Posted in Bathrooms, DIY Tips | March 9th, 2010
When considering tiling, you may want to take a look at using mosaic versus traditional-sized ceramic tiles; they not only look great, but they are much easier to work with.
To begin your application, use a length of batten, a spirit level, and a pencil to map out the area you’re covering with tiles. Then, using [...]
Posted in DIY Tips, Heating, Underfloor Heating | March 3rd, 2010
Underfloor heating has become a commercially viable form of domestic heating over the last century. Underfloor heating is typically installed using water pipes or electric cables or mesh, both of which systems have become easy to use and install, even on a DIY basis using underfloor heating kits. Underfloor heating provides an alternative to traditional [...]
Posted in DIY Tips, Heating, Home Improvements, Underfloor Heating | February 27th, 2010
Underfloor heating kits are DIY kits for the installation of typically domestic types of underfloor heating. Underfloor heating provides an alternative to more widespread forms of heating, such as networks of radiators, a wood, coal, gas or oil stove or burner.
There are two forms of underfloor heating generally used: water and electricity underfloor heating. In [...]
Posted in DIY Tips, Gardening, Landscape Design | February 24th, 2010
If you like to dine al fresco in the summer months, building a patio will make a stylish platform for your table and chairs. It’s a DIY job that takes a bit of hard work, but it’ll be well worth the effort in the end.
Using pegs and string take care to mark out the [...]
Posted in Bathroom Suites, DIY Tips, Home Improvements | February 19th, 2010
Modern bathroom suites tend to put emphasis on the view that bathrooms can be practical as well as pleasing to the eye. There are certain basics to think about when planning modern bathrooms such as bathroom sinks, showers, bathroom radiators and furniture. Selecting the best bathroom furniture and bathroom accessories is considered to be of [...]
Posted in DIY Tips, Home Improvements, Interior Design | February 18th, 2010
If you’re about to splash out on a major piece of property development or home improvement, getting the interior spec of a new extension right can be of critical importance.
Architects can design the structure for you, but it’s good to have certain ideas in mind before plans are drawn up. A fabulous contemporary feature [...]
Posted in DIY Tips, Heating, Home Improvements, Underfloor Heating | February 15th, 2010
People choose underfloor heating for different reasons, such as the benefit of having warm floors to walk on, an even distribution of heat, and saving energy costs. Also, with no visible radiators or pipes, it appeals to the minimalist in us all. Once you have decided that underfloor heating is what you need for your [...]
Posted in DIY Tips, Home Improvements, Radiators | February 11th, 2010
Although adding a new radiator to an existing system will require the advanced building trade skills of a plumber, replacing an old radiator is a straightforward DIY job. If you’re painting and decorating, why not ditch those rusty old radiators and install some efficient new ones?
Close the radiator by turning the large plastic cap on [...]
Posted in Bathrooms, DIY Tips, Home Improvements | February 8th, 2010
If you want to cover an uneven wall, but don’t feel up to plastering or you want a surface which protects against moisture and is easy to clean, think tiles.
This is another relatively easy DIY project that comes under the painting and decorating heading – and it can transform a room without calling in [...]
Posted in Bathrooms, DIY Tips, Home Improvements, Shower Enclosures | January 29th, 2010
Medicine cupboards and bathroom cabinets are among the most important fixtures in the bathroom. Unfortunately, they are also one of the first to show their age. This is probably due to the amount of wear and tear they receive in the course of a day. It might also be that familiarity breeds contempt and we [...]