Guides

VELUX Rewards APRIL/MAY 2026 Earn DOUBLE REWARDS (up to £60) this April and May when you purchase a VELUX white maintenance-f...

30th April 2026

The price of lead flashing tends to vary greatly depending on whether you need one roll of 3m flashing or 100 rolls of 3m flas...

24th March 2026

Cedar shingles are becoming an increasingly popular roof material as the desire to use products that are sustainable and eco-frien...

27th June 2023

DIY Difficulty Level 5

Chipboard flooring is one of the most popular uses of chipboard. Whilst it can be used for many different applications, this guide...

5th March 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Chimney cowls and caps are protective coverings designed to be placed on the top of a chimney. Their main function is to preven...

25th February 2026

There are several different types of timber available for use in the construction industry within the UK. The most commonly used t...

24th March 2026

Lead roofing jobs can be expensive to install and costly to maintain. The value of scrap lead has slowly been increasing. This has...

24th March 2026

Roofing sheets are becoming increasingly popular for garage roofs throughout the country, but what are they made of, and how do yo...

24th March 2025

Loft conversions seem simple at first glance but there are lots of options and planning factors to consider. Get the jargon-free b...

23rd June 2023

DIY Difficulty Level 5

Loft conversions are typically covered under what's called Permitted Development. Local authorities grant planning permissio...

23rd June 2023

DIY Difficulty Level 5

VELUX are a leading supplier of pitched roof windows. With that in mind, these windows need specially-made loft blinds. Luckily wi...

24th March 2026

Pitched roof windows can transform your space, offering natural light and ventilation into the highest point of your property. The...

24th March 2026

If your flat roof isn't properly waterproofed, it can lead to leaks, cracks and puddling. However, there are plenty of products to...

25th February 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 5

If you're looking to level out a sloping garden, installing decking may be the perfect solution. It is commonly used for creating ...

22nd January 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Breathable roof membranes are an essential part of your roof. You normally install them under your roofing tiles or slates as a va...

28th January 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 5

Boarding a loft is a relatively simple process. So, is it easy to board a loft yourself? Provided they have a certain level ...

24th March 2025

DIY Difficulty Level 5

Waterproofing shed walls isn’t something that you should have to do. When buying a shed, it should come with a guarantee advisin...

26th January 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Eaves are the area of a roof that extends or overhangs a small way over the width of a building. The rafters of the roof extend pa...

19th January 2026

When building a home, office, or outbuilding, or looking to create more space, why not build a stud wall? Simple, effective, and b...

4th December 2023

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Chimney cowls, also known as chimney pots, fit to the top of chimney stacks and flues. They prevent or reduce downdraught and stop...

24th March 2026

A pergola is a great way to update your garden, creating a point of interest and changing the landscape. Although they are readily...

27th January 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Knowing how to slate a roof can seem like an overwhelming challenge. Roof slates are aesthetically pleasing, durable and hard-wear...

26th January 2026

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Roof slate prices vary greatly depending on what material of roof slate you choose. Man-made roof slate prices and natural roof sl...

24th March 2026

FAKRO roof window flashing When purchasing a FAKRO roof window, you'll require the correct FAKRO flashing products. Window flashi...

27th January 2026

FAKRO windows are growing in popularity, due to their focus on sustainability, practicality, and style. This guide makes clear the...

22nd January 2026