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5 Rules for Fixing FurnitureNEWNot sure where to start when fixing furniture? Let us show you the way - Read More.. |
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Overhaul a wobbly chair:NEW Learn here on how to deal with a wobbly chair - |
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Upholster a slip seatNEWBefore you begin: For a first-time reupholstery project, select a solid-coloured fabric or one... |
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Repair a wicker chairNEW Here is our guide to repair a wicker chair - |
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Install a new door sealNEW Here is a guide on how to level a washing machine - |
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 | How to patch fibre cement 2Work on cement sheet installed before the early 1980s should be done by a professional specialist due to risk of asbestos. Since then, fibre cement (FC) sheeting made with the safer cellulose has been used. |  | How to repair ridge cap roof tiles2 Exposure to weather eventually cracks the inflexible mortar usually used to hold ridge capping tiles, making repairs essential to avoid leaks. Always wear a harness when working on the roof. |  | How to secure new handles on a cabinet2 Choose slimline handles when installing cabinetry as they don’t work loose over time. Buy a handle template or make a jig to drill accurate holes. TIP Handles come with machine screws that are usually longer than required. Measure the door thickness plus 3mm then clamp the screw in a vice and use a hacksaw to cut it to length. |  | How to fit a hinge to a door2 Fitting hinges is the trickiest part of hanging a replacement door. It requires accurate measuring, and some basic carpentry skills. |  | Repairing damaged masonry2 Brick and rendered walls can suffer considerable surface breakout when plastic plugs or sleeve anchors like Dynabolts are removed after a picture or mirror is taken away. |  | How to cover a damaged wall2 A fast fix for damaged plasterboard or a wall that’s been treated for rising damp. |  | How to paint a room2 The key to a professional finish is preparation. |  | How to put in a smoke detector2 How to install a smoke detector correctly. |  | How to prepare and paint weatherboard2 Update weatherboard, masonry or FC sheeting with good preparation and expert techniques for application. |  | How to replace guttering2 Gutters are the decorative eyebrows of a home that visually coordinate the fascia and roof. They tend to weather over time, becoming damaged or discoloured. |
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