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Posted in Carpentry & Joinery on Aug 03
Biscuit joinery is a modern and effective way of joining two boards together. As one of our London carpenters and joiners explains, “the technique involves the joining of one half of a biscuit (which is pre-shaped) and then wedging and gluing it into a pre-cut recess. The other half slots into a matching recess on the second board. A biscuit jointing machine is what we use to accurately cut the recesses into both boards. This technique is popular in furniture and cabinet making, especially for everyday items such as cupboards and units.”
The Concept 
The oval-shaped biscuits usually have criss-crossed patterns which assist in anchoring the biscuit into the groove. The glue also causes the biscuit to expand, thereby facilitating an excellent joint. Neat as a pin as they say, but if this is not for you, rather get a carpentry and joiner quote right here.
The Machine 
The jointing machine uses a 100mm diameter tungsten carbide-tipped blade, which presses into the board to a calculated depth. It then cuts out a crescent-shaped slot, into which the biscuit eventually fits. Because the blade spins at high speed, it is important to observe adequate safety measures when in use. To avoid nasty accidents, never angle the machine towards your body.
The Joints
The boards must be marked off accurately where the biscuit joins will follow. Normally, between two and four biscuit joints go into each side to provide a stronger joint. Be quite sure of correct markings before any cutting, as perfect alignment is imperative. Check that the biscuits fit snugly before applying any glue.
The Production Line
It is advisable to first complete all the section work when making cabinets or cupboards – you can then check that everything fits squarely together. Don’t forget to clamp the work pieces firmly during the glue-drying time, and resist the urge to move the piece at this critical stage.
Why Struggle?
Precise work such as this is not within everybody’s capability – if this describes you, Mr-Skill has a number of suitably qualified and experienced experts at your disposal. Why not find your carpenter and joiner right now, and let them do the work for you – there are some good deals on offer too!
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This article follows on from the previous one covering the preparation of laminate flooring. Be sure to read that part first. Don’t forget that Mr-Skill has a number of specialists on board, should you decide that you would prefer to find a carpenter or joiner. Click on Mr-Skill and get your carpentry quote right away.
 Steps for Laying Laminate Flooring
Lay out the plastic underlay on the floor. Then staple or pin it down on all the edges to prevent it “walking”.
Place plastic spacers every two feet against the longest wall, to allow for expansion. Begin by laying the first row of laminate boards from either corner, with the groove facing the wall.
Lay the boards in the same direction as you continue. Start the next row using the piece cut off from the end of the first run so you stagger joints. Tap the ends of the boards together using a rubber mallet and wooden block.
When you reach the door, you may need to trim the bottom of it to allow for the laminate thickness.  Drill a neat series of holes in the laminate to accommodate gas or plumbing pipes. If you calculate this accurately, you can use the small off-cuts to plug the gap around the back of the pipe.
You may need to trim the last row of laminate boards in the length to fit the remaining space. Don’t forget to allow for the expansion gap! The last word on the subject is never to neglect your safety. You are now ready to reinstate the skirting boards.
This job should take no more than a weekend, depending on the total area to be covered. Laminate flooring is ideal for any flat or home. If that all sounds too hard for you to do, then why not contact one of our London Carpenters or Joinery Experts to do the job for you instead.
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Fences make good neighbours, and good neighbours make good friends. A simple wooden fence can do three useful things in this regard – create privacy, hide an ugly view, and control dogs (and to an extent cats too). You could find a handyman to do this for you, or even do the job yourself, assuming that you have the time.
o Mark out the run where the fence will stand, using sticks hit into the ground and string. If building on a boundary line it is a good idea to consult with the neighbour too, and set your fence a few inches inside your property, just in case.
 o Stand back and review the result. If the fence is a garden feature it should curve gently and perhaps even contain recesses for plants. Mother Nature does not believe in straight lines, and neither should a gardener.
o Handymen in London understand the importance of the fence end-posts, and any corner posts as well. This is why they hire hand operated hole diggers to make neat holes that will provided the necessary strength
o When ready, plant the end and corner posts and secure then with two buckets of concrete each. Before you do so, make sure the posts top out at the right height, and are perpendicular too. Leave the concrete to dry for 24 hours before proceeding.
o The next day attach a builder’s line to the top of the corner posts, to confirm the final run-of fence and ensure that the intervening posts align vertically. Dig holes for these, plant them vertically, and backfill with moistened earth firmly stamped down.
o Attach suitable stringers along the top, middle and bottom of the fence using galvanised nuts and bolts. After that, nail on the boards if you goal is privacy too, and finish off the job with an appropriate paint or sealer.
If this sounds like too much work for you, then welcome to the crowd who prefer to get handyman quotes on Mr-Skill. That way you will not risk injury and can get on with other things that you prefer to do.
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