Author name: Julian Cassell

I've written many books about all aspects of DIY and Home Improvement and my titles have been translated into over 20 different languages, and sell in over 50 countries across the world. I have been a regular contributor to the Guardian newspaper and have also run my own property renovation business for over 25 years.

checking picture or mirror is level

Shelving, Curtain Poles, Pictures and Mirrors

Hanging pictures and mirrors

Julian Cassell / 16/11/2011

Yes, theoretically simple, but anyone who has tried hanging pictures and mirrors knows there can be a few problems along […]

marking door closer position and depth

Doors and Door Security

Fitting a door closer

Julian Cassell / 04/11/2011

A door closer is fitted to a fire door. Fitting a door closer to an existing door will not make

Measure above window recess

'How-to' Guides, Shelving, Curtain Poles, Pictures and Mirrors

Fitting a curtain pole

Julian Cassell / 27/10/2011

Fitting a curtain pole is a straightforward job but you do need to know what the wall structure is so

Fitting first gutter clip

General Plumbing

Fitting guttering

Julian Cassell / 04/10/2011

When fitting guttering, base decisions on which way a run will flow according to the position of gullies and drains,

using a sprayer for fence

'How-to' Guides, Garden Structures

Maintaining a fence

Julian Cassell / 14/09/2011

Although fence panels and posts are normally supplied treated and therefore with some degree of protection from the elements, you