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How to Lift a Steel With No Sweat ~ Orangery #2
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.
Read More »We Were Gobsmacked by This Young Carpenter
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 π Dan’s Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk π Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr π Makita GN900SE Gas Nailer: https://amzn.to/3DggA6y π Dead On Steel Milled Hammer: https://amzn.to/2QSzQ6B π Swanson 7-inch Speed Square: https://amzn.to/3jigG5M
Read More »Protect Against Dampness in Walls with Drybase
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.
Read More »Our M-oast Unusual Build
YFOOD COMPLETE MEAL TASTER PACK – Use code βBUILDER10β for a 10% discount π 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 π Dan’s Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk π Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr π Makita GN900SE Gas Nailer: https://amzn.to/3DggA6y π Dead …
Read More »A Common Door Hanging Problem Sorted
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...
Read More »New Inventions – The Ugly Truth
Roger gives his thoughts on inventors, their inventions and the obsessive mindset that can be a blessing or a curse.
Read More »The Storm Took New Roof In Less Than a Minute?
Roger follows Dan on another roof construction project. This one didnβt exactly go to plan.
Read More »Plasterboard β Why All The Colours?
Why are there so many different types of plasterboard? Roger explains.
Read More »Parapet Walls β Are They A Good Idea?
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.
Read More »Where’s James? Surprising News – Extension #39
James has some big news that has surprised everybody in the Skill Builder team.
Read More »Spray Foam Insulation β The Ugly Truth?
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 …
Read More »Would You Live In This Oast House?
The Kentish Oast House Project - Dan Cox completes work on this beauty.
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Building An Oast House
Read More »Unbelievably Simple Roof Construction Trick
Simple Roof Construction π Dan Cox Playlist: https://bit.ly/3F879Im π Ultimate Roofing Square: essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk
Read More »The End Is Nigh (hopefully not for James) – Extension #38
Extension Build - James isn't feeling great this week, so it's a good job he's got plenty of help.
Read More »Why Do You Have Condensation in Your New Roof?
CONDENSATION? ROGER RECOMMENDS...
Read More »How To Fit A Shower Tray So It’s Watertight – Extension #37
Roger and James fit a shower tray.. They are confident that it’ll be leak-free for many years. βΆ https://www.mirashowers.co.uk/shower-trays Classi Seal Flexible Waterproof Upstand π https://amzn.to/3kwa6ss Everbuild Aquaseal Waterproof Tanking Membrane π https://amzn.to/30m5372 OB1 Multi-Surface Sealant & Adhesive π https://amzn.to/3c5snIv _______________________ RELATED VIDEO LINKS π¬ How To Build An Extension series playlist: https://bit.ly/2LnUhG5 π¬ How to Cut Hip Rafters: https://youtu.be/CmKZoPmROn8 …
Read More »How to Fit Skirting Boards & Architraves The Cox Way
Dan shows us how he likes to fit skirting boards & architraves.
Read More »What’s a Flitch Beam and What are The Benefits? ~ Extension #35
James explains what a flitch beam is and what the benefits are. Plus we have a new face. ForgeFast Elite Timber Fixing Screw π https://bit.ly/2YyBjT9 SHOPPING LINKS π M12 FID Compact 1/4β³ Hex Impact Driver: https://amzn.to/2ZgKad3 π Ultimate Roofing Square: https://www.essential-carpenter-tools.co.uk π Tracer AMK1 Deep Pencil Marker: https://amzn.to/3nlVsEr π Dead On DOS22M Steel Milled Hammer: https://amzn.to/2QSzQ6B _______________________ RELATED VIDEO LINKS …
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