26/11/2021

5 ways to use a car jack in the workshop

We’ll show you 5 ways to use a car jack in your workshop. Getting your hands on an old scissor lift car jack is easy. There are many ways you can use these in or around your home or workshop. 1. Bench Clamp Here’s an idea from Men’s Craft. The video shows how to build a clamp for gluing up...

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19/08/2021

How to install a leaf catcher to your down pipes

We’ll show you how to install a leaf catcher to your down pipes and what tools you’ll need. Tools required Drill and drills Tape measure Multi tool or hack saw Pencil or marker Sealant Screws or pop rivets Leaf catcher There are many styles of leaf catcher available, but the basic design is a large collection area covered with a...

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08/06/2021

DIY How to change a wheelbarrow tire

In this post I’ll show you how to change a wheelbarrow tire. What tools you’ll need and a video that shows you how to change a wheelbarrow tire. Usually you have to change or fix your wheelbarrow tire when it gets a puncture. You can either repair the inner tube or buy a new inner tube depending on how badly...

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04/06/2021

How to prune roses for beginners and get more flowers

A beginners guide how to pruning roses. Why do you need to prune your roses? It’s important to prune roses for 3 reasons. To remove and reduce disease or damage parts of the rose. Allows more air to circulate through the rose bush and lets more light into the center of the rose bush. When to prune your roses Roses...

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24/05/2021

How to start a handyman business from scratch

Do you dream of working for yourself? Are you a handy sort of person? This post will detail how to start a handyman business from scratch. Many people dream of the freedom that comes with working for themselves but are afraid to move forward or are unsure how to put their plan into action. Follow this guide and you will...

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08/02/2021

What is a drill press?

A drill press is a stationary power tool designed to drill precise holes in wood or metal. A drill press is a power tool designed to bore accurate holes in wood, metal or plastic. There are 2 types of drill press, bench-top and stationery. Bench-top drill presses are used by handymen and stationery drill press are used in industrial situations....

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17/11/2020

DIY How to build a timber fence

I’ll show you how to build a timber fence to define your home’s boundary. Timber fences are a classic DIY project most handymen can achieve. Planning your fence Consider what you want your timber fence to look like and what the fences main objective. You should consult your neighbour regarding the fence height and costs. Neighbours may agree to help...

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27/09/2020

Ways to use your smartphone for DIY

In this post I will show you many ways to use your smartphone for your DIY projects. As a Camera There are many reasons to use your smartphones’ camera, from taking before and after photos to recording specific details about your project. Before and after photos of your DIY project is a great use of your smartphones’ camera. You can...

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28/05/2020

Can I lay a concrete slab

You can lay a concrete slab yourself with a few basic tools. We’ll tell you how to lay a concrete slab in this post. Before you start Decide if the concrete slab you want is small enough to be completed by one person or if you require a professional to get the job done. Generally slabs up to 3m2 can...

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01/05/2020

How to grind concrete floors

How to grind concrete floors We’ll show you how to grind concrete in this post. There are many reasons to grind concrete. For repairs, renovating concrete and for decorative purposes. Concrete can be ground to a polished finish for decorative and maintenance reasons or ground roughly to make a better key for renovating your concrete. See our renovating concrete post...

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