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Man on building site in hard hat cutting plasterboard to fit walls
Find out why plasterboarding is the ideal choice for a DIY project

By Steve Jenkins last updated

We take a look at the pros of plasterboarding with expert advice on why you should consider it over wet plastering

DIY
Rubber gloved hands holding a spray bottle and cloth against square tiles
The cleaning methods experts swear by for spotless shower tiles

By Megan Milstead Published

I asked the experts for the best ways to clean shower tiles – here are four methods they recommended

Bathroom
group of lawn grubs, also known as chafer grubs, in the soil
Don’t let chafer grubs destroy your lawn – act now to get rid of them the right way

By Holly Crossley Published

Learn when chafer grubs are most active and how to treat them before they cause serious lawn damage

Garden
Person painting a white mist coat with a 9 inch roller onto bare plaster
If you don't add a mist coat before painting new plaster, you’ll regret it. Here’s what you need to know

By Steve Jenkins last updated

When painting new plaster you need to seal it before you can add a top coat. Here we reveal the ideal mist coat ratio and how to apply for the perfect finish

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Brown MDF furniture against a brown wall with lime green painted top and tools in the foreground
Want to know how to paint MDF properly? This expert guide has the answers you need

By Steve Jenkins last updated

If you need to know how to paint MDF, we've got you covered. Follow this step-by-step guide for a perfect finish

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Two rats
5 ways to keep pests out of your insulation (and what causes them in the first place)

By Megan Milstead Published

Pests are bad news for your home's insulation. Here's how to keep them out, according to pest control experts

Insulation
Wall of glossy blue tiles in standard brick bond pattern with door, plant and white column radiator in front
Do you know how many tiles you'll need for your next project? Follow these pro tips to make sure you don't buy too little or too many

By Steve Jenkins last updated

How many tiles do I need is the first question asked when taking on a new tiling project. Here we reveal some simple tips to make sure you buy what you need

DIY
Man spreading tile adhesive with a bucket trowel onto the back of a tile trowel with a bucket of adhesive and bucket of water in foreground
Knowing how long tile adhesive takes to dry is crucial to project success. Here you'll find out what affects drying times and how to speed them up

By Steve Jenkins last updated

How long does tile adhesive take to dry is a straightforward question with a less simple answer. Here we look at the factors that determine drying times

DIY
Moss on driveway with a brush on top of it
Prevent summer moss by treating it now. Experts share their top tips for a fuzz-free driveway and patio

By Megan Milstead Published

Discover the easiest way to kill and remove moss from your driveway and patio – and ensure it doesn't return

Driveways
Bedroom with red and cream stripes on wall next to green furniture and pic of people on wall
Making painted stripes part of your latest design ideas will liven up any space, and it's not as hard as you might think

By Steve Jenkins last updated

Want to know how to paint stripes on a wall? We reveal the tools and techniques that every DIYer should know to get sharp, smart stripes

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