Category archives: Home & Maintenance

Best Way to Insulate Lofts

The first loft that I ever insulated was our family home – the memory of which will stay with me forever! My dad had a really wicked sense of humour, forever playing games and having a wind up. I was very young and naive and I believed and trusted everything… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Install a Loft Ladder

I have to admit I have a confession to make. People constantly say to my wife how lucky she is to be married to me! My wife would question all and any aspect of that statement! People then qualify the statement by saying it must be amazing to have someone… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Fit a Spotlight Track

Replacing a standard pendant light fitting with a spotlight track system can create a very satisfying transformation without breaking the bank. These track systems are available in a variety of different designs and finishes, so they are suitable for different locations within the home – from the hallway to the… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Fit Thermostatic Valve

In this age of striving for better use of energy, in an attempt to reduce greenhouse gases and save a nice few quid at the same time, try fitting thermostatic valves to your radiators, replacing the standard rad valves.

This gives you much more control over the temperature. It’s not… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Clear Blocked Drains and Toilets

Drains! Drains are things that people generally don’t like to think about until they really have to… Drains are where all that muck and rubbish and dirty water disappear into.

Sticking to a few simple rules and occasional maintenance duties should ensure a continual uninterrupted effluent flow, into the mysterious… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Change the Taps on a Bath

If you want to smarten up an old bath or sink, a good way to do this is to change the taps to a new set. The effect of the transformation can be amazing, especially if you redecorate the bathroom at the same time. If the enamelling on the bath… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Choose the Right Paint Color

Painting can be fun or it can be a chore. Some people will happily lose a few hours with the radio on and a paintbrush in their hand, while others dread losing another weekend to the second coat. Part of the reason for this may be the end result. People… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Check and Maintain Your Home Properly

When taking possession of a property, either by purchasing or renting it, make sure that you locate and inspect all of the main services in case of emergencies. It’s a bit like taking a first aid course for people. In fact, that’s quite a good analogy, because you will be… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Clear Airlocks

Air locks are a common occurrence in heating systems and are fairly simple to cure. Air locks in the plumbing system, however, may be a little more complex to solve. There are two main possibilities when air locks occur in the hot water supply. Firstly, your plumber may have been… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Fit Wall Lights

Don’t make the mistake I made if you want to fit wall lights in your home. Select and fit your wall lights BEFORE you finish decorating and have had your carpets fitted. Although my wife and I planned our house refurbishment carefully, we found that when the curtains were fitted… Continue Reading…