DIY Ideas & Advice

Elevate your wall paneling project with the perfect slatted panels from Cut My. Our comprehensive guide helps you select the ideal slatted paneling based on your skill level, desired finish, and budget constraints. Choose from premium centre-aligned real oak or oak effect options for unparalleled symmetry, budget-friendly wide slat panels cut to size, or full boards for experienced DIYers seeking maximum cost savings.

Discover inspiring wall panelling ideas that transformed bland spaces into showstopping rooms, curated from our favourite customer projects. From trendy modern designs to timeless classics like shaker and shiplalp, explore a world of possibilities in colours and styles.

Over time, greenhouse glass becomes dirty and covered in algae, mineral deposits, and debris that can block sunlight and harm plants. We've got some tips for effectively cleaning greenhouse glass to remove buildup and restore light transmission.

What exactly is Corten steel, what properties make it so useful, and why should you consider using it? Read on to learn all about this distinctive steel alloy.

Ever wonder why some metals stick to magnets and others don't? All you need is a basic understanding of how magnetism works on an atomic level. Find out more in this article.

Mild steel is a very common form of steel alloy containing a small percentage of carbon, and it is malleable, ductile and easily welded. Find out more about mild steel, including its properties, uses, comparison to other types of steel, and how to identify it.

Sheet metal gauge refers to the standard thicknesses for sheet metal material, with a higher gauge number indicating a thinner sheet and gauge measurements can vary based on material type and country standards.

Before you start slicing through sheets of metal, it is important to understand how to properly and safely operate an angle grinder. Find out how to select the right angle grinder for you and learn the do's and don'ts for cutting through different metal profiles.

A jigsaw can cut metal cleanly and accurately when equipped with the right blade and used with the proper technique. Find out how to choose the ideal jigsaw blades for different metals and techniques for controlling the jigsaw to make precise, straight cuts in sheet metal or light gauge metals.

Whether you're cutting pipe, steel rod or sheet metal, using the proper technique with a hacksaw can make the job easier and give you clean, accurate cuts. Reader our step-by-step instructions for safely and effectively cutting various types of metal using a hacksaw.

Adding mirrors to a room is a great way to add some light or depth to a room. With a multitude of uses, mirrored acrylic is fantastic to use both indoors and out, from the garden to a child’s playroom, with added safety features making it a preferred option to traditional glass mirrors.

OSB and plywood have distinct properties that make each suitable for different uses. Compares the costs, strengths, weaknesses and applications of OSB and plywood to help you choose the right sheet material for your project.