Kelly Rowett

Kelly is passionate about creating high-quality DIY guides for home improvement enthusiasts. When she’s not typing away at her laptop, you’ll find her up-cycling furniture, cooking Thai food or enjoying a clifftop hike with her dogs.

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how to cut quarry tiles

How To Cut Quarry Tiles in 7 Easy Steps (DIY Guide)

Thanks to their non-slip qualities, quarry tiles are an excellent choice for high-traffic areas of your home.  If you’re planning to cut quarry tiles yourself, this step-by-step guide shows you how to cut quarry tiles safely and efficiently.  Tools & Materials Here’s what you’ll need before you get started: Tools Materials How To Cut Quarry …

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best underlay for vinyl flooring

Best Underlay for Vinyl Flooring in 2023 (UK Buying Guide)

After extensive research and in-depth testing, we recommend the Grandismo Underlay for vinyl flooring.  This LVT underlay is perfect for click systems, and you can use it in commercial and household settings. It’s also great at reducing noise, and you can easily fit it over underfloor heating systems.  Last but not least, this underlay does an …

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how to whitewash laminate flooring

How To Whitewash Laminate Flooring in 7 Easy Steps (DIY Guide)

Whitewashing is an excellent option to revamp your laminate floor or switch up your home decor.  Whitewashed laminate flooring creates a beautiful, rustic effect that brightens your home and gives your home a light, modern feel. Our step-by-step guide on how to whitewash laminate flooring walks you through the process in 7 simple steps.   Tools …

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what is the best floor varnish for wooden floors

Best Floor Varnish for Wooden Floors in the UK (2023 Reviews & Buying Guide)

So, what is the best floor varnish for wooden floors? After extensive research and testing, we highly recommend the Ronseal Diamond Hard Floor Varnish.  This varnish brings out the true beauty of your wooden floor while protecting it from all that life can throw, including scrapes, spills, chips and scuffs. This combination of beauty and …

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best combination square in the uk

Best Combination Square in the UK (2023 Reviews & Buying Guide)

After extensive research and testing, we highly recommend the Workpro Combination Square. The Workpro Combination Square wins our award for ‘Best Combination Square in the UK’, thanks to its high-quality ruler and vial, the accuracy of the equipment, its excellent handle grips, and general durability. Best Combination Square – Reviews (The UK’s Top 3) After …

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how much does it cost to paint a room

How Much Does it Cost to Paint a Room in 2023? (UK Price Guide & Money-Saving Tips)

One of the easiest ways to breathe new life into your home is with a fresh lick of paint. This simple yet affordable project can transform dull, tired-looking rooms into bright and inviting spaces. Like any project, the final cost will vary based on the amount of preparation required, the size of the room and …

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woodworm treatment cost

How Much Does Woodworm Treatment Cost in 2023? (UK Price Guide and Money-Saving Tips)

Woodworm infestations are a common problem throughout the UK. These hungry little creatures eat their way through your furniture and timber, leaving destruction wherever they go.  If you’re worried about woodworm, you probably have many questions. How do I know if I have woodworm? How much does woodworm treatment cost? Can I do it myself, …

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