Carpentry
Caldicot - NP26
Enquiry from: Richard G
Start Date: Immediate
I have some work in Tenby that I'm looking to contract out double shop front give me a call if you fancy pricing for me.
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Caldicot - NP26
Enquiry from: Richard G
Start Date: Immediate
I have some work in Tenby that I'm looking to contract out double shop front give me a call if you fancy pricing for me.
Tredegar - NP22
Enquiry from: Mrs M
Start Date: Immediate
Driveway: build wall and gate Slight levelling for shed Rear garden: digging out 1 m of soil. Add retaining wall and fakengrass
Newport - NP11
Enquiry from: Debbie L
Start Date: Immediate
Small decked area with steps and rail and a fence panel
Crickhowell - NP7
Enquiry from: Margaret H
Start Date: Immediate
I need a new front door together with replacement frame. Looking for a good quality stable door with small window at the top.
Abertillery - NP13
Enquiry from: David J
Start Date: Immediate
Stairs made and fitting to attic
Newport - NP20
Enquiry from: Martin S
Start Date: Immediate
We have 26 wooden sash windows - we're looking at pricing for repairs, and replacement of glass with Slimline. We're in a conversation area, in Newport (South Wales)
Pontypool - NP4
Enquiry from: Mark J
Start Date: Immediate
Hi there! I'm looking for a quote please on the installation of 4 internal door frames and doors. I haven't bought the doors yet. I like the white cottage style doors. Cheers Mark
Tredegar - NP22
Enquiry from: Kevin S
Start Date: Immediate
shed converted to garden office. roof needs re-doing, external structure potentially clad in places, fitting of windows and doors. are you the property owner: owner of the property do you have a: med...
Ebbw Vale - NP23
Enquiry from: Owain M
Start Date: Immediate
customer has a gardening & landscaping project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for garden shed. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a carpenter.confirmed...
Crickhowell - NP7
Enquiry from: Richard W
Start Date: Immediate
Quote to supply and fit fence panels
Chepstow - NP16
Enquiry from: Jeff D
Start Date: Immediate
customer in chepstow area has requested that we arrange quotes for their garden shed project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a carpenter directly.please call to dis...
Newport - NP19
Enquiry from: William B
Start Date: Immediate
removal of trees (small), and bushes, lifting and removal of concrete slabs . removal of a small tin shed and other debris. are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service are...
Newport - NP19
Enquiry from: William B
Start Date: Immediate
Removal of trees (small), and bushes, lifting and removal of concrete slabs . Removal of a small tin shed and other debris.
Cwmbran - NP44
Enquiry from: Rohan M
Start Date: Immediate
we are undertaking a complete garden makeover project and would like a quote for the following: -levelling out garden -slabs/patio at the bottom of the garden (approx 5m by 7m) -relocation of shed -ch...
Monmouth - NP25
Enquiry from: Rob S
Start Date: Immediate
old wooden deck replacing
Cwmbran - NP44
Enquiry from: Ernest J
Start Date: Immediate
customer made an enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a carpenter.mr lives in the cwmbran area and would like a call to discuss options.see below d...
Newport - NP19
Enquiry from: Adam H
Start Date: Immediate
6 doors fittings including handle and hinges are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what type of job are you looking to have done: wooden window/doors how many...
Newport - NP20
Enquiry from: John G
Start Date: Less than one month
1) finishing tiling/lining plaster tiles in bathroom (material provided by client) 1x1 m2 (aqua cladding) 2) fitting new plastic bathtub panel ~ 1.6 x 0.5 m 3( fitting (wooden fence) gate mate securit...
Tredegar - NP22
Enquiry from: Glenys D
Start Date: Immediate
front garden new fence , and garden overhaul , back garden hedge and tree cutting and garden/ decking upgrade are you the property owner: owner property type: terrace do you have a: medium size garde...
Chepstow - NP16
Enquiry from: William C
Start Date: Immediate
i need a 6ft x 8ft area of my lawn levelled to form the foundations of a shed. would you be able to do this? what material would it be finished with? one of the sheds i've seen includes a plastic base...
Do you have a need for a carpenter in or around your house? If yes, then one of the first things you’d probably want to know is the exact amount it would cost to get the project over the line. Now, carpenters are skilled craftsmen that are able to make things with wood and fabricate all sorts of wood constructions. The price charged by carpenters are determined by a wide range of factors which makes it nearly impossible to provide a short and accurate estimate without having a look at your unique requirements. In this post, we’re going to give you an in-depth insight into general carpentry charges while also considering some of the influencing factors. Let’s take a look!
Some of the most common factors that determines the price charged by a carpenter includes the project type, the size as well as scope of the project, the location of project, ease of access, experience and qualification of the carpenter and lots more. For instance, if the job is a minor one such as building a shed, it’ll cost a lot less than something more complex which requires a bit more experience like constructing a staircase. In general, building a shed will have a labour cost within the range of £150 to about £250, while a staircase construction will require a labour cost in between £1,000 to £1,500. For general carpentry, you can expect to pay within the range of £20 to £30 hourly rate depending on a number of factors which are stated above. It’s also important to state that while some carpenters charge per hour, others by the day and several of their projects will be charged at fixed prices.
The table reveals the kinds of work that Carpenters normally do and also the regular cost range of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so costs do differ by task.
View our Carpenter cost guide View our Carpenter adviceCarpenter job | Carpenter cost in 2024 |
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Kitchen Fitting in Gwent | £975-£2,495 |
Carpenters and joiners in Gwent | £375-£575 |
Plasterboard dry lining in Gwent | £638-£978 |
Wood flooring in Gwent | £750-£1,150 |
Wooden decking in Gwent | £1,125-£1,725 |
Garden shed in Gwent | £475-£1,595 |
Wooden window repair in Gwent | £320-£480 |
What Is Plasterboard?
The plasterboard is unarguably one of the most common building materials across the globe. Sometimes referred to as gypsum board, gyprock, drywall or wall board, the plasterboard is mostly incorporated for ceiling cladding and interior walls in several homes and offices in recent times. However, despite its global acceptability, it’s a very misunderstood building material.
The plasterboard is manufactured using a gypsum core with a heavy paper covering both sides of the sheet. The measurement of a standard plasterboard sheet is a length of 2.4 metres in and a width of 1.2 metres, with a thickness of about 13mm. The board usually have either a bevelled or a bit flat edge. The bevelled edge makes it easy for the installers to use a plaster to smooth out the surface after nailing the sheets to walls and ceilings as well as taping the edges.
The plasterboard comes in different types. Although various manufacturers provide a unique name for their products, but they’re all included in one of the following categories:
• Water Resistant Plasterboard - This type of plasterboard are best suited to be used in water areas like bathroom, laundry rooms and kitchens.
• Acoustic Plasterboard - Due to its sounding proofing qualities, this type of plasterboard is preferred to be used in home theatres or noisy areas.
• Flexible Plasterboard - This is to be incorporated on curvy surfaces.
• Fire Resistant Plasterboard - Just like the name implies, this type of plasterboard is best suited for use in high fire hazard areas.
If you’re about to kick start some small renovations around your house or office, using a plasterboard to clad your walls is a very simple and worthwhile task. However, if you want to do major renovations or need to apply plasterboard to your ceiling, the best option would be to leave it to a seasoned professional.
Wooden flooring is very popular flooring option amongst home and property owners in the UK and understandably so. It adds to your space’s curb appeal, it’s quite easy to maintain, it adds to the value resale value of your property if you later wish to sell and lots more. If you’re looking to have wooden flooring installed in your home, you have two options which includes doing it yourself or calling in a professional – the latter being more advisable. However, by following some simple but essential steps, you can also install your wooden flooring successfully by yourself. These includes determining the site is in the best condition before installation, removal of all floor coverings and underlay for a more stable and durable installation and incorporation of the right expansion gap of about 10mm to 12mm which would be maintained around the floor’s perimeter.
Wooden floor fitting can be done on two types of sub-floor - Concrete and Plywood. To install onto concrete, you can follow the guide below:
To install onto plywood, you can follow this guide:
If your deck isn’t going to be flat to the ground, it’s a good idea to have some kind of balustrade to avoid any tripping. If the gap between the deck and the ground is less than 600mm, use a 900mm balustrade. If it’s higher than 600mm, the balustrade should be 1100mm tall.
How To Plasterboard A Brick Wall
Do you want to cover your brick wall with plasterboard? The key to success here is the preparation. You must ensure that brick wall is prepared well enough to receive the plasterboard. To get started, there’s the need to attach wood furring strips to the wall which serves as studs in a wood frame structure. This way, the plasterboard will be prevented from getting in touch with the brick. You can always hang pictures or any other forms of decoration in between the gap between the walls. Let’s have a look!
lAttach Furring Strips
• Get a 2 inch by 4 inch wood stud and apply a bead of construction adhesive.
• Using a masonry bit, drill a pilot hole through the wood stud’s base as well as the brick wall.
• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the hole using a sledgehammer
• Using a construction adhesive, bind a horizontal 2 inch by 3 inch stud to the upper edge of the wall.
• Using an adhesive, bind the length of a 2 inch by 3 inch stud on its wide side.
• Use a masonry drill to drill a hole on the wood stud and 1 1/2 inches into the brick wall.
• Hit a 3 inch fluted nail through the pilot hole.
lApply Plasterboard
• Hold a plasterboard sheet against the furring strips.
• Use plasterboard screw to hold the drywall sheets in place.
• Use fibreglass to cover the joints where the two plasterboard sheets meet.
• Use a thin layer of the joint compound on the tape. Once done, screw it using a 6 inch taping knife, then allow to dry overnight.
• Use a sandpaper to smooth the joint compound.
• Use a fresh coat of the joint compound to block the holes and joints. Once done, allow the compound to dry.
• Use a light sandpaper to smooth the final coat.
Plasterboarding a brick wall is a simple task but the preparation part must be done right to protect your investment. Therefore, we’d recommend you hire the services of a skilful professional, who can guarantee the best results especially if you lack enough training and experience to carry out a DIY project.
How To Lay Wood Flooring
Laying of wood flooring is actually a very simple task contrary to many beliefs. First and foremost, before commencement of the fitting process, you must determine the direction you would like the engineered wood flooring to lie in. To do this the right way, they should lie in the direction of the the longest wall. However, if your subfloor is wooden, then having the boards positioned across the joists underneath would be your best bet to get started.
Here are some simple steps to follow to properly lay your wood flooring:
• Start from a corner, working from left to right and place the initial rows of the boards with the groove’s end directly opposite the closest wall.
• Make use of expansion spacers. Place them in between the wall and the board alongside an expansion gap of about 8 to 10mm.
• Place the board’s final rows at about 100mm wide. To achieve this, it is crucial to be pro-active with the measurement and cut the boards (if you deem fit) to adjust the first row.
• With the help of the click system, the boards will click together.
• Fit in the next board. Ensure to attach the tongues together (30 degrees from the floor) and once done, you can proceed to lower and lock it in place. Do this till you get to the end of the row.
• Cut the last board of the row to size if its too long.
• If the part cut off is up to 300mm, simply use it to start the next row. If not, cut a new board in half to use.
• Put the rows side by side in such a way to ensure the joints are staggered at each and every row. Keep a consistent gap between the wall and the planks via the continuous use of the spacers.
• Lay a plank over the last row to determine the width of the previous board. Position a new plank in a way that its tongue is directly against the wall. Once done, proceed to mark a line of plank underneath to get the required width. Then, fit the plank into the space with the help of a pull bar and hammer.
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