Construction workers in the UK suffered approximately 66,000 non fatal accidents a year since 2013, according to HSE (the Health and Safety Executive). OK, so obviously not all of them are foot-related so they couldn’t all be avoided by safety footware, but many can. Puncture Wounds to Feet Stepping on sharp objects is a very Read on…
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Save time by using SPEEDFIT® push fit plumbing fittings when carrying out home improvement work in your home. Find out why plastic pipe is a great alternative to traditional copper pipework. Plumbing for Novices Many home improvers stay clear of plumbing because they are concerned about getting a good joint on copper pipes. After all Read on…
If you’ve spent time wiping streaming windows and mopping up watery windowsills, you’ll know how troublesome condensation dampness can be. The problem is excess water vapour and it makes itself very easy to spot. A common first-step to tackling the problem is trying to reduce moisture levels in the worst-affected rooms. Dehumidifiers are a popular Read on…
Ensuring your family and your home are safe and secure is always a top consideration, but during the winter months, this can become a trickier undertaking. With Autumn and Winter inevitably comes shorter days and longer, darker nights and this can give thieves and others with less social and moral fibre even more opportunity to Read on…
Typically, painting in the DIY sense usually involves painting walls, skirting boards, cupboards and other household objects, but when it comes to painting metal and metallic objects, the steps involved in getting a good finish can be a little more involved. Firstly, there are quite a few different types of paint that can be used Read on…
