Self Build

Self builds are becoming increasingly popular and more and more people are deciding to take control of their own self builds. The greater degree of creative and quality control, as well as the more hands on nature, are what makes building your own house one of the most fulfilling DIY experiences.

Whether you’re building the house yourself or overseeing professional contractors, you’ll need to consider a lot of different things in order to make your build a success. From land, planning and labour right through to building regulations, you’ll have a lot on your mind.

Here at buildingmaterials.co.uk, we can make your life easy. We’ve got all the building supplies you’ll need as well as an expert team to advise you further on your order.

Items you may need to consider include:

• Plasterboard: This board is ideal for non-load bearing internal partition walls and linings. It can also be used to improve existing damaged or uneven wall surfaces.
•  Metal Stud: these are used to create frames for plasterboard, making it much easier and quicker to install, as well as being cheaper than timber batons.
• Insulation Boards: These offer upgraded thermal insulation for existing walls and soffit ceilings. We stock a variety of sizes, with some available with an additional vapour control barrier.
•  Sand & Cement: Both will be essential to your build, and our wide range of aggregates will be sure to have what you need.
• Breather Membrane: Also known as ‘house wrap’, breather membrane keeps external water from leaking in whilst letting vapour escape from inside. It is usable on roofs, walls and floors, and comes in interior and exterior varieties. 
•  Foil Insulation: This offers a highly effective way to insulate lofts and attics.
•  Lintels: Lintels are essential for supporting loads above apertures made by doors and windows. Our range includes both external and internal lintels, as well as those suitable for use in cavity walls.
•  Timber: This will likely be an indispensable part of your build. We stock a large range of MDF, plywood, wood, OSB boards and chipboard available in a variety of sizes and specifications.
•  Concrete Blocks: These are a very versatile building material, and we stock a variety of grades and densities. They are lightweight and easy to handle, and are ideal for use in damp courses and as infill.

Hopefully our wide range of products will have all your-self build needs covered. If you’ve still got questions or need further advice, then please do not hesitate to contact our expert team who can advise you further.

Be sure to ask about our discount, which is available for both trade and discount customers.

Everyone at buildingmaterials.co.uk wishes you the best of luck with your build, and for truly top quality materials, be sure to come to us for all your building needs.