Top DIY Disasters and How to Avoid Them

There’s nothing like dreaming of a new-look home. Choosing features, finishes and the little things that make your pad completely unique is exciting. But, when it comes to doing the work, things can go wrong - very wrong. DIY disasters don’t just delay the completion of a project - occasionally for years - they can damage the structure of your property and cost a fortune to put right.

Occasionally a botched job can be dangerous as well as a big let-down. That is why more homeowners are making sure they plan projects properly. In today’s blog we look at common DIY mistakes and explain the importance of investing in the right tools and materials. For home improvements you will be proud of, simply follow our advice.

Don’t be floored by tiles

If you are planning to give your bathroom a makeover, think carefully before pulling off tiles. In an older style home, you could pull off more than you bargain for. One of the most common tiling mistakes is buying cheap or discount tiles. You wouldn’t believe how many home owners later realise they haven’t bought enough - only to find it was an ‘end of line’ offer and no more are available.

Avoid tile disasters by instead investing in bathroom wall panels. They can be fitted over prepared surfaces, saving not just time and money but a lot of heartache to boot. What’s more, they are available in tile designs - so you will get the same, if not better look, for far less hassle. It is worth noting that bathroom wall panels don’t require grouting and are much easier than tiles to keep hygienically clean.

Are you on a sticky wicket?

Poor bonding can embarrass the best of us. Just look what happened to Theresa May when she gave her ill-fated keynote speech to Conservative Party members. If the frog in her throat wasn’t mortifying enough, the letters stuck to the display behind her dropped off mid-speech. Imagine if the same bonding method had been applied in your new kitchen or bathroom?

Don’t let your house look like Fawlty Towers. If your home improvement or DIY project requires high-grab adhesive, get a glue that really does do the job.

Do your sums measure up?

Believe it or not, one of the biggest mistakes DIY enthusiasts make is getting their measurements wrong. Always use the size guide provided by suppliers and make sure you to measure the correct area. For example, PVC pipe measurements use the nominal bore to meet British Standards. Other products may require internal or external measuring.

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Don’t over-estimate your DIY capabilities

Taking on more than you can comfortably do by yourself is the single most common mistake DIY enthusiasts make.

Make every project achieveable with easy to install materials. Look at the benefits of UPVC. It is simple to cut and fix in place, and requires next to no maintenance. Consider UPVC for new window boards and window sills, as well as conservatory roofing and glazing.

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