Bathroom tiles: porcelain or ceramic, sizes, slip resistance and how many to buy
How to choose bathroom tiles: porcelain vs ceramic, large or small tiles, slip resistance for floors and showers, grout, waterproofing and how many to buy.
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Kitchen island ideas: size, clearances, seating, storage and services
How to plan a kitchen island: whether your kitchen is big enough, walkway space, seating overhangs, storage, hob or sink in the island, and lighting above it.
How many tiles do I need? Measuring floors and walls, adding wastage and buying boxes
Work out how many floor or wall tiles to buy: measure in square metres, take off what you will not tile, add wastage for cuts and round up to full boxes.
Small bathroom ideas: layout, storage and finishes that make the most of every centimetre
Small bathroom ideas that work: the right layout, wall-hung fittings, a walk-in shower, recessed storage, large tiles and mirrors to make the room feel bigger.
How much concrete do I need? Volumes, bags and mix ratios explained
Work out concrete for a slab, path, shed base or post holes in cubic metres, then convert to bags of pre-mix or cement, sand and gravel to mix yourself.
How to paint kitchen cabinets: a step-by-step guide for a finish that lasts
How to paint kitchen cupboard doors and carcasses so the finish lasts: cleaning, sanding, primer, paint choice, brushes or rollers, and drying times.
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- Concrete calculatorConcrete for slabs, paths and posts — in cubic metres, yards or bags.
- Area calculator (m² and ft²)Square metres or square feet for any room, floor or plot.
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