- Start in one corner of the sub-frame and position the first board across the inner joists. You want the deck board in the opposite direction to the inner joists, ensuring that it’s flush with the frame. Position any end-to-end joins between the deck boards halfway across an inner joist so you can screw both boards into the joist for stability. Make sure you keep a gap of between 5-8mm to allow for expansion of the wood.
- Begin to screw your deck boards to the joists. You’ll need to secure the deck board to every joist is covers along your deck frame. Use two screws for every joist. Mark where you’re going to add your screws, ensuring that they are at least 15mm from the end of the board and 20mm from the outside edges. Drill pilot holes for the screws, being careful to only drill through the deck board and not the joist. Then screw the decking screws into the holes.
- Continue to screw in the deck boards, ensuring you leave the correct expansion gap. You can stagger the deck board joins across the deck for more strength.
- Sand down any cut ends if you need to before applying decking preserver to protect the timber from rotting.
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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.
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Carpenter job | Carpenter cost in 2024 |
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Kitchen Fitting in Isle Of Rum | £975-£2,495 |
Carpenters and joiners in Isle Of Rum | £375-£575 |
Plasterboard dry lining in Isle Of Rum | £638-£978 |
Wood flooring in Isle Of Rum | £750-£1,150 |
Wooden decking in Isle Of Rum | £1,125-£1,725 |
Garden shed in Isle Of Rum | £450-£690 |
Wooden window repair in Isle Of Rum | £320-£480 |
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Check your Price's door installation cost calculator and charges guide will allow you to estimate both typical labours only costs for door hanging & installations, renovations and repairs as well as the total estimate for comprehensive door installation projects.
• Door & Frame Installation Job and the average Cost in £'s
• uPVC door installation including glazing & architrave costs around £90 per door
• uPVC french & patio door sets including glazing & architrave costs around £120 per pair
• Softwood french & patio door sets including architrave costs around £180 per door
• Hardwood french & patio door sets including architrave would cost around £250 per pair
• Softwood internal door hanging only would be around £40 per door
• Hardwood internal door hanging only would set you back around £48 per door
• Softwood external door hanging only is around £60 per door
• Hardwood external door hanging would cost around £70 per door
• Locks, letterboxes & door furniture timber doors are around £15 per Item
• Glazing £15 per pane
• Brick cut-outs single doors is around £60 per cut-out
• French or patio door brick cut-outs will be around £90 per cut-out
• New lintels will cost around £150 per lintel
Door Repair Costs and Charges
Estimate door mending labour charges by totalling the unit costs of the mandatory jobs. The complete door repair cost includes the total labour charge plus the cost of all parts, fixtures and fittings. A call out charge may be added on jobs totalling less than £100.
Average Cost of Door Repair Job
Replacement glazing units for uPVC doors will be around £15 per unit
Replacement glazing units for timber doors is around £20 per unit
Replacement door glass pined & putty will cost£30 per pane
Replacement handles are around £10 each and general repair work will cost you £25 per hour
Building & FENSA certificate charges
FENSA certificates are obligatory for maximum door replacements and new build setting up prices differ from council to council.
Average Cost of Window Repair Job: One to two doors will cost around £85
Average Cost of Door Fixtures & Fittings Removal Job
Removing internal doors will cost around £10
Removing internal door liners will cost around £15
Removing external timber doors will cost about £10
Removing External timber door frame will be around £20
Removing external uPVC door & frame removal will be around £30 and Rubbish disposal will cost £150 per ton.
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:
- Incorporate flexible wood on concrete adhesives.
- With the help of a 3mm toothed trowel, spread above 2 board widths of adhesive along the starting wall sub-floor, beginning at a corner of your room.
- Position the first row of flooring into the area that is glued using the tongue facing opposite the wall.
- Put 10mm spacers against the wall to see to the consistency in expansion gaps.
- Make sure the joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from the first row when fitting the second row.
- Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.
- Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.
To install onto plywood, you can follow this guide:
- Make use of a porta-nailer.
- Position 10mm spacers against the wall - parallel with the installation direction.
- Fit the first row using the tongue facing opposite the wall and with the help of the porta-nailer or flooring nailer.
- Lay the second row and make sure the short end joints are at a minimum of 150mm apart from that of the first row.
- Utilize pre-cut smaller boards if you’re to start a new row with staggered joints.
- Continue with this nailing method and make sure the 10mm expansion gaps are consistent around the floor’s perimeter.
How To Dot And Dab A Plasterboard
If you want a fast and simple way to achieve a smooth and sturdy wall which is decoration-ready, then dot and dab plasterboard is the way to go! It’s a relative simple process but can also be a bit challenging. Therefore, if you lack the necessary training or experience, hiring a professional would be a great step to protect your investment and guarantee the best results. Here, we’ll provide you with a deep insight into the plasterboard’s dot and dab procedures. Let’s have a look!
• At the thickness of the board with the adhesive, mark the ceiling and floor as well as the wall to indicate the centre of each board.
• Ensure the wall’s height is 15mm more than the plasterboard
• Make a mixture of the adhesive and achieve a thick consistency. Apply a consistent layer of the mixture around the wall’s perimeter, edge of the ceiling and any other openings with the use of a trowel.
• Select dabs that are about 250mm long and 50mm to 75mm wide and apply the adhesive in them. Make use of 3 vertical rows for individual boards. Also ensure to apply, at skirting level, a band of adhesive.
• Position the board’s reverse side against the dabs, and laying against the packers. Then make the board align with the ceiling and floor marks with the help of a straight edge.
• Raise the board till its tight against the ceiling with a board lifter. Once done, use the plasterboard to wedge the board into place before you remove the board lifter.
• Repeat the same process for the remaining parts of the room. Once completed, make sure the adhesive is set before you remove the boards.
Usually, slipperiness is caused by algae or dirt on top of the deck or terrace. A full cleaning treatment should restore the natural grip of the wood or stone. If slipperiness is a persistent problem, consider installing grip mats in high traffic areas of the deck.
The cost of wood flooring varies by the type of wood and by the finish required. As a guide though oak solid wood flooring cost about £35 - £45 per m2. The average wooden cost by material are approximately £40 per m2 for pine, £45 per m2 for cherry, £60 per m2 for maple and £75 per m2 for walnut. This price does exclude the laying of the flooring and the underlay required.
Properly installed wooden decking will not need a lot of maintenance. Most manufacturers recommend regularly brushing leaves and dirt off the deck, and a yearly cleaning and staining procedure. This will keep the wood in the best condition. Fluids and treatments are readily available from all DIY shops and stores.
- Mark out the area and dig the top layer of soil, trying to get the ground as flat as possible.
- Build a timber frame to size.
- Measure out 4 rows of 3 blocks to create good weight distribution and lay in place.
- Underneath each block, dig around 50mm wider than the blocks and about 150mm deep. Fill the hole with pea gravel until it’s flat.
- Place timber planks along the rows of blocks and see how level it is. Add or remove blocks where necessary. If it’s only a small difference, use shingle underneath the timber until it’s level.
- Nail your timber shed base to the timber planks to create a sturdy base for your shed.
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