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

How to 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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01/05/2020

How to renovate your concrete

Renovate your concrete We’ll show you how to renovate your concrete surfaces in this post. Have you a old driveway or patio that has seen better days. There are many ways to rejuvenate your concrete. You can repair, resurface and or replace your concrete depending on how badly it has deteriorated. Inspect and assess The first step in renovating your...

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22/03/2020

How to clean a paint brush

To clean your paint brush is an easy task. There are two types of paint, oil based and latex/acrylic. Oil based paint needs turpentine for brush clean up, whereas latex/acrylic paint is water based clean up. Water based paint brush clean up First scrape off as much paint as possible from the brush into the paint tin. A paint scraper...

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22/03/2020

What type of paint to use for your project

What type of paint to use The type of paint you need for your project depends on several factors. Factors include whether you are painting inside or outside, if the area you are painting is high traffic or low traffic area and what type of finish you want. You have the choice of oil based or latex (acrylic) paints. Oil...

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10/03/2020

Drywall hole fix

Fixing a hole in drywall is a skill all handy people should develop. We’ll show you how to fix damage drywall from a small ding to a large hole. Before you start your repair, determine what tools and products you will need to complete the repair. Tools and products Tools you will require for drywall repairs are Stanley knife, paint...

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