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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 »Theft Awareness for Trades – 4 step Defence
The detrimental effect that can be experienced by tradesmen as a result of theft is huge. Loss of earnings, and having to replace your tools, can leave you in a struggling position. Therefore, it is important as a tradesperson to be theft aware. Be one step ahead of thieves, protect yourself and your livelihood in 4 simple steps:
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 »How to Install Interior Doors – Robin’s Step by Step
This video shows you how to install an interior door that is not prehung and quite a tricky DIY door install.
Read More »#9 ~ Mental Health & Dealing with Stress
The podcast is back and we're tackling mental health, depression and anxiety. The building industry has a huge problem with mental health issues and its workforce suffers more than average.
Read More »Robin’s Rafter Template – Carpentry Life Hack
Robin proudly shows off one of his favourite carpenter hack techniques with his rafter template tutorial.
Read More »#5 ~ Dealing With Customer Complaints
Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 35:10 — 24.2MB) | EmbedSubscribe: Spotify | TuneIn | RSSDealing with customer complaints can be the hardest part of any job, so it’s time for Roger and Robin to share their experiences and tips on how to handle customer complaints.
Read More »How to Easily Remove Shower Mould – Top Life Hacks
This is a brilliant little life hack that will remove shower mould and kill ugly black marks.
Read More »#1 ~ Quoting Jobs & Price Conditioning
The tips and techniques developed by Roger and Robin during the course of their long careers will help you avoid the misery of pricing yourself out of, or into certain projects.
Read More »The Capel Building Project Series #7 – Walls & Roof Assembly
The Capel Building Project series follows the renovation and extension of an unusual property designed by architect Michael Newberry in Surrey. Carpenter and Builder Robin Clevett is taking the first glass and steel house in the UK which was built in 1957 and extending it and refurbishing it, including the addition of a pool house, while paying homage to its …
Read More »How to install a rainwater harvesting system
Paul Gormley talks through the process of installing a rainwater harvesting system. A rainwater harvesting system collects water from a house’s roof to be used in the garden or for some domestic appliances. A rainwater harvesting system can be installed to save water, or planners may ask for a system to be installed to help with potential local flooding issues. …
Read More »Ford Transit security: The problems & some solutions
As tool thefts from vans soar across the nation and there is increasing unrest among tradespeople whose livelihoods depend on their tools, Skill Builder returns to Sussex Installations to find out more about the specific issues associated with Ford Transits and find out what can be done about them. The problems associated with Ford Transits are well known with the …
Read More »5 Warning Signs of Asbestos Poisoning
OSCHR has compiled a list of five signs to watch out for that may indicate that you're suffering from an asbestos-related disease.
Read More »New range of cutting and sawing tools
Hultafors’ HBX and HBS saws are well known for their top quality precision cuts and, to complement those models, there’s a brand new range of cutting and sawing tools. The range includes – Bow Saws, general purpose Short Hand Saws, Hack Saws, a Jab Saw, a Concrete Saw plus a superb Japanese Ryoba Saw which is perfect when you need …
Read More »Cutting Roof Timbers – Capel Build #4
This is the fourth part of our second building project series on Skill Builder where we look at cutting roof timbers.
Read More »Adrenaline Boost Meets Comprehensive Safety
On a treasure hunt with the smallest submarine in the world – and networked power tools from Bosch. He wears his passion on his sleeve like a tattoo: Andi Peters, wreck diver and treasure-hunter, owns the smallest submarine in the world. It is 2.80 m long, 80 cm high and you squeeze into it as if it were a tailor-made …
Read More »How Secure is Your Van? – The Truth & Solutions
Skill Builder shares some essential information about van security and takes a look at the shocking vulnerabilities of the Ford Transit.
Read More »Building an Extension Part 4 – Brickwork & Insulation
In Part 4 of our series following the building of an extension we cover the brickwork and insulation stage and some points to consider when insulating your home.
Read More »Dewalt DCF887 Impact Driver Review – Roundup Part 1
Dewalt DCF887 Impact Driver Review: In the first part of the Skill Builder super impact driver roundup, we look at the Dewalt DCF887 3-speed 2nd generation brushless 18v impact driver. Reviews of the Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch, Hilti, Metabo, Panasonic, and Hitachi are still to come with the conclusion being published at the end of the year. Features DEWALT built brushless …
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