Collins Complete Diy Manual Page

Deducted half a point for weight and regional variations. Otherwise, a masterpiece of technical writing.

Use the correct notch trowel for your tile size: collins complete diy manual

This is a selling point for the Collins Complete DIY Manual over interior-only books. It covers building a garden wall (footings, mortar ratios, weeping holes), laying a patio (compacted sub-base, sharp sand, jointing), and even basic fencing (concrete spurs vs. timber posts). Deducted half a point for weight and regional variations

Using a 6mm notched trowel, hold it at a 45° angle to the wall. Spread adhesive over no more than 1 square metre at a time (or a 4–5 tile row). Comb in straight, parallel lines. Do not overwork the adhesive – if a skin forms (usually after 10–20 minutes depending on temperature), scrape it off and reapply. It covers building a garden wall (footings, mortar