There is nothing like a real fire. It brings out the primitive fascination in all of us. A garden that has comfortable seating and a good fire pit will be used in the evenings much more than one that hasn't. We are … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Choose Composite Timber for Your Deck
Decking is still one of the most popular choices for patios and entertaining areas in gardens today. It became widely used thanks to the garden makeover programmes of the last couple of decade where experts rush in and … [Read more...]
Garden DIY Hack: How to Make Your Own Stylish Hand Rail
We are a nation of home lovers and DIY enthusiasts, of that there is no doubt. Many people gain great satisfaction from carrying out their own projects at home and working to a very high standard. For most people, DIY … [Read more...]
A Step-By-Step Guide for Erecting a Fence to Create Privacy in Your Garden
flickr We all love our gardens and try to make them as welcoming as possible. There is nothing worse, however than sitting and relaxing only to find a nosy neighbour peering in and making unwanted conversation. … [Read more...]
How to Build Your Own Incredible Floating Illuminated Shelf
Creating mood lighting using your whiskey collection or any other coloured liquid is a great way make your room feel warm and cosy. It creates beautiful colours and shadows which add interest to any room. There are … [Read more...]
The Must-Read Guide to Fixing Old Picture Frames
Most households in the UK own at least a couple of old paintings, and although they might be by unknown artists and ultimately worthless, it’s still a real shame when people stop displaying them due to a broken … [Read more...]
Thinking of Adding a Beautiful Pergola to Your Garden? Read This!
If you would like to add a permanent space for outdoor entertaining in your backyard, consider installing a pergola. A pergola is an outdoor structure consisting of vertical columns that support a series of horizontal … [Read more...]
Top DIY Tips for Applying Wood Stain
There are numerous wood stains available for the DIYer to use on their home DIY projects, the wood stain can transform the finished look of your project. If possible I prefer to test the stain on the timber in … [Read more...]
A Guide to Making Your Own Radiator Cover or Cabinet From Wood
Tools required :- Tape measure, wood saw, jigsaw, battery drill, masonary and wood drill bits, various screwdrivers, spirit level, sanding block, safety goggles, work bench. Safety tip :- Safety goggles should be … [Read more...]
DIYer Timber and Sheet Materials
The list below of timber and sheet materials contains the most common types used by the home DIYer. P.S.E. Planed square edge or P.A.R. Planed all round as it is sometimes known is suitable for indoor framework, … [Read more...]