The Self Build Self Help Site wall structure

A one-stop shop of information for people interested in self build - whether self building a complete home or undertaking an extension, renovation or modification.

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Design

Main Structure Floor Structure Wood or laminate floor Walls Windows Stairs Roof

Planning

Reclaiming your VAT Services Before Starting Scaffolding Good Things to Have Tools for DIY & Repairs DIY Projects: 5 Top Tips Site Security

Project Management

Site Safety Hiring Contractors Buying Materials Materials Handling Waste Management

Doing Stuff

Block & Beam Floor Building a Chimney Flue Drains Fixing a Wall Plate Forming a Chimney Stack Insulating the Loft Keeping Water Out Landscaping Painting & Decorating Rendering a Gable End Replacing a Radiator Retaining Walls Roof Truss Installation Roof Windows
wall structure

Stone

photo of house with plinth


Decorative elements

Decorative elements can be incorporated:
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Photo of brick plinth

Photo of quoins

Photo  of decorative band

Photo  of decorative band


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