Ben Field
Ben is a writer and a keen DIYer, and has undertaken a multiple of tasks from installing loft insulation, tiling, painting windows to fitting garden fences and reviving period fireplaces. He has also converted his loft on a DIY basis.
Latest articles by Ben Field

Learn how to lay decking to give your outdoor space a new lease of life
By Ben Field last updated
Learn how to lay decking with this easy-to-follow tutorial and transform your garden ready to enjoy this summer

Learn how to fit a shower with this easy to follow step-by-step DIY guide
By Ben Field last updated
This easy to follow guide includes a full list of the tools and equipment you’ll need to fit your own shower

How to balance radiators to create an efficient, cost-effective and cosy heating system
By Ben Field last updated
If you’ve noticed some of the radiators in your home are cold while others are hot, use our easy to read step-by-step DIY guide on how to balance radiators to even out heat distribution

How to put up a fence: An easy step-by-step guide to installing panels and posts
By Steve Jenkins published
Need to know how to put up a fence that looks good and will last for years and years? Follow our step-by-step guide that takes you from start to finish

How to Fit Skirting Boards: Give Your Home a Flawless Finish
By Ben Field last updated
If you're wondering how to fit skirting boards our guide is here to help — it is the smaller details such as this that can make all the difference to you home

How to Lay a Paving Circle
By Ben Field published
Ensure your outside spaces look just as good as those inside by installing your own feature patio with our simple step-by-step guide

How to Board a Loft: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Ben Field last updated
Follow this step-by-step guide on how to board a loft to (safely) make the most of your home’s available storage space

How To Replace a Radiator
By Ben Field published
Update the appearance and efficiency of your central heating system with a new radiator. We show you how to install one on a DIY basis

How to Fit a New Toilet
By Ben Field published
Update the look of your bathroom, or replace a faulty fixture with our step-by-step guide to fitting a toilet

How to Swap a Socket
By Ben Field published
Create more outlets for all those electrical appliances with our easy-to-read guide to adding double sockets

How to Fit Your Own Glazing
By Ben Field published
Find out how to update or repair your double-glazed window units on a DIY basis

How to Add a Radiator
By Ben Field published
Our step-by-step guide to upgrading your central heating system
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