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Curious about new staircase costs? Find out how much you can expect to pay to replace your old staircase
By Steve Jenkins last updated
Discover how much you’ll need to invest on new staircase costs. Here we look at prices for all types of staircases, how much to relocate and labour rates

Need to repair sink cracks and chips? Follow these must-know steps from an expert
By Steve Jenkins published
Doing sink crack repairs yourself is not as hard as you might think. Find out what tools and techniques you need to make it happen

Best cordless drills – tried and tested to help you power through your next DIY project
By Sarah Handley, Garry Martin, Jack Woodfield, Joseph Mullane last updated
We shortlist our favourite impact drivers, combination drills and hammer drills to help you choose your next tool for the box

What you need to do before tiling on wood to ensure your tiles stick and stay looking good
By Steve Jenkins published
Get your preparation right for tiling on wood, and you won't be coming back to fix any time soon

Best vacuum cleaners for builders – say goodbye to dust and debris with our trusted favourites
By Hugh Metcalf, Steve Jenkins last updated
Our pick of the best vacuum cleaners to keep your space free of dust and debris during a house renovation or DIY project

Our favourite cordless strimmers will keep your lawn in shape, whatever the time of year
By Jack Woodfield, Teresa Conway last updated
We've scoured the market for the best cordless strimmers to help you choose the perfect tool to keep your lawn and garden looking neat and tidy with minimal effort

Let the experts help you choose the type of power saw you are going to need for your next DIY project
By Steve Jenkins last updated
What types of power saw do you need? We take a closer look at six saws that you should consider for your collection and why you might need them

Why you should have a reciprocating saw in your toolbox
By Steve Jenkins, Joseph Mullane last updated
Demolition, remodelling or rough cutting, a reciprocating saw is crucial for all of these jobs. We provide the lowdown on choosing, using and optimising a reciprocating saw
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