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Betchworth, Dorking - RH4
Enquiry from: Sheryl J
Start Date: Immediate
The triangular leg brace on oak table cracked, needs replacing. Is it something you can do?
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Betchworth, Dorking - RH4
Enquiry from: Sheryl J
Start Date: Immediate
The triangular leg brace on oak table cracked, needs replacing. Is it something you can do?
Betchworth, Dorking - RH4
Enquiry from: Isabel M
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Do you have all of the required materials for your kitchen already: No What level of service do you require: Install Only What is your budget for this...
Betchworth, Dorking - RH4
Enquiry from: Adam C
Start Date: Immediate
Wooden panel in front door has become loose and fallen out. The rest of the door has wooden upright pieces with glass in between and the wooden panel was added to allow a cat flap to be put in by the ...
Cranleigh - GU6
Enquiry from: Rosemary P
Start Date: Immediate
MDF wall panelling for cloakroom and hallway
Horsham - RH12
Enquiry from: Reynald D
Start Date: Immediate
Looking for someone who can do my garden shed roof as it started leaking.
Godalming - GU7
Enquiry from: Steve M
Start Date: Immediate
Good morning I need 4 8 x 39mm hinge mortises cut into the body and lid of a box with dimensions of 270 x 130mm. The width of the timber - spalted alder - is 13.3mm. The depth of the mortises shou...
Dorking - RH5
Enquiry from: Steve G
Start Date: Immediate
a replacement side hung casement with 3 glass panels & a curved head.
Crawley - RH10
Enquiry from: Clare W
Start Date: Immediate
customer in crawley areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for wooden decking.confirmed interest via sms and email at 17/05/2024 16:13.please call to arrange ...
Crawley - RH11
Enquiry from: Luke D
Start Date: Immediate
I am having the whole downstairs floors re tiled and the existing skirting and architrave has to come off so I am looking for a carpenter to re install new skirting and architrave.
Reigate - RH2
Enquiry from: Max M
Start Date: Immediate
Hi, We have some dodgy floorboards on our first floor landing and a broken spindle and wondered if this is something you could help with. Thanks, Max
Reigate - RH2
Enquiry from: Matt W
Start Date: Immediate
Hi, I purchased a bespoke rustic sliding wooden door from Etsy and two of the panels have split within the door because they placed ones of the screws between the panels when they were making it. The ...
Horsham - RH13
Enquiry from: Lucy B
Start Date: Immediate
Old worktops and upstands removed and new laminate installed. 9 metres each. Thanks
Guildford - GU5
Enquiry from: Amanda B
Start Date: Immediate
we have recently moved to the area and are looking to have our garden maintained over the winter months. would also like a quote for some potential landscaping please. are you the property owner: owne...
Reigate - RH2
Enquiry from: Lindsey W
Start Date: Immediate
Book shelf for an alcove. I have the shelves and sawtooth brackets, I just need it installing!
Reigate - RH2
Enquiry from: Richard A
Start Date: Immediate
Hi, looking to remove 6 external doors, fit recessed draft proof strips and re hang. Look forward to hearing from you. Thanks Richard
Crawley - RH11
Enquiry from: Richard G
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
we would like to replace our bedroom units with new fitted wardrobes - not sure what detail you need? are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what type of job ar...
Reigate - RH2
Enquiry from: Mel S
Start Date: Immediate
Hello, I'm looking to build a bespoke desk in my lounge, potentially one which could fold away, and also one in my spare room. Thanks!
Horsham - RH13
Enquiry from: Mark W
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
we need a piece of skirting board replaced, please. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what type of job are you looking to have done: other time scale: 1-3 ...
Cranleigh - GU6
Enquiry from: Sarah M
Start Date: Immediate
Gutting a couple of beds, removing a couple more to open up the garden and relawning. Poss also replacing a shed and fencing the back of the garden. Bush trimming and tidy :)
Godalming - GU7
Enquiry from: James B
Start Date: Immediate
Hi. I have an oak framed porch on a recently purchased house that is probably 5 years old. The oak is beginning to blacken and crack (it is south facing into sun). Wondering if this is normal or if I ...
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 Betchworth | £1,238-£3,748 |
Carpenters and joiners in Betchworth | £375-£575 |
Plasterboard dry lining in Betchworth | £638-£978 |
Wood flooring in Betchworth | £750-£1,150 |
Wooden decking in Betchworth | £663-£3,363 |
Garden shed in Betchworth | £300-£545 |
Wooden window repair in Betchworth | £320-£480 |
Cutting a plasterboard is a relatively simple process requiring only some basic tools. Unfortunately, the lack of knowledge serves as big deterrent for many people who wishes to put it to good use. Plasterboard can actually be sawn using an ordinary timber saw that’s fine-toothed to get a cleaner edge. However, the basic tools you may also need includes a sharp knife (Stanley Knife), pencil, a fine sandpaper, a straight edge and measurement tape as well as a wall board saw. Let’s have a look at the cutting process!
• Firstly, you need to put the plasterboard sheet flat on a firm surface.
• Use the tape measurement to measure the cut you wish to make.
• With the help of a pencil, simply mark out the part you wish to cut on the plasterboard’s front side.
• Once marked, place a spirited level over the marked spot on the plasterboard sheet you want to cut.
• Cut a shallow mark into the plasterboard sheet using the Stanley Knife to cut along the edge.
• The cut should be slow and gradual to ensure you do not wander off the edge of the marked area.
• Once the shallow cut has been made, turn the plasterboard sheet on its edge and deliver a quick and sharp push towards the plasterboard’s back and on one side of the cut.
• Place the plasterboard sheet backing against a flat surface ensuring the line of the cut is over an edge. Once done, give a quick and sharp push towards the back of the plasterboard sheet and on the part of the board is reaches beyond the edge.
• Using a fine sandpaper, remove all forms of paper burrs.
The process of cutting plasterboard requires a lot of practice. If you lack the training and experience, the cutting process is best left to a proficient professional who can guarantee the best results the first time and save you some additional costs due to potential damages.
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.
How Much Is Plasterboard?
Do you wish to install plasterboard in the nearest future? If yes, then you’d probably want to know the amount it’s going to cost. Here, we’ll give you a detailed plasterboarding prices breakdown to help you calculate an estimate for your project.
A plasterboarding project including the cost of both materials and labour with the use of a high quality panels is about £4 to £5 per panel. Therefore, if you wish to calculate on the basis of a standard room about 12x12ft would cost about £500 to £600. However, this price can fluctuate significantly depending on the professional as well as the quality of the materials you wish to incorporate in completing the project. We’d recommend that you hire the services of a professional with accreditation as he would provide you with a detailed quote with no hidden charges or costs. To give you a clearer idea, we’ve taken the time out to put together some estimated costs of employing the services of a seasoned professional plasterer to supply and plasterboard your home or office. Let’s take a look!
• A 6 x 12ft room with panels and plasterboard should have an average cost within the range of £250 to £400 and duration of one to two days.
• The individual cost of plasterboarding or drywalling a standard 12 x 12ft room should have an average cost within the range of £500 to £600 and duration of one to three days. These includes 60% for materials used (£330), 30% for tradespersons (£165) and the remaining 10% for waste removal (£55) to give a total cost of £550.
• A 12 x 24ft room with panels and plasterboard should have an average cost within the range of £1000 to £1200 and duration of three to six days.
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.
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:
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