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.

'How-to' Guides, Bathrooms

How much is a new bathroom?

Julian Cassell / 01/12/2012

Working out how much a new bathroom is going to cost can seem like a complicated calculation, as the final […]

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Drilling into porcelain tiles

Julian Cassell / 26/11/2012

Drilling into porcelain tiles is a lot trickier than drilling holes in ceramic tiles as porcelain is a much harder

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'How-to' Guides, Diy Basics

Handsaws

Julian Cassell / 18/11/2012

Handsaws will always be important tools in any DIY toolkit, in spite of the fact that you can now buy

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'How-to' Guides, Windows and Window Security

Window locks

Julian Cassell / 11/11/2012

Window locks are an essential part of your home security ‘system’. UPVC windows normally have locking points integral to the

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Buying Guides, Power Tool Reviews

Buying an angle grinder

Julian Cassell / 03/11/2012

Buying an angle grinder is not the first power tool purchase that comes to mind for most DIY enthusiasts but