Grasping the basics of how to tile a kitchen wall is the ideal way to cut down on labour costs and add a new skill to your DIY arsenal. As always practice makes perfect but you will need to know the basics which you’ll find in this guide. When designing a kitchen choosing the perfect tile is all part of the process. And you don’t want to spoil the aesthetic with poorly placed and poorly applied tiles. Plan ahead where you are going to start and tackle an easier project, like above a...

Fitting a kitchen sink can help transform the appeal of your kitchen. But a new sink isn’t just a pretty addition, it will also be a practical solution as well. You can invest in a like-for-like replacement to freshen up your kitchen, or you can upgrade your current kitchen sink to fit in neatly with your new kitchen remodel ideas. But whatever type of kitchen sink you choose it will need to take the place of the old sink. This could be a quick DIY job if the measurements match up. Or, it may...

By Steve Jenkins published 5 January 2025 in Advice If you are new to DIY projects or come up against wonky cuts when using a saw, you're most likely in need of a DIY saw guide. It'll give you perfectly straight cuts and you can make your own in just a few simple steps. Typically made from plywood or MDF, a DIY saw guide is most often needed for long, straight cuts. They’re easy to make, easy to use and give great results according to our home maintenance experts. And while they can come in...

Siliconing a shower is a DIY skill that can quickly be mastered with a little patience and practice. When you get it right it will leave you with smooth, smart and straight lines that will repel water and make edges and gaps watertight. Whether you're fitting a shower, sink, bath or toilets introducing a silicone sealant is key to keeping water out where it shouldn’t be. But just as important as the application is the preparation. Get this wrong and you’re beautifully applied silicone sealant...