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Winter 2025 Available dates:

18th or 20th January

15th or 17th February

15th or 17th March

Booking details:

A deposit of £50 is required on booking. You may also select to pay the full price upfront. If you don’t pay the full price on booking, the balance will be invoiced for payment a minimum of 7 days before the course commences.

Courses run on Saturdays and Mondays from 9am – 4.30pm with a break for lunch and two coffee breaks. This may not seem like a long time, but trust us, you’ll be shattered!

Please contact us to cancel or reschedule. We require 7 days notice of cancellations. The deposit amount is non-refundable but can be transferred to a different date. Bookings made within 7 days of the course date are non-refundable. In the event that not enough people book a particular date, we may have to rearrange courses. We will let you know as soon as possible if this is the case. Full Terms & Conditions can be read here.

 

Further Course Details:

Are you ready to take control of your home repairs and improvements? In this starter DIY course, you’ll learn the fundamental knowledge and practical skills necessary to tackle a range of tasks around the house. From selecting the right tools to mastering essential techniques, the aim is to build your confidence to start tackling those basic home maintenance projects.

This course can be booked as a One day or Two day Option.

The course will be tailored to the skills of those present, but you can expect to cover most/all of the following on Day 1:

Tools:

• Exploring different types of tools
• Selecting the right tools for the job & essential tools for beginners.
• Basic maintenance and care of tools

Fixtures, Fittings, and Materials:

• Overview of common fixtures and fittings
• Introduction to basic materials
• Tips for choosing the appropriate materials for your project

Essential Techniques:

• Sawing: Using handsaws and power saws safely and effectively
• Hammering: Proper hammer techniques for various tasks
• Drilling: Selecting the correct drill and mastering drilling techniques
• Sanding: Sandpaper selection and sanding techniques for smooth finishes

Putting Up Shelves:

• Planning and measuring for shelf installation
• Installing shelves securely and straight!
• Tips for achieving a professional finish

Repairing Damaged Walls:

• Identifying common wall damage
• Patching small holes and cracks
• Repairing larger areas of damage with plaster or joint compound

Fixing a Leak:

• Locating and diagnosing common household leaks
• Repairing leaky taps and pipes
• Tips for preventing future leaks