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Posted in Tiling & Flooring on Dec 14
For some peculiar reason that I don’t quite understand, bathrooms in UK homes are seldom fully tiled. Personally I think developers are being mean. How much can it cost to Find a Tiler to extend a run of wall tiles once the levels have been set?
Here’s a neat way to integrate a mirror on a painted wall with tiles elsewhere in the room.  Let your imagination loose here. The choices are endless!
- Buy the mirror and install it plumb and level with concealed mounts. Obtain sufficient wall tiles of a suitable finish and have them cut to size. If need be, you could get a Tiling Quote to have the cutting done.
- Mark out the area around the mirror where the tiles will go, and mask it off for at least the width of the tiles. Mask the frame of the mirror carefully too.
- Apply a layer of tile-keying liquid between the two runs of masking tape. Attach a batten to the wall to support the bottom run of tiles.
- Glue on the bottom run of tiles using pre-mix tile cement. Allow this to dry for twenty-four hours.
 Return the next day to complete the job, making sure the tiling spacers keep the joints between the tiles neat.
TIP A London Tiler I know well uses epoxy to secure the tiles. This may add a little to the cost, but at least he can complete the tiling on a single day, and get the money back that way.
- After waiting another day for the glue to dry properly, remove the batten and the masking tape, grout the tiles and tidy up the wall.
Little details like this can make all the difference, and add DIY pleasure to a weekend. Aren’t you glad you found a handy website like this? What’s more, you can Find Tradesmen for all larger jobs right here. And it will not cost you a single penny more!
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Posted in Tiling & Flooring on Apr 14
What will the bathroom of this summer turn out to be? For what will Bath Fitters in London be quoting this time? Will it be for virginal white victorian bathtubs on four heavy legs  again? Oh, how yesterday-ish, the modern dreamers say. Today is about light, brightness and the illusion of space. Perhaps you do not agree. Perhaps I do not either. Nevertheless, let us at least listen to what they are trying to tell us. We might learn something too.
Perhaps one should rather Find a Bath Fitter to create a symphony of reflective mirrors, granite tops and white cabinetry. Across a broad mosaic floor, a shower could accommodate a pair of lovers easily. And everywhere bright, glorious light filtering naturally through the ceiling with a glimpse of plants through a window beyond?
Perhaps not. Perhaps a bathroom is a more serious place where we go to do our business. No time for lingering here. Just teutonic space efficiency – modern white fittings offset by sober dark wood cabinets.
 Maybe a bathroom is a lover’s tryst. An open wet room where no secrets hide. An extension to the bedroom where more exciting things await. Why hide your charms behind closed doors, some people say.
Personally, I think that a bathroom should be an extension of the outside environment. A private garden or a view across the Bay of Capri – such as the one designed by an architectural genius to the right. No matter how little I can afford, I should still like to be able to lie back in a bath and connect with nature.
I for one am going to Get Bathroom Fitter Quotes the instant that I win the Lotto. How about you? Will you be doing that too? In the meantime happy dreaming, for of such small things are the sweetest dreams made.
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Posted in Handyman Services on Mar 18
From time to time every homeowner is faced with the need to cut a hole in a piece of glass. This may be to screw a mirror on a wall, install an extractor in a window pane, or just insert a pipe through the side of a fish tank. Fortunately these days you can usually hire a gadget called a dremel tool to make your life a little easier – this is a small hand-held tool that can be used to engrave or cut glass using a diamond-tipped attachment.
 Advisory Note 1: If glass breaks or shatters it can cause serious injury and an urgent need for first aid. You must wear safety glasses and safety gloves, and ensure that your body, especially your face and arms are well-protected with clothing too.
Advisory Note 2: Practice on a piece of scrap glass until you have a good idea how to use the tool correctly. Mr-Skill is not responsible for damage or loss caused beyond our control.
Perhaps this is one of the cases when you really do need to Find a Handyman with Glass Cutting Experience? If you are not a practical person this could be a good idea. If not, this is what you could do yourself:
o Measure and mark out the cut-out area with a permanent black marker, preferably using a stencil for accuracy. Re-measure and double-check before proceeding.
o Protect the area on both sides of the glass where you will be working with transparent packing tape.
o  Place the glass on a level working area making sure that it does not rock, and rub a new bar of soap all over the taped area where you will be cutting. This decreases friction and the risk of damage.
o First put on your safety gear. Then delicately and gently cut out the glass through the tape using the dremel tool and a suitable diamond-tipped attachment. Take your time and let the tool do the work. When the glass and cutting tip begin to heat up, use water to cool them down. Remember, if you push too hard the glass will break.
When the job is done, you can finish off the cut edge with 150 grit sandpaper and clean it nicely. This could be a risky job though. Why not rather get a Handyman Quote on Mr-Skill instead?
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Posted in Handyman Services on Feb 22
Hanging a large mirror adds a new dimension to any room because of the light it reflects and the illusion of depth that it  creates. The dry walls that are so popular in the UK these days make things a little harder where big and heavy mirrors are concerned. You could attempt to do the job yourself, or Find a Handyman on Mr-Skill instead.
There are two ways to hang a heavy mirror: (a) if they are securely framed on a strong piece of picture wire stretched between two eye-hooks securely screwed into the frame, and (b) if they are frame-less, attached with suitable mirror clips top and bottom to the wall.
1. Mark the position of the mirror where it will hang, taking care not to obstruct electric sockets or switches, or cover points where water pipes and electric cables may be concealed. Measure and mark the centre point of the top of the mirror on the wall.
2. Stretch the picture wire tightly as if the mirror were hanging from it and measure the distance between the midpoint of the wire and the top of the mirror frame. Make a second mark on the wall this same distance below the first mark that you made – this is where you are going to set the screw from which the mirror will hang.
 3. Tap the drywall around that point with the back of a screwdriver handle to see whether your point it is fresh air or against a piece of the wooden frame behind the wall, In the latter case you are lucky and just need to drive a wood screw into it until just 1/8th of an inch protrudes. If not, you will have to use a toggle-bolt. Now you can hang the mirror. A Handyman with London Experience will often test the mirror carefully on the basis that if the attachment fails, at least the mirror is still in strong hands.
4. If the mirror is frame-less attach mirror clips according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set the bottom ones in place first making sure they are level, (and leaving them still slightly loose at this stage). Then fit the mirror temporarily so you can mark where the top of the mirror will be and install the other clips. When this is done, attach the mirror, set the clips and tighten gently.
Hanging a heavy mirror is definitely not a one-man job. You need the right tools and two pairs of strong hands. If in any doubt rather get a Handyman Quote instead – the last thing you need is a broken mirror and the mess that goes with that.
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Does the appearance of your lounge or bedroom depress you? Do you feel like chucking out everything and starting all over again? I heard you loud and clear – not everybody has the money to pay for major redecorations. Instead, here are a few tips on inexpensive innovations that you could even achieve your self.
 o Invest in Full Spectrum Light Bulbs
Many of us still have not quite caught up with modern light bulbs and are using old ones that make everything look dull. Full Spectrum Light Bulbs produce natural illumination just like the sun was shining indoors too. You will be amazed at how much brighter and cleaner everything looks inside your home. Don’t take chances if an old bulb is stuck though – find an electrician at Mr-Skill.
o Apply some Elbow Grease
Now that you can finally see properly in the room you will notice clutter and dirty spots that you may not have noticed before. You need to do two things urgently – first de-clutter the space, and then give everything a good clean. If a piece of unwanted furniture is too heavy for you to shift yourself, find a man-with-a-van here.
o Buy a Small Tin of Paint
A quart-sized tin of modern paint goes a long way these days. You could redecorate one wall, the door or window frames, or even a piece of furniture like a table in a chic new colour. Don’t remodel – just add fresh highlights. This time you may not even need to find a painter.
o Add a Few Accessories
To complete the picture and the transformation of your room why not invest in a few inexpensive accessories like rugs and silk flowers in bright vases Second hand shops often have antique mirrors and table lights that can be spruced up for next to nothing. That way, you get more style for less money too.
By following these ideas, you will achieve an “almost new” room for very little outlay. Thanks Heavens for Mr-Skill and their good ideas.
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