Getting pest control right can be a tricky proposition. When you’re faced with an infestation of unwanted pests, the stress they cause can really put a damper on your life. It used to be that the only option was to call in the services of a professional pest control company and just hold your nose and pay whatever they billed you for.… Click To Read More

The ever increasing cost of living has created a new generation of DIY lovers. However, many of the people attempting DIY tasks find that their home improvement attempts end in disaster. Inspired by reality TV shows that paint an overly rosy picture of how easy DIY is, many homeowners make the mistake of taking on jobs that are too big or too complicated for their budget and experience level.… Click To Read More

Here’s a quick and easy video guide to installing plumbing for a washing machine.

Before you start, check the manual provided with your machine in case there are special instructions specific to the model you have bought. (Such as removing the transport bolts before use – these lock the internal workings in place to prevent damage in transit)

Attaching The Water Supply
You need to connect the water supply to your machine using the hoses supplied.… Click To Read More

Got toilet flush problems? Here’s a video guide of some quick things you can check if your toilet won’t flush.

You may have to call a plumber if the problem isn’t straightforward, but there some very simple reasons a toilet won’t flush, that you can check for and fix yourself.  Check these first, but call a plumber if you are not confident about replacing any parts that turn out to be broken.… Click To Read More

You’ve probably heard it a thousand times, but it’s true – having the right tools for the job is half the work done. And this couldn’t be more true for wallpaper hanging tools.

Here’s a quick video to show you what I mean:-

Recommended Tools For Hanging Wallpaper

1. Tape measure (measure twice, cut once right?)
2. Razor knife (snap off are great) / knife blades (to get into those edges when trimming off)
3. Spirit levels (to keep everything straight and make sure your edges meet)
4. Smoothing brush, or plastic smoothing tool (to get rid of all those air bubbles!)
5. Large synthetic sponge (to clear away the excess glue)
6. Paint brush or paint roller and pan (for applying your wallpaper paste or water/activator)
7. Big flat surface (clean papering table is ideal)

Remember to rinse your sponge regularly, and to change the water too.… Click To Read More