Emma Downer

Emma Downer

Emma is a UK-based DIY educator and director of the social media brand DIY With Emma, whose primary mission is to help more people get into DIY through sharing DIY hacks and how-tos. The DIY influencer, whose videos have received millions of views, has recently renovated her 19th-century cottage on a tight budget, has also created DIY content for Homebuilding & Renovating.


Latest articles by Emma Downer

Metro tiles on kitchen wall with shelf and kitchen accessories

Want to know how to tile a kitchen wall? A DIY expert's step-by-step guide

By Emma Downer last updated

Learn how to tile a kitchen wall with this guide from our DIY expert and enhance your kitchen design with attractive, durable tiles

Kitchen
Hand holding grouting trowel on tiled wall applying grout

How to Grout Tiles: Learn To Prepare, Mix and Apply

By Emma Downer last updated

Want to know how to grout tiles? Our DIY expert gives the lowdown on the tools and techniques you'll need to know to get a long lasting pro looking finish

DIY
A dripping tap being turned off by a person

How to Fix a Dripping Tap: Guide for Mixers, Pillar Taps and Leaky Spindles

By Emma Downer last updated

Our guide on how to fix a dripping tap has step-by-step instructions by our DIY expert

DIY
Open drawers at modern white kitchen furniture

How to Fix Kitchen Drawers: The Ultimate DIY Guide

By Emma Downer published

Looking to learn how to fix kitchen drawers? From a broken drawer slide to a loose drawer front, our DIY expert is here to help

Kitchen
Cleaning a wall with the Worx Hydroshot WG630E.1

Worx Hydroshot WG630E.1 Pressure Washer Review

By Emma Downer published

We put the Worx Hydroshot WG630E.1 Pressure Washer through its paces to see how easily and efficiently it blitzes filthy window sills, doors and more

Tools
How to Adjust Kitchen Cabinet Doors like a Pro

How to Adjust Kitchen Cabinet Doors like a Pro

By Emma Downer published

Learn how to adjust kitchen cabinet doors with this DIY guide — it's easier than you might think

Windows & Doors
a tiled bathroom with a basin

The 7 Best Tiling Tools for Your Next Project

By Emma Downer published

Unsure which tiling tools you need? These are the best tiling tools that are budget friendly, efficient and ensure longevity

Tools
a bright bathroom with metro tiles on the walls

How to Tile a Wall: The Step-by-Step Guide

By Emma Downer published

Looking to learn how to tile a wall in your shower, bathroom or kitchen? This ultimate guide will help to get you started

Kitchen
6 savvy DIY hacks

6 Savvy DIY Hacks for Beginners and Pros

By Emma Downer last updated

Looking for some DIY hacks? Here's Emma Downer's top tips to make your life easier during your next project

DIY