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  • How much does trex decking cost?

    We're done with sanding and staining the wooden deck every single year so composite is tempting. What does trex cost supplied and fitted compared to the cheaper composite brands?

    Asked by minesh on 28th Sep 2026
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    Renting scaffolding to replace five or six roof shingles

    I am thinking of replacing some roof tiles. I only need to replace about five to six shingles. Should I rent scaffolding for safety or will I be okay without it?

    Asked by Kamil on 17th Aug 2020
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    Stone-coated steel roof material

    What are the pros and cons of stone-coated steel roofing material? I am considering having such materials added to my roof but I want to know first what its advantages and disadvantages are? What about the cost? How durable it is and so forth? Thanks for your time and I look forward to your response.

    Asked by Everson on 29th Apr 2021
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    How much cement do I need for a patio?

    I'm laying a patio with 600x600 slabs over a mortar bed. How do I calculate how much sand and cement I need for a roughly 20 square metre area?

    Asked by Carol on 22nd Apr 2026
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    How often should timber decking be replaced?

    We've got a hardwood deck that's about 12 years old. Some boards are starting to grey and split at the ends. Is this the beginning of the end or is it still worth treating and keeping?

    Asked by Cheryl on 12th Jun 2026
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    How much does underlay installation cost?

    Getting new carpet fitted upstairs and the carpet shop want quite a bit extra for underlay and fitting it. Is that normally priced per square metre? Could I reuse the old underlay to save a few quid or is that daft?

    Asked by Jackie on 5th Aug 2026
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    best way of lighting a kitchen that's 15 square metres

    I am planning to entirely remodel my kitchen. Do you have many recommendations when it comes to lighting? My kitchen is 15 square metres and I’d like to have the remodelled kitchen lit up in the best way possible! What are the best types of lighting and way of arranging it that I should take on board?

    Asked by Michael on 13th Aug 2020
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    Best type of flap disc for angle grinder

    Is a ceramic aluminium oxide flap disc best for deburring steel with an angle grinder?

    Asked by Carol on 17th Mar 2023
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    Removing a radiator and capping off

    How much should I expect to pay to have a radiator removed and capped? And is this something that can be done DIY without any issues down the line?

    Asked by Elly on 9th Feb 2026
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    How much is k rend per square metre

    Planning to have the house rendered with k rend. How much is it without labour per square metre?

    Asked by Pete on 5th Apr 2026
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