Screwfix

I have been introduced to Screwfix.

I have ordered a silicone application kit.  It has been recommended by a bathroom fitter and will make my life a dream.

I am excited.

I think that Screwfix may become one of my favourite places.

I can see my DIY gadget box getting filled up very quickly.

Silicone Complete

I spent just over an hour tryimg to make good a bad job.

I had to settle for this as I can't bear to do it all again!!!

Now I have also realised that I may have to learn to regrout!!!!

The Application of Silcone.

This has to be the worst DIY job to date.

In fact, this has to be the worse job ever.

I decided to silicone round my bathroom kitchen sink so that I could get some practise in as I have a huge walk in shower/drying area that all needs re-doing.

There was no silicone at all on the sink, so I thought that it would be easy peasy as no prep required. I just had to maintain a steady hand and squeeze slowly.

This was fine, a nice even bead of silicone.

Then I wet my finger and started to smooth it over. I did the line at the back of the sink.

Then I tried to wipe the silicone off my finger so that I could smooth the sides.

Instead my finger stuck to the paper towels.

So then I tried to wash it off, and my hands went as if they had been oiled up.

Then I scrapped the silicone and the skin off the end of my finger tip, and as I tried to smooth the remaining silicone all hell broke loose.

I then put my hands to my head in frustration, and got silicone in my hair.

I then rested up against the sink and got silicone round the sink edge.

I decided to remove the silicone and start again.

Now I have silicone round the sink, all over a Stanley knife, all round the edge of the sink and everywhere that I put my hands for about 2 hours afterwards.

Then I attempted a second attempt but I have more issues.

So, covered in silicone I walked away and distracted myself for 2 hours.

Third time lucky, as I finally did the smoothing in one big long action, wore gloves, smothered myself in white spirits and everything that I came into contact with.

I am so joyous that I have loads more to do.

If anyone has any tips, then please feel free to offer them.

Pre Bank Holiday Stripping

The stripping so far!
 From my android marvel!

How angry is the sky tonight?

Testing photo crop

A solution!

Using share option

This is via gallery, then share yo here.

Image is set to lowest resolution.

Email test

This tests the photo as email attachment which forces the text to the bottom.

On a plus note, the thumbnail is smaller.

From my android marvel!

Photo right way up test!

Please work!

New Samsung Galaxy S2 Test!

I have swapped phones so lets see how this works out!

The Utility Area make Over!!!

I have just had a week off and finally, I have managed to finish the utility area revamp!

It was my first big DIY project and I learnt loads whilst completing the task in hand!

I use the term utility area loosely, as it is really just an open door cupboard between my kitchen and bathroom!!!!

Firstly, there was wood chip wallpaper and magnolia with dark wood shelves!
        

So the shelves were immediately sanded and painted white gloss!

 

Then off with the wood chip and my first polyfilla experience!!
 

Then on with the blue bathroom paint!  3 coats in the end!
 

Nice new air vent fitted, lampshade and my repaired corner!
          

The beautiful new flooring that I had already had fitted as the final touch!
       

Flattening, weeding and watering.

I had a go at trying to level the digging over whilst weeding!

I need to get a professinal in to get the whole garden as level as possible.

Then I can plan for grass, compost dig out and raised beds.

It's feels never ending!!

The tomatoes and potatoes before watering are also included!!





-- Posted from my iPhone which is nothing short of a miracle!

Maybe not a great idea!

I wonder how long this will last with my boys!!




-- Posted from my iPhone which is nothing short of a miracle!

Today I have mainly been digging

And now my shoulders won't work!!

I did a double dig as I just got carried away!!

Still have a long way to go but the worst is done!!

Under and behind the pile of tree is about another 15 foot!








-- Posted from my iPhone which is nothing short of a miracle!

Vinnie on bird duty!

This Vinnie Venchento alias the Big Fella.

He is now the grand age of 8. I rescued him 5 years ago.

He is a big 6.4kilo but is turning into a softie with age! He follows me everywhere, helps me with every job and has dug up all my veg!!




-- Posted from my iPhone which is nothing short of a miracle!

Phew It Is Scorching!

I have never seen it go this high before!!!

For some reason I feel really excited by it!!!

Today's DIY projects!

I now have a lovely rotary washing line in place with it's very own condom!

You can see my massive potato plants to the left!!

Then I decided to remove the woodchip from my utility area.

I was delighted to find lovely smooth plaster as I did suspect the worst!





-- Posted from my iPhone which is nothing short of a miracle!

Drain away!

After 3 months I finally found a drainer that would fit my weird shaped sink.

I have saved some washing up to test it later.

For £8, I am excited!


-- Posted from my iPhone which is nothing short of a miracle!

Weekend Project - Fireplace

Well I had a rather scruffy looking fireplace so I decided to try and make it look a little better.

I used some 4x2 to provide extra support, and then used the makeover TV favourite, MDF to make a fake fire surround.

I wanted to get my fishtank out of daylight as it was causing so many issues.

I am very happy with my work and this is my 2nd DIY project to date.

 

 

 

Spot the difference!!