If you’re looking to sand skirting boards and repaint, then you may be considering the best way of doing this. One option, is to use an electric sander. However, there are several different types of sander on the market, and not every type is suitable for this type of work. In most cases, the best […]
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There are a several reasons you may want to move a loft hatch. These could include: These are just a few examples of why you may want it moving. However, before you start, you may be wondering if it’s possible for you to do this as a DIY project. The good news, is it’s relatively
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Architrave is a decorative feature, which is used to cover the gap between door frames and the surrounding wall. This gives a neat and aesthetically pleasing finish. Architraves are nailed in place and will often have a grab adhesive on the back, as well as wood glue on the mitred corners. There are a few
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Creaking chipboard flooring is usually the result of one of the following issues: More often than not, this is due to poor installation, and you can usually fix the issue quite easily, with some well-placed screws. Chipboard flooring is quite common, especially in modern, new build properties. This is mainly because it is affordable and
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In this article, we will be looking at ways to waterproof OSB (orient strand board). Whilst this product is already quite water resistant, it is not fully waterproof. This means, it will deteriorate over time if it is exposed to high levels of water. OSB is an engineered sheet material, made from chips of wood
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Chipboard flooring is a very common type of floorboard in modern properties. This is mainly due to its low cost and ease of fitting, compared with traditional timber floorboards. However, chipboard is lower quality compared to wood floorboards, which often means they may need replacing sooner. This can be due to wear and tear, as
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