In this post I will share with you the insider tricks I use to save money on flights and accommodation. So far I've been to over 40 countries but I want to see many more - without spending a fortune! This means I have to find the best deals possible! I love saving money and over the years I have become very good at finding the best way of saving money on things like flights … [Read more...]
Boat solar panel installation: How to fit BIG solar panels on a SMALL boat
Looking for information on boat solar panel installation? This post and my associated video explain the method I used to fit two large solar panels to a small sailing boat. Before getting stuck in to the details, let's consider the following question: Why should I fit solar panels to my boat? Having enough electrical power to meet your power requirements, without having to … [Read more...]
Shou Sugi Ban – charred wood effect. A DIY Tutorial
Shou Sugi Ban is an ancient Japanese technique of preserving wood by burning it. This post and associated video will show you how you can make charred wood at home, without having to go and buy or hire an expensive propane torch. Shou Sugi Ban has been used to protect external cladding in Japan for centuries. The outer layer of the wood that will be exposed to the elements is … [Read more...]
DIY Cavity Tray Installation (Type E Cavitrays)
Cavity tray installation - these three words might not exactly fill you with excitement but, if you would like to live in a damp-free home, this article is worth a read! What are cavity trays? Cavity trays are pre-formed polypropylene trays. They are installed into the external bricks of a cavity wall and their purpose is to collect any water dripping or running down the … [Read more...]
How to point paving stones. A simple patio jointing guide for beginners
Weeds growing between paving stones' can be a real pain in the derriere! This post and the associated video will show you how you can use a simple dry sand and mortar mix to point the gaps between patio stones / flagstones for a permanent solution to this problem. This really is an easy job and, looking out on your weed-free patio for years to come, you will be very grateful … [Read more...]
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