How to Lay Turf
Having a luxurious lawn in front of your house makes a big statement, whereas in the back garden it can be the best way to make the most of your outside space, giving you a natural place to relax and for your kids to play. If you’re going to have a go at laying your own turf then we’ve outlined a few tips below. As ever though, if you have no experience you can save yourself time and hassle by finding a professional through MyHammer.
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If you are looking to rejuvenate your home a little, what better place to start than the dining room? With a carefully thought out dining room, eating or entertaining may become a much more pleasurable experience. You can design the space yourself if you feel comfortable, or find an experienced interior designer to help you. If turning the ideas into reality is simple enough, you can carry out the painting and renovation yourself. If the work is a little more tricky you may want to find an experienced painter or decorator. Below are a few things that you should consider.
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Top Tools for DIY
We all fancy ourselves as a DIY pro – and why not? Many jobs are relatively simple to undertake and with a bit of research and common sense there are a lot of jobs which are not beyond our reach. Although I say this, it is important to know when to hand a job over to a professional handyman. Certainly when it comes gas issues, a qualified Gas Safe engineer is essential. Electrics can also be dangerous in the hands of someone unqualified. We suggest leaving any electrics beyond changing a bulb or simply rewiring a plug to a professional electrician. So for those jobs that we can do ourselves, what are the essential tools that we should all have?
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DIY Can Be Dangerous
Have you ever thought “Maybe I should have hired a professional”? Perhaps the paint job you did turned out blotchy, or maybe the shelves you put up are wonky and/or keep falling down? Hopefully you stopped there, as electric DIY tasks can have much more serious, irreversible consequences.
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The Dangers of DIY
When it comes to DIY many people will ask themselves “why didn’t I just hire a professional?” Perhaps the paint job you did turned out blotchy, or maybe the shelves you put up are wonky and keep falling down or worse, the consequences of your DIY electrics haven’t even given you a second chance to rectify your mistakes.
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Enjoy fresh tomatoes throughout the year!
Growing your own vegetables can be an extremely rewarding experience. It may be worth consulting a gardener who can advise you on the best position in your garden, what soil type you have, etc. If you need to find a gardener, visit MyHammer for advice. You can, however, quite easily do it yourself and enjoy fresh, home grown tomatoes taste that little bit sweeter! Below are some tips on growing your own.
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Don’t DIY
A few months back I decided we needed some more storage space and traversed the DIY minefield of putting up shelves. It went extremely smoothly: I didn’t remove chunks of the wall, the shelves were absolutely level and it only took about two hours! So imagine my dismay when I walked in from work a day later and the shelves had fallen down and taken half of the wall with them. Aaaaargh!
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Environmental,Plumbing and Heating
Solar Panels
“Solar panels can save you a lot of money!” – Up until now this was just a myth, a simple marketing ploy. Nowadays, however, there’s a lot more to it. More and more Brits are switching to solar power to benefit from the renewable energy of the sun. This sudden solar energy trend can be explained by the fall in prices for solar panels and tubes. In some places they’ve fallen as much as 35% in 6 months. One of the main reasons for the reduction in price lies with an inaccurate estimate by a Californian consultancy company that had predicted demand would be around 150% more than it actually is for 2009, causing a huge surplus of panels that nobody wants.
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Build Your Own Fence
Wooden fences aren’t just dividers to stop nosy neighbours keeping track of everything you do; they can also be used as a mount for wall climbers and play an important role in the feel and look of a garden. Building a fence yourself isn’t rocket science, but it can require a certain amount of skill. You can either get one built by an experienced fencing company by posting a job online on a trades and services platform like myhammer.co.uk, or you can read the following guide and try doing it yourself.
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Choosing the right floor is really a personal choice. Below are two popular options:
Laying parquet
Carpet has traditionally been the most popular option, providing comfort and warmth, especially in the winter months. It’s soft and quiet to walk on and kids love sitting on it. On the other hand, it’s more susceptible to stains and will trap dirt and dust, making it harder to keep clean and hygienic. Parquet and laminate flooring are a much better choice for households with pets and messy children, whilst rugs and underfloor heaters can retain the cosiness and comfort of a room.
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