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Small tiling job in Highwoods area of Colchester as part of a larger decorating job prior to handing back the rented flat to the agent.

We all love a bit of shelving and this stunning country cottage needed lots of it! This was my 2nd job for this customer. Utilising some old timber planks the customer had in the garage along with some new pine shelves and brackets and Voila! usable shelving in the pantry and utility room, let the organising commence! https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

This client required a storage solution for that offered a little more flexibility along with a more finished look. The inside of this cupboard originally had a mixture of finishes including tiles on the back wall in parts along with some old wallpaper and visible timber studs. They wanted to smarten the whole area up and they were very happy with the result. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

These beautiful gates just needed routine maintenance in the way of a light rub with sandpaper and a couple of fresh coats of wood treatment. They shouldn't need any more attention for a long while. www.colchesterhandyman.com

This garden was in need of some TLC in the form a new deck. The client wanted composite decking with a picture frame design. It measures 15' x 9'. Treated timber sub frame, raised and supported using concrete decking blocks and with a joist hanger for each joist. No point spending all that money on a lovely new composite deck only to let the sub frame rot so I added Joist protector tape to the top edge of the sub frame. This deck will last decades without a problem. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Hi-Di-Hi Campers! These delightful chalets in a very peaceful spot in Dovercourt near Harwich is where the iconic/utterly unwatchable 80's show Hi-Di-Hi! was filmed. I think I Ruth Madoc still lives there! I'm Just doing a bit of interior decorating in these shots. I'm going back to paint the outside in a couple of weeks.

Another client in Kelvedon, At first I thought these customers actually liked me (that should've set my alarms bell ringing I know), turns out they had a bet to see which one of them could get the shortest decorator up the longest ladder!! I haven't finished this enormous property yet but here's a few shots of the exterior decorating so far. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Yes there's more! repainting the section at the rear of the property was the final stage of this re-dec. Whats that? Had i had enough of painting all the beading on those windows by the end of it? Noooo not at all😐! Honestly though its a pleasure working on these stunning properties, the world is a far prettier place with them in it. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

This cottage which is deceptively large was originally part of a much bigger boat and coach house hundreds of years ago. I love it!

This gorgeous cottage in Kelvedon was had a few little issues with a couple of window frames and required some attention. I also painted the entire exterior from guttering to plinth. Difficult to show the true impact of the work I did here as the property was in very good order as the owner very wisely keeps up a regular maintenance schedule to ensure the standard is kept up

A Felixstowe client wanted some Sapele doors painted to bring them up to date. Although the property was well cared for the doors kept dragging the overall feel to the decor back several decades. With there lovely new paint job they were given a new lease of life. I also freshened up the walls to give a much more bright and airy feel to the hallway. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

These Colchester based customers just wanted a small patio to put some outdoor furniture on to soak up the summer sun as well as a french drain with plum slate chippings to make mowing the lawn easier. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

It's not easy being green! Is it for everyone? absolutely not, that's what I love about it. There's nothing wrong with playing it safe and sticking to the presets that B&Q display in there stores, they often look really nice after all, however I love to see how people express themselves off tend, it shows a confidence that I personally admire. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

stage 2. walls now repaired, on we go with the lining paper. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

This property was once a pub, now a beautiful family home. The owners decided to keep one of the original bars for entertaining (an excellent decision!) however the walls needed some minor repair work before I installed new lining paper and decorated. I have to say I admire the fearless colour choice, a welcome break in current trends which also picks up on the original tiles on the bar for a delightful nod to the buildings past life. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Kitchen installation in Colchester, The customer will decorate the kitchen themselves. The white drawer front was sent in error but a new one is on its way apparently.

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LVT Flooring throughout this brand new beautiful family home in Colchester, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, living room and hallways. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Dovercourt based shopfront gets some routine maintenance to keep it looking lovely.

New laminate flooring in the hallway, lounge and dining room for this Ipswich based customer has completed the contemporary look and really sets the rooms off nicely. Another satisfied customer! https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

New client in Ipswich wanted a modern, stylish method of organising the birds nest of cabling most of us have behind our TV's. This client new exactly what he wanted and was very happy with the result https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Stay calm people...my latest work is...well its new felt on a shed roof.

Love a bit of wallpapering! Dado rail removed, wallpaper stripped and replaced with a subtle patterned design to compliment the new grey walls. Another satisfied customer, going back to do 2 more rooms and replacing 6 internal doors for her mother, must be doing something right! www.colchesterhandyman.com

These oak veneer doors look very stylish with the Matt black door furniture. After lugging 6 of these EXTREMELY HEAVY doors (3 upstairs, 3 down) I can tell you I was ready to drop. The customer based in Witham was happy though so worth the effort I say. www.colchesterhandyman.com

The finished job, glass cabinet reinstated, wall lights in position and working, freshly painted and most importantly, nice and quiet! www.colchesterhandyman.com

Ageing the new timbers to look like 250 year old beams was a 3 stage process using a flap sander, wire wheel and my new favorite tool, a hatchet! I loved using the hatchet so much I went and bought some timberland boots and a lumberjack shirt, I thought about growing a beard to complete the "logger look" but as I'm not exactly the tallest bloke I decided i'd probably only hear countless jeers of "Hi Hoooh"😐 as off to work I did indeed go so I abandoned the whole beard plan. Anyway, this beautiful listed property in Essex needed a "new old wall". The property is semi detached and the lounge wall is the only wall that connects this house to the neighbors. The client wanted a soundproofing solution to eliminate noise transferring from next door. We decided that a new replica wall could be installed using 2" metal track & studs, ply lined, plaster boarded, aged beams and irregular lumpy bumpy rendering complete with acoustic soundproofing insulation,...sorted!

Flat Finished!!😀 - New laminate flooring installed, new doors hung, Paint job and if I had a mic I would be dropping it! www.colchesterhandyman.com

Flat part 7 - garden cleared www.colchesterhandyman.com

Flat part 6 - Bathroom gets a spruce up. New sink and vanity unit, new toilet, a lick of paint, a thorough clean and its now fit for purpose again www.colchesterhandyman.com

Flat Part 5 - New bathroom window required as the original builder in the 80's hadn't allowed space for any kind of shower enclosure. This did not deter the previous owner (my late father) who decided to just install one half way over the original window! www.colchesterhandyman.com

Flat part 4 - Hob finally arrives, a splash of colour on the walls, new windowsill and flooring. Ready for the new owner! www.colchesterhandyman.com

Flat part 3 - New kitchen cabinets and worktops plus a new oven and hood, Really starting to turn the place around now. www.colchesterhandyman.com

Flat Part 2 - I decided to remove the old tiles and plasterboard, fix OSB to the original timber studs and re-plasterboard the kitchen in order to make the cabinet installation easier, I also used self leveling compound to sort the floor out www.colchesterhandyman.com

This flat in Flat in West Sussex required a total renovation, after the new central heating system was installed I took it from there, new kitchen, toilet, basin & vanity new flooring and doors and a lick of paint and voila!

This fence and gate came off 2nd best in a wind battered Braintree. All sorted now with a new concrete support spur, panels reattached and the gate re-hung

Love this! A very striking and bold statement wallpaper gives this beautiful property in Colchester some pizzazz!

A slip of the foot near Saffron Walden left this fence needing a simple repair

Kelvedon client required timber window frame repair on a stunning grade 2 listed property. after a good sanding this window had the old putty removed and replaced, new timber spliced into the frame to repair rotten section then undercoated and 2 top coats of Dulux weathershield 10yr exterior gloss. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

This window frame in Canvey Island needed some attention to extend its lifespan, A 2 part wood filler was used to restore the integrity of the rotten softwood frame

Wallpaper stripped and new paper applied to the chimney breast for client in Eight Ash Green https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

This Bungalow in Clacton on Sea required a total re-dec after water damage. Self leveling compound throughout plus new internal doors, skirting and architraves, walls all cross lined with lining paper then painted in matt emulsion

Raised sleeper beds installed and planted to progress with this complete sleek garden makeover. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Garden required clearing in preparation of shed, lawn and sleeper bed installation https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Shed base constructed and new shed assembled along with the addition of the decking, posts and canopy for Colchester based client. The client purchased the shed and had it delivered but soon realised she wanted a canopy and deck surround as it looked a little lost without these eye catching and practical additions. We also installed timber tongue & groove cladding to for a soffit under the canopy. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

hall, stairs and landing gets a lick of paint in Bury St. Edmunds https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

New laminate flooring for Maldon client https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

New bathroom for Colchester client. Total rip out of old bathroom, new plumbing, chipboard flooring, floor and wall tiles, floating shelves. Ceiling was artexed so I skimmed it flat with plaster along with 2 walls that had the old tiles removed. Concealed cistern cabinet constructed and paint colour matched to the vanity unit. Stone cistern lid polished and beveled. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Exterior windowsill repaired in Felixstowe https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Re-dec, internal wall repair and door hung in this stunning Grade II listed home in Kelvedon https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Latex self leveling flooring compound applied prior to new carpets at a beautiful Kelvedon home https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Wallpapering and decorating in Canvey Island https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Meet Rodney, Rodders, Hotrod or all of the above depending what mood he's in! https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

This 30+ year old! solid little shed looks 20 years younger after a new paintjob https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Decking gets a refurb! Hours of sanding🙄 followed by a decking oil bath sorted this lovely looking deck out for a while😀 https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Fencing repair and timbercare treatment in Great Dunmow. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Installing the hand cut rafters at the barns https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

New underground soil pipe connection from clay to plastic (bubble isn't meant to be level before you all start!)😁 https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Construction and installation of timber framed walls https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

5m x 3m workshop constructed, clad in timber weatherboarding, painted with Bedec barn paint and boarded out with ply. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Farm style fencing installed marking the boundry of the Barn land

Fencing added to what eventually became a back garden at the 2nd Essex barn renovation

Sleeper steps and raised beds to form parking area and a garden in due course. https://www.colchesterhandyman.com/

Cladding, stud walls and under floor heating installation in 2 Essex barn renovations