Mat

A complete novice trying to navigate in the world of DIY. I bought my first home about 2 years ago & ever since I've been trying to research & learn how best to tackle common household problems.

February, 2019

  • 11 February

    How To Get Rid Of Bed Bugs

    How to get rid of bed bugs

    Bedbugs are small brown oval bugs that look like apple seeds that hide within your room in places such as mattresses, bed frames and headboards. Hiding spots such as these give the bedbugs easy access to people so that they can bite during the night when they are active. Though …

  • 11 February

    The How To Move Out Of My Parents House Checklist

    Moving Out Of Your Parents Home

    Moving out of your parents home can be a pretty daunting undertaking if you’ve never done it before. There’s quite a lot to be thinking about and most of which you would of never had to do before. Don’t panic though, we’ve written a guide to help you through the …

  • 11 February

    I’m Locked Out My Car, What Should I Do?

    I'm locked out of my car

    Have you managed to lock yourself out of your car? It happens to everyone, so don’t worry, I mean I remember when I accidentally dropped my keys down a street drain whilst at the seaside, that wasn’t fun. None the less, it’s no laughing matter, it can be concerning but …

  • 11 February

    How To Hang A Door By Yourself

    How to hang a door

    Have you ever tried to hang a door by yourself? It can be a bit of an art form, although it sounds quite basic, it’s actually quite a tricky thing to do. We have put together a guide on how to hang a door by yourself so it, to quote …

  • 11 February

    How To Remove Mold Inside Your Home

    How to remove mold

    Have you got an issue in your home with mold or mildew? It’s a bit of a constant battle for any home owner, so you’re definitely not alone. Mold is horrible, it spreads, it smells and it’s bad for your health, so it’s best to remedy the situation as soon …

  • 11 February

    How To Build A Fire Pit In Your Garden

    How to build a fire pit

    Looking to add that bit extra to your garden? You can liven the look of your home up with a nice toasty fire pit. It’s easier to make a great looking fire pit than you may think. We’ve written a step by step guide to help you on your way …

  • 11 February

    What Questions To Ask Your Soffit & Fascia Fitters

    Soffit & fascia fitters

    The soffit and fascia are two important aspects of your home. They can play a central role in embellishing how the roof looks and ventilating your attic effectively. Soffit and fascia installation is not done on a regular basis but in case you are at that stage where you need …

  • 11 February

    How To Find & Fix Roof Leaks

    Have you got a leak in your roof that’s causing damage to your home? You’ll usually spot this as you’ll have water dripping down your wall coming from the roof, I’ve had an issue with a leaky roof before due to a missing roof tile & it hide itself behind …

  • 11 February

    Is Underfloor Heating Worth It?

    Underfloor heating

    There’s nothing nicer than walking into your kitchen, along the tiled floor, in bare feet with a nice warm floor. Underfloor heating is a nice to have feature of your home, but is it worth it? Yeah sure it’s comfortable but it can also be very expensive, in the below …

  • 11 February

    How Much Does A New Staircase Cost?

    New Staircase Cost

    Quick Answer: A new straight wooden staircase will cost you roughly £770-850 with labour costs included, but this can range as high as £15,000+ depending on the materials and labour involved. Getting a new staircase installed into your home is an undertaking, it’s a big structural change, especially from a …