With winter behind us, our gardens are due for a much-needed refresh. Let’s explore five garden projects you can tackle this spring to upgrade any space.

With winter behind us, our gardens are due for a much-needed refresh. Let’s explore five garden projects you can tackle this spring to upgrade any space.

As you may know, Everbuild became part of Sika in 2013, and continued to run as a subsidiary of sika for a number of years before being merged into Sika in 2023. As a result the Everbuild brand is slowly being phased out with products being refreshed or replaced. The Origins of Everbuild Everbuild was […]

Using the right fixings helps prevent movement, damage and long-term failure. Here are some stronger fixing options for everyday building projects.

With winter now well underway, cold temperatures, heavy rain and persistent damp are already putting outdoor structures to the test. This time of year can quickly expose weaknesses in builds where the wrong fixings have been used, leading to rust, movement and long-term damage. Frost, in particular, can cause materials to expand and contract, while […]

Here’s how to choose the right joist hangers for timber projects, including types, installation tips, and what to look for to get the strongest and safest connections.

Here’s how to choose the right restraint straps for timber projects, including the difference between vertical and horizontal types.

The weather is already getting cooler and wetter – so now’s the best time to make sure that your guttering can withstand the rain to come!

Arguably the best repair work is all about efficiency – and that means having the right fixings on hand. A fair number of everyday repairs involve tasks like reattaching broken fittings, securing loose timbers, or bonding split materials. In these instances, you’ll want fixings that apply quickly, hold firmly, and get the job done. We’ve […]

Not sure whether to use first fix or second fix nails? Here’s what you need to know for a professional finish on any construction or carpentry project!

Stainless steel screws are immensely useful fixings as they are – but it always helps to know how to get the most out of yours. Here’s what we’d suggest!