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Revealed: The DIY jobs costing UK homeowners thousands in redone work

New research from BuildSafe reveals that seven in ten (70%) UK DIYers cite cost as the main reason for tackling large or tricky home improvement projects themselves, but many are ending up worse off after underestimating the time, planning and expertise required, sometimes to the point of having to redo completed work entirely.

With tradespeople expected to raise their prices by 9.5% in 2026...

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The scariest DIY mistakes that homeowners make

Research by property maintenance solution provider, Help me Fix , reveals what the scariest home improvement mistakes are, based on the financial repercussions of DIY disasters within the home.

It is estimated that the average cost of making a home improvement mistake in the UK is just under £4,000. However, for Londoners, a DIY screw up results in a far more terrifying average...

Most common uses of MDF

MDF has become one of the most commonly used construction materials, even as popular as plywood. Although it might not be exactly like natural wood, it is far more affordable and has many different qualities that have led to it becoming widely used. Here are some of the most common uses of MDF and how effective it is in each of these applications.

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What is MDF...

4 Things to Consider when Hiring a Timber Board Supplier

Choosing the right timber board supplier is extremely important whether you're a sole trader or a major company working on a multitude of projects. The supplier you pick will not only affect the quality of the final job, but also the price you’ll have to pay for materials. This could make a world of difference if you’re operating on a slight margin and want your customers to be satisfied with...

Five Upgrades that Add Value to Your Home

As you plan your next renovation project, it's more important than ever to understand what upgrades can boost home value. Our homes have been at the centre of huge change and re-evaluation, and the world looks a lot different than it did just a handful of years ago. A wide range of improvements, suitable for all budgets and levels of ability and passion, can increase the value of your...

50% of Brits are desperate to make their homes bigger

New research reveals that half of Brits say returning to the office has allowed them to fall in love with their home again, with 38% saying they are enjoying it more now.

The research carried out by self-storage company Attic Self Storage found that nearly half (48%) of Brits have made changes to their homes in the last two years during lockdown. The most popular improvements include...

Homebuyers set to spend thousands on home improvements in 2022

After a busy year for the UK property market, GetAgent.co.uk has revealed the New Year’s resolutions homebuyers are setting for their home and the improvements they’re planning to spend thousands on in the process.

Above and beyond the aspiration of owning our own property, we also like to make our house a home and for many, this means putting our own personal stamp on it. So it’s...

Working outside? Don’t ignore hidden dangers of electricity

Working outside or doing DIY in the garden carries hidden dangers that can result in life-changing injury and even death, warns Western Power Distribution (WPD).

In an incident in Crediton, Devon in 2020, the driver of a tipper lorry died after his vehicle made contact with an overhead powerline.

Before starting work outside, people often forget to look out for overhead...

DIY screen printing t-shirts at home

Screen printing is much easier than you probably think. It also does not cost nearly as much to get started as most people believe. Sure, you can spend a fortune outfitting your entire basement or garage with fancy screen printing equipment that’s capable of customizing garments with lightning speed.

The frame

A frame is fundamental for screen printing. You can buy a cheap...

How to change your radiators and save money whilst they aren't in use this summer

Save over £130 this summer by replacing your radiator and following these tips

With June having provided us with our first glimpse of summer after a prolonged heatwave, the thought of turning our heating on and the costs that come with it is a long gone thought, but new advice is telling us now is the perfect time to make changes to your radiators.

The guidance comes from online...

Insurance giant reveals two thirds of DIY claims caused by decorating

DIY DISASTERS: 65% of DIY claims caused by decorating - Insurer urges homeowners to take care when doing DIY to avoid costly mishaps

40% of homeowners have never considered how condition of home impacts insurance
Accidental damage claims account for 47% of all home insurance claims during the pandemic
44% of homeowners don’t think they’ve EVER had an electric

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