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  • Building a loft bed for my box room

    Hi, I'm thinking of getting a single loft bed built for my box room. What should be the estimate price? It will be 2.7 x 1.87m.

    Asked by Lily on 19th Jun 2020
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    How do I know if my door is secure enough?

    Is there a measurement system for the level of security offered by a door?

    Asked by Greg on 20th Jul 2021
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    Do I legally need a handrail in my late 1800 cottage?

    We have just taken the stair rail off because it was falling off, filled in the holes and realized the stairs look great without them (it's incased in-between two walls) is there a legal requirement to have a rail?

    Asked by Sita on 5th Apr 2023
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    Should bench saws be serviced?

    Does a bench saw need servicing?

    Asked by Jackie on 16th May 2023
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    Finish a Garden Room

    Where do I stand if I have had a trade come in to complete a garden room and patio but then left a job half finished and I have paid £1500 deposit? Can I get someone else to complete it?

    Asked by Gavin on 16th May 2025
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    Wood composite vs solid wood garage doors

    How do wood composite garage doors differ from solid wood garage doors?

    Asked by Cheryl on 23rd Oct 2022
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    What do joiners charge per hour in the UK?

    What's normal for a carpenter/joiners hourly rate in London (for someone decent/experienced)

    Asked by Lou on 9th Dec 2025
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    Propane vs butane LPG storage unit

    What costs more, a propane LPG storage unit or a butane LPG storage unit? And which do you think I should buy and what are the pros and cons of each option? Do they take long to install and are they hard to find?

    Asked by Sharon on 19th Mar 2021
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    Is it worth sanding and refinishing a wood floor?

    Is getting a sanding and refinishing done for a wood floor worthwhile?

    Asked by Claire Kate on 3rd May 2022
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    What is the best way to paint my living room skirting board?

    How do I paint the skirting board in my living room effectively, efficiently and in a way that doesn’t make a mess, say on the floor? I’ve a carpet floor so I’m worried about paint dripping on to it and want to make sure I avoid this!

    Asked by Simon on 6th May 2022
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