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How to Lift a Steel With No Sweat ~ Orangery #2

Lift a Steel

If You Need To Lift A Steel...A lintel is a critical process in construction, especially in projects involving the creation of larger openings in load-bearing walls, such as for doors, windows, or open-plan spaces. This task requires careful planning, precision, and adherence to safety protocols to ensure the structural integrity of the building and the safety of workers on-site. Huge thanks to Keystone Lintels for supplying our special lintel.

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We Were Gobsmacked by This Young Carpenter

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Thanks to Eliot: https://www.instagram.com/ejd_carpentry Thanks to MTwo: https://www.instagram.com/mtwobuildingservices Dan Cox is working with Rob & Scott from MTwo Building Services and a new young apprentice carpenter, Eliot. SHOPPING LINKS πŸ›’ Dan’s Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk πŸ›’ Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr πŸ›’ Makita GN900SE Gas Nailer: https://amzn.to/3DggA6y πŸ›’ Dead On Steel Milled Hammer: https://amzn.to/2QSzQ6B πŸ›’ Swanson 7-inch Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3jigG5M

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Protect Against Dampness in Walls with Drybase

Dampness in Walls

Roger is plastering a cellar wall and adds some extra damp proofing with Drybase from Safeguard. Drybase Flex - A watertight low-profile sheet membrane for protection against dampness in walls without the need to drill and install plugs.

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Our M-oast Unusual Build

Unusual Build

YFOOD COMPLETE MEAL TASTER PACK – Use code β€œBUILDER10” for a 10% discount πŸ›’ https://bit.ly/skillbuilder_yfood Skill Builder meets Grand Designs as Roger Bisby joins Dan Cox on his exciting and unusual build – A Kentish oast house project. SHOPPING LINKS πŸ›’ Dan’s Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk πŸ›’ Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr πŸ›’ Makita GN900SE Gas Nailer: https://amzn.to/3DggA6y πŸ›’ Dead …

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A Common Door Hanging Problem Sorted

Door Hanging Problem

No More Door Hanging Problems! Hanging a door can present several challenges, especially if you're doing it for the first time or in an old building, but not after you have watched this video...

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New Inventions – The Ugly Truth

Inventions

Roger gives his thoughts on inventors, their inventions and the obsessive mindset that can be a blessing or a curse.

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Parapet Walls β€” Are They A Good Idea?

Parapet Walls

Parapet Walls - Roger investigates the pros and cons. Parapet walls are low walls that extend above the edge of a roof, balcony, or terrace. They can be purely decorative, but often serve practical purposes like providing safety barriers, concealing roof elements, or controlling water runoff. In addition, they can help with fire protection by preventing flames from spreading between buildings.

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Spray Foam Insulation β€” The Ugly Truth?

Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam insulation in your house.. Roger explains the pros and cons. Spray foam insulation explained by the Which? Team. Also called spray polyurethane foam (SPF), it is an alternative to traditional building insulation. It’s versatile and can be used to insulate your roof, loft, walls and floor, helping to retain warmth and reduce energy costs. PROS AND CONS Spray …

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How To Fit A Shower Tray So It’s Watertight – Extension #37

Fit A Shower Tray

Roger and James fit a shower tray.. They are confident that it’ll be leak-free for many years. β–Ά https://www.mirashowers.co.uk/shower-trays Classi Seal Flexible Waterproof Upstand πŸ›’ https://amzn.to/3kwa6ss Everbuild Aquaseal Waterproof Tanking Membrane πŸ›’ https://amzn.to/30m5372 OB1 Multi-Surface Sealant & Adhesive πŸ›’ https://amzn.to/3c5snIv _______________________ RELATED VIDEO LINKS 🎬 How To Build An Extension series playlist: https://bit.ly/2LnUhG5 🎬 How to Cut Hip Rafters: https://youtu.be/CmKZoPmROn8 …

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What’s a Flitch Beam and What are The Benefits? ~ Extension #35

Flitch Beam

James explains what a flitch beam is and what the benefits are. Plus we have a new face. ForgeFast Elite Timber Fixing Screw πŸ›’ https://bit.ly/2YyBjT9 SHOPPING LINKS πŸ›’ M12 FID Compact 1/4β€³ Hex Impact Driver: https://amzn.to/2ZgKad3 πŸ›’ Ultimate Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk πŸ›’ Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr πŸ›’ Dead On DOS22M Steel Milled Hammer: https://amzn.to/2QSzQ6B _______________________ RELATED VIDEO LINKS …

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