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How to fit a fascia board

How to fit a fascia board

Facia boards cover up ugly construction work and are the perfect place to hang new gutters!

How to secure a roof ridge tile video

How to secure a roof ridge tile video

Slap on a pile of mortar to firm up a loose roof ridge tile and keep your house dry.

How to fit a new front door

How to fit a new front door

Fitting a new front door is easy with this simple step-by-step guide.

How to insulate your loft

How to insulate your loft

Loft insulation is an ideal DIY job that doesn't need any special skills: our step-by-step guide shows you how.

How to deal with draughts

How to deal with draughts

Do something about those uncomfortable draughts in your home - here's how.

How to plaster over Artex

How to plaster over Artex

Cover up the dated look of Artex on your walls or ceiling - here's how.

How to repair wooden windows

How to repair wooden windows

Repair wooden window frames before they rot - this step-by-step guide will help you keep on top of repairs.

How to colourwash floorboards

How to colourwash floorboards

Brighten up a room with a light colourwash on your floorboards with this practical guide.

How to lay carpet

How to lay carpet

Give your feet a treat and lay wall-to-wall carpeting with our easy step-by-step guide.

How to lay vinyl flooring

How to lay vinyl flooring

Soft but strong vinyl flooring is easy to lay with our step-by-step guide.

How to lay laminate flooring

How to lay laminate flooring

Laying laminate flooring couldn't be easier with our step-by-step guide.

How to fit a fireplace

How to fit a fireplace

Fireplaces warm up a room - so why not reinstall one with our easy step-by-step guide?

How to strip wallpaper

How to strip wallpaper

Getting rid of that old gloss-painted woodchip is the first thing to tackle if you want to redecorate. Here's how.