From this guide, you'll learn how to wallpaper a room. We'll look at the whole process from start to finish and provide you with some top tips to make everything go as smoothly as possible. As with most things DIY, good preparation is key to doing a great job. So be prepared to spend a … [Read more...] about How to Wallpaper a Room Step-by-Step
How to Clean Paintbrushes (Water and Oil-Based Paint)
In this article, we'll be looking at the best ways to clean paintbrushes after you've spent hours painting skirting boards, painting interior doors and generally sprucing up your home. A good quality paintbrush will last many decorating jobs and will help you achieve a high-quality finish. So it … [Read more...] about How to Clean Paintbrushes (Water and Oil-Based Paint)
How to Lay Laminate Flooring
In this guide, we'll be looking at how to lay laminate flooring. Further on in the article, you'll find a list of tools you need to do the job and a couple of videos so you can see the process in action. You'll pick up a few tips if you watch the videos, especially the second one. In the … [Read more...] about How to Lay Laminate Flooring
New Boiler Installation: Important Info and Helpful Tips
If you’re in the midst of shopping for a new boiler, you’ll appreciate it can be an expensive purchase. With many aspects to consider, including the price, energy efficiency, safety features and more, it’s important to get it right. Here, we look at how the UK government’s strategy to tackle … [Read more...] about New Boiler Installation: Important Info and Helpful Tips
How to Convert a Loft – Conversion Guide for Beginners
In this article, we'll be looking at everything you need to take into consideration when converting a loft. This isn't a simple DIY job you could do in a few hours. Yes, you could do it yourself if you have the skills. But many people choose to hire a professional to take care of the work for them. … [Read more...] about How to Convert a Loft – Conversion Guide for Beginners
Home Improvements That Can Actually Save You Money
If you’re thinking of getting out your DIY toolkit or starting a home improvement project such as tiling your bathroom, painting skirting boards or fitting a new kitchen, it might be worth taking a step back and considering how your project could help with your finances first. Whilst it can be … [Read more...] about Home Improvements That Can Actually Save You Money
Eco-Friendly Paints for a Sustainable Future
Before we get into the topic of eco-friendly paints, let's take a look at the current landscape. Toxic and dangerous. Two words that describe some of the ingredients present in modern paints. They’re bad for human health and damaging to the environment. The ingredients that give paint its … [Read more...] about Eco-Friendly Paints for a Sustainable Future
5 DIY Gardening Projects Made with PVC Pipe
Any successful garden requires adequate water supplies (unless it's a xeriscape garden) and reliable drainage. With this aqua-focus, it's inevitable that pipes get involved in the process. However, it doesn't stop with those basic tasks. You can employ PVC pipe (the same stuff used in your … [Read more...] about 5 DIY Gardening Projects Made with PVC Pipe
Planting a Xeriscape Garden to Reduce Water Use
Taking pride in your lawn is a right that comes with having a green thumb. It takes a lot of time and work to keep your lawn in a healthy, lush state. Plus, our outdoor spaces tend to be a center for social gatherings so keeping them in tip top shape is important. While we all love a large … [Read more...] about Planting a Xeriscape Garden to Reduce Water Use
What You Aren’t Doing to Keep Your Electronics Safe
Look around the room. How many electronics do you see? At the very least, there’s the device in your hand you’re using to read this, but you probably can also count a TV, a tablet or e-reader and a few smart gadgets that make your life easier. You probably wouldn’t choose to live without these … [Read more...] about What You Aren’t Doing to Keep Your Electronics Safe