How To's
Welcome to our DIY-friendly how-to guides, an ever-growing collection of practical, step-by-step instructions to help you tackle projects around the home and garden with confidence.
Written to be simple, whether you are a first-time DIYer or a seasoned hand, these DIY project guides break it all into manageable stages, with insider-level advice on the tools and materials you need along the way.
As a family-run timber and building merchant in the North West since 1986, we know what goes into getting a job done properly and love to share our experience to empower others.
Build a Brick Wall
A step-by-step guide to laying a straight, level brick wall, from preparing the footing to mixing mortar and finishing the joints.
Lay a Garden Patio
Everything you need to plan and lay a patio, including marking out the area, preparing the base, and bedding your slabs for a lasting finish.
Fit Plasterboard
Learn how to measure, cut, and fix plasterboard to walls and ceilings, ready for a smooth, professional finish.
Install Skirting Board
A clear guide on measuring, cutting, and fixing skirting board, including how to cope with internal corners and mitre external ones neatly.
Construct a Sleeper Bed
Build a sturdy raised bed from timber sleepers, covering layout, cutting, fixing, and the basics of preparing it for planting.
Paint Fence Panels
Get a clean, even finish on your fence panels, from preparing the timber and choosing the right treatment, to applying it for best results.
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Once you are ready to get going, put everything you need in your secure online basket, or contact our team on 01942 720 777 for bespoke advice. No question is too small; we'd be happy to assist you.
Alternatively, you can shop in person at any of our 7 North West branches and even enjoy a free cup of coffee!