WHERE TO FIND MORE ADVICE FOR YOUR PROJECTS

B&Q provides online guides to DIY projects including calculators to estimate how much paint, wallpaper, wall or floor tiles to buy. 0333 014 3098; diy.com

Collins Complete DIY Manual by

Albert Jackson and David Day (£30, Harper Collins) explains how to do just about any task from decorating to repairs

Cuprinol, Dulux, Polycell and

Hammerite Call for technical advice on these products. 0333 222 7171 Handyman Calculator Android app on Googleplay works out the quantities you need for a project and saves them to a list

Harris has a detailed online guide to decorating and brush care plus videos.

01527 575441; harrisbrushes.com

Homebase Visit the website for step-bystep guides and videos for garden and indoor projects. 0345 077 8888; homebase.co.uk

Home DIY with Craig Phillips is an iPhone/iPad app covering everyday DIY

HSS Hire offers online beginners’ DIY guides and guidance on working safely at height from ladders and access towers.

0345 728 2828; hss.com

Ronseal Find videos on how to paint a fence, rescue an old deck, upcycle furniture or varnish a floor and more on the website.

0114 240 9469; ronseal.co.uk

Wickes Read advice online for bigger tasks such as replacing a kitchen worktop or laying flooring. 0330 123 4123; wickes.co.uk