Traditional crafts

These easy-to-follow guides will give you the information you need to DIY. Find step-by-step instructions on different projects to help you out in the world of do-it-yourself.

DIY Guides

• How to restore a fireplace

  Bring your old fireplaces back to life, with the help of this guide, to create a striking feature in any room. read article

• How to fit a fire surround

  A simple way of reinstating a period feature in your home is to use a fire surround kit. This DIY guide shows you the steps involved. read article

• How to build a faux chimney breast

  If you have a plain wall then a faux chimney breast will add that necessary bit of decoration. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating one. read article