Tag: Guide
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A complete guide to restrictive covenants and overage
What looks like the perfect plot on which to build your own home can come with a surprise in the form of restrictive covenants and overage. Either can have serious implications for your project. You might have come across restrictive covenants when buying a house. In this case they have to be considered before making…
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Learn how to re-enamel a bath with this DIY guide
If you’ve got a beautiful bath that’s not looking its best, knowing how to re-enamel a bath can bring it back to its best. Any annoying scratches or ugly chips can disappear under a new layer of enamel and bring back the lustre and shine. With a new coat of colour a restored bath can…
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Learn how to build pantry shelves in this DIY guide
If you need extra storage in your kitchen, a pantry is perfect for getting organised. To make it happen you’ll need to know how to build pantry shelves. This is a project that most DIYer’s should be able to tackle. Just make sure you get your measurements right and the rest will fall into place.…
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Replacing a kitchen sink: A how-to guide
If your old kitchen sink is looking tired and worn, or you want to add a new contemporary aesthetic to your kitchen, replacing a kitchen sink is the obvious way to make it happen. You can go from old to new in no time at all with the help of this guide. When updating or…
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Fitting a kitchen sink waste? Follow our DIY step-by-step guide
Fitting a kitchen sink waste is essential, it’s a key part of your kitchen plumbing and something you need to think about when designing a kitchen. Get it wrong and you’ll have water slowly but surely creeping into your kitchen cabinets and under your kitchen floor. Any food blocked in the pipe could also potentially…
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Replacing a kitchen extractor fan: A how-to DIY guide
We put our kitchen extractor fans through a lot. Or rather, we put a lot through them. Years of fan-powered fume extraction or purification wears out these appliances. As a result, kitchen extractors often need to be replaced within around 7-10 years. There’s plenty to consider when replacing a kitchen extractor fan. You need to…
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Drywall Installation: The Complete Guide
Transforming a bare frame into a smooth, finished wall can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a first-time homeowner, mastering drywall installation is a valuable skill that can significantly enhance your home’s aesthetic and value. Drywall, also known as gypsum board, is the go-to material for…
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Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Roofing Material
A roof serves two essential functions: determining a house’s appearance and defending it against environmental conditions. The selection of roofing materials represents a decision that will endure multiple years. The selection of roofing material determines how long the roof lasts, how much energy it saves, and how often maintenance is needed. The abundance of choices…
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World Of Asphalt Preview Guide 2025
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in Aggregates, Application, Asphalt, Asphalt Pavers, Asphalt Plants, Asphalt Recycling, Asphalt Tack Distributors, Automation Systems, Blacktop, Compaction, Construction News, Construction Technology, Dirt Work, Equipment, events, Featured, Maintenance, Mastics, Material Transfer Vehicles, Milling, Mix Design, Patching, Pavement Maintenance, Pavement Marking & Striping, Pavement Preservation & Maintenance, Paving, Plant Components, Plants, Preservation, Production, Rejuvenators, Sealcoating, Striping, Sweepers, Sweeping, TechnologyContractors, manufacturers, and all the biggest brands from the asphalt industry will be in attendance for the 2025 World of Asphalt show and conference (WOA) during the week of March 25-27 in St. Louis, MO. The best way to get the most from your time at the expo is to have a good plan. Whether…
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How to fix a toilet that won’t flush with this expert guide
When your toilet stops flushing you’ll be happy that you know how to fix a toilet that won’t flush. And that’s what you will find in this DIY guide – the know-how to get your toilet back in working order as quickly as possible. And save yourself the cost of calling out a professional. Whatever…