Plus Hammer Drills with HiKOKI
Roger takes us through the features and best practises of an SDS-Plus hammer drill with the HiKOKI DH36DPA 36V Multi-Volt Brushless SDS+ Rotary Hammer Drill.
Read More »IOBAC Magnetic Flooring System – Perfect for LVT
Roger is very curious about a magnetic flooring system from IOBAC, so he visited them in Basingstoke to see how it works.
Read More »Cracked Ceiling, Leaks & Water Hammer – ASB #17
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.
Read More »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 …
Read More »Robin on Milwaukee Accessories & Hand Tools
Robin's in the Milwaukee accessories area in Dublin now and he's got his eye on a few new additions to his toolbox.
Read More »How to Create a Scarf Joint like a Pro with Robin
Robin loves a scarf joint and in this video, he shows you how to create a scarf joint using his new Hikoki 36v cordless circular saw.
Read More »Damp in the Extension & Solo Building – ASB #16
Bandy has an outbuilding attached to the side of his house that suffers from damp and mould during the winter.
Read More »Get the Best From Your Recip Saw with HiKOKI
Roger takes us through the best practices of using a recip saw with the Hikoki CR36DA 36V Reciprocating Saw.
Read More »Milwaukee M18 Cordless SDS-Max Breaking Hammer
Robin is checking out more cordless tools from Milwaukee and this time it's the SDS-Max 8kg breaker and it's a beast!
Read More »Stud Work Like a Pro with Robin – Capel #10
Get your stud work framing in like a pro! Robin shows you how he cuts and installs his stud work frames quickly and accurately.
Read More »The Old Mould Problem Returns – ASB #15
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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