DIY on the Hottest UK Day EVER!

[@dmm8658]

Just a few tips from an Aussie when working in the heat. Wear a loose fitting light coloured cotton shirt, and a wide brimmed ventilated hat. It will protect your head ears neck and face from the direct heat, and allow any breeze to cool your noggin. Yes, use plenty of sunscreen on the exposed arms and legs. I also give my lawns and plants a good watering in the cool of the night before the high temps, and if the lawns just have to be mowed, I raise the blades so the grass blades are cut to about 15-20mm high to protect the roots of the grass from evaporation and burning due to the heat. And if any new and strange spots appear on your skin, get to your doctor asap to get them assessed. Keep up the great work, I’m finding it immensely interesting.

[@anthonyb8208]

dmm, I bet the majority of the likes for your comment got, are from us Skips. Middle of winter 17° blue skies, hard at work out back.

[@dmm8658]

@@anthonyb8208 I wouldn't be surprised. But it's been 0 deg here in Melbourne for the past couple of mornings, with frost on the grass. Hell of a contrast with the UK. But I hope our friends and colleagues in the UK and Europe keep safe and cool, and maybe take a couple of ideas from those who have experience working in the heat.

[@PaulBakewell]

Great video thanks Stuart.

[@ProperDIY]

Glad you liked it

[@stephanmurphy909]

Well done on working on such a warm day great work you making progress

[@makstar7062]

Gotta say the workmanship and graft is impressive but what is even more impressive is the video editing. Bravo!

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you very much

[@rodgercostello9814]

Thanks for mower blade adjustment id never thought about it that close before. Ill give that one a go.

[@wimn5212]

Dear Stuart, Good to see that a English DIY is not put off by a 'little' heat. My wife really likes the color you used on your garage door and wooden planters. And you know how it goes when the Mrs. sets her mind (on a colour) there is no escaping it. Can you tell me what color (number) you used? Keep up the good work and keep the videos coming. Greetings from the Windy Netherlands.

[@KotaruKun91]

Over in the UK that would be a bloody stinker at that time of the morning, should come over to Straya, we can help you acclimatize to that lol

[@paddypower123]

Triple striping for uniformity has blown my mind

[@RJS027]

Strongs there. That's the norm here in South Africa on the west coast. I really feel for you guys

[@kimgray1606]

“Mad dogs and Englishmen...” Terrific video as usual. Down here in Melbourne our weather is at the other end of the spectrum. Thank you for producing some top content - relevant and clear. You deserve that beer.

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you Kim

Well done Stuart, not only for carrying on, but doing it sensibly, at least it was nice and quiet at the timber yard ! As always, entertaining yet informative content, alway look forward to your videos !

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you Andy

[@Quaker521]

Crikey Stuart, rather you than me! Hats off to you for working in that heat and producing a video from it too. I would imagine that the videoing made for a longer day out in the sun. Cheers.

[@ProperDIY]

Good point and yes it does slow everything down. You might have noticed I didn't film so much in the afternoon - I just had enough energy to put up the last bit of fence and no energy to film it!

[@madgebishop5409]

you are a mad man working in that heat! i only ventured outside once which was to go in the cooled hot tub 🤣

[@ProperDIY]

After 15 years living in the Middle East it's like a normal day

[@philtebble4390]

Good on you mate I do service work in NHS kitchens business as usual yesterday very hot . 🔥

[@adamlawonphotography5219]

Another excellent video Stuart, loving the variety of content, it can't be easy to keep things fresh and relevant, but you make it look easy....enjoy every second of it mate!!!!!

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you Adam

[@richardphillips3303]

Glad to see that you're enjoying your retirement and am so much looking forward to mine! Another great video and thanks for sharing 👍 😊

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you Richard

[@HayzeeHayes]

Fair play you are a top grafter! You must have great satisfaction when your jobs are completed! Nice neat job again. 👏🏼👍

[@ProperDIY]

Got to work hard

[@paulchilds8884]

great video definitely gives me some ideas for my garden

[@ProperDIY]

I'm so glad!

[@musk4mars116]

Whatever I want? I'm writing that down for future reference.

[@paulwebb4192]

Never cut the lawn when it's exceptionally hot, longer grass protects the soil from moisture loss

[@AndrewLumsden]

And watering early in the day just allows it to evaporate. Only ever water in the evening.

[@MrSmid888]

Haven’t cut my front lawn in 3 weeks and we’ve had rain 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 I only mulch also, never lift unless it the first cut of the year before scarification.

[@essentialhandyman]

It hit 107.8/42.1 in my conservatory/lounge. And that was with every window and door open and a couple of fans pushing air around. Shockingly hot for us Brits. Good effort getting out and doing something in this heat Stuart.

[@uhtredthebold2]

You're better off keeping the doors and windows closed when the heat is extreme. I managed to keep our thermally inefficient house 10c cooler than outside on Monday and Tuesday. The most important thing to do is keep curtains and blinds shut as the sun comes round. If you haven't got blinds already in your conservatory then it might be a good investment

[@lesthiele4921]

Looking great Stewart, just to make you feel cool, here in Melbourne Australia, we have about 5deg and it is about 0900hrs, keep cool and hydrated, best regards from a Kiwi living in Australia.

[@ProperDIY]

Really 5 deg! I didn't know Melbourne ever got that cold.

[@brianthorne8609]

Your garden is huge, I'm so jealous. Loving the vids. Keep them coming.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Brian

[@James-4812]

If you want to know if your thermometer is accurate, stick it in a glass of water filled with ice cubes and let it sit for a few minutes, the red alcohol should read on the line of 0°C or 32°F. I have a similar thermometer to that and I find that they actually are surprisingly accurate as quality ones.

[@Je22345]

thank for another great video

[@ProperDIY]

No problem

[@BillsCountrysideAdventures]

Your a nutter working in that heat, it was like the wind was like oven door open. Good job as always.

[@ProperDIY]

Yep, just like all the years I did working in the Middle East!

[@BillsCountrysideAdventures]

@@ProperDIY we went to UAE years ago and was very hot like that. But you do get used to it and all places have air conditioning so not too bad. Our houses are not used to this that's the problem.

[@frankblack1481]

I know the fence is largely sheltered, but what happens if the fence blows over? The pipe, being closer to the ground, might be ok but is there a risk the cable could get yanked around? I’m surprised you didn’t rig up a shade when you were working on the fence.

[@tomlee812]

The man is superhuman! I stayed indoors in the shade all day. But then again, I'm a lightweight.... Respect Sir, respect.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Tom

[@TonyCRoe]

Hi my friend. I notice when you were fixing the cable holders, you were using a fat/large screw holder. I use DeWalt products as an amateur DIYer, but what holder is this and what would be the benefit, compared to the slim or narrow versions I have? Cheers 👍

[@clivedeer6211]

Top vid as usual Stuart, as a matter of interest was that Ellis timber on the Cromer road, if so that was one of my go to yards in Norfolk, very helpful, keep up the good work.

[@ProperDIY]

I'm sorry no.

[@HYUKLDER1]

On the issue of electric supply along a fence then hidden from view. Shouldn't there be 'Electric cable' labels at intervals along both sides of the fence to indicate the cable's location?

[@TWOKDOK1]

As I understand it, a fence is not considered a permanent structure and should not therefore be used to act as a support for electrical cables according to the Electrical Regs.

[@ProperDIY]

Neither is a shed but electricians will happily wire them up for you

[@garulusglandarius6126]

Hi Stuart, always find your videos informative, interesting, enjoyable and relaxing. Thank you 👍

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you

[@iainfish4840]

Another great video Stuart.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@TwoFace240]

What’s the bit you were using in the impact driver?

[@roger4880]

Grass is really coming along nicely 👍 I 'braved' a 5 minute walk around the house outside when it was 39C then felt like a roast chicken and went inside to grab an ice cream 😂 It was very quiet out, no cars, birds or insects!

[@ProperDIY]

Only DIY'ers out

[@somewhereelse3813]

A great easy watch video

[@ProperDIY]

Thank you

[@C4sp3r123]

Curious about the water pipe come the winter, will you just drain it down to avoid freezing and splitting?

[@mrgunn2726]

41c is hot, hot, hot, where I live in the states 37c is common in high summer.

[@michaelplays2449]

Great job !!! Stay Safe !!

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@marksweetman8765]

The only man in the country with a green lawn...😂

[@nickrendell4300]

As usual great work and great tips on DIY.

[@valborchardt3596]

Shame Stuart, its not good to go out when its so hot. In summer here our temperatures often go over 40 degs. Take care please

[@ProperDIY]

When I spent 15 years working in the Middle East it was always hot - things still got done

[@tahseenashfaq]

Just love your videos

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@colingoode3702]

I'm with you on not being part of the corporate world anymore Stuart. I retired 2 years ago & don't miss it one bit. I re-finished my grey tarmac drive the other week which now looks brand new again. Very satisfying. I played it safe & stayed indoors when it hit 40c yesterday. What are you going to do when you finish all the jobs that need doing?

[@andrewofford1533]

I too have decided to take early Retirement, after recoverying from a Heart Attack and a Quad By-Pass..... The wife has got a List that goes on forever, for things she wants me to do around the house and thought I would have an easy life now......lol

[@ProperDIY]

Nice One! I will never get to end of the list!

[@marknadin770]

Stuart what magnetic bit silver piece do you use🍺🍺👍👍

[@ProperDIY]

It's a Dewalt bit that I got from FFX

[@dwoodog]

We're having some good heat here too ( 30+ Celsius) in Creston, British Columbia. Not to mention the bloody mosquitos. I have to wear long pants and a bug net hat. You really do have to pace yourself in this heat.

[@ProperDIY]

Yes you're right

[@stunimbus1543]

Although you made a video of the wiring for the channel, its also good to be able to show the electrician it was installed properly so he can be confident in doing the Part P of the building regs notification.

[@ProperDIY]

Good point

[@99037149]

I enjoyed some thunder and lightning followed by torrential rain today........

[@ProperDIY]

I wish I had some

[@MarkMichalowski]

Insaniac!! LOL Although I guess at that time in the morning, we had no idea of the infero that was to follow, really, did we? We knew the figures, but the reality was somethin' else!! Ah, but now it's midday and you were DRIVING to the WOOD YARD?? Yes, insaniac!!

[@ProperDIY]

No, just like a normal day living in the Middle East like I did for 15 years. Just because it's hot doesn't stop progress.

[@fenners1290]

loved your triple striping method - I'm going to try that next time I cut mine.

[@ProperDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@philipmcmillan3859]

Just a heads up the plants just outside your gate in the padlock , yellow flowering is called ragwort which is poisonous and with it flowering will spread everywhere.

[@ProperDIY]

Yes I'm aware of that - the horses in the field used to like eating them

[@andrewhead6267]

Ragwort is great for insects, but it is bad for horses and is poor eating for humans too!

[@paulp96275]

Top work top lad 👍👨🏻‍🏭

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Paul

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Paul

[@streaky81]

Use metal clips for cable, basically always. Premature collapse is a big deal anyway in the regs now, so it always makes sense to have a decent supply and I always use them as a habit these days - they're not much more expensive than plastic ones, and outdoors they handle the sun better, indoors in ceilings etc they're basically required so there's not a whole lot of reasons to use plastic ones.

[@AndrewStrydomBRP]

Pre-mature collapse regs do not apply here, this is not an escape route.

[@streaky81]

@@AndrewStrydomBRP of course, my point was they're worth just having, and you may as well use them because the price difference is miniscule.They'll last longer outdoors anyway.

[@AndrewStrydomBRP]

@@streaky81 They won't last longer outdoors, especially in this instance where the plastic is not being exposed to UV at all, and the price difference isn't that small. the price per clip is triple.

[@johnx9318]

Meanwhile, in Brisbane Australia - cold, cloudy and wet. I'm rugged up in a jumper and fleece watching you sweat for a change!

[@keithfoster6000]

How long is that cable run Stuart, as I don't know I would think about line loss?

[@olson.pamela]

I feel your pain Stuart! Also hot here in MN. The fence looks great but I don't fully understand the two layers of fencing. I must have missed out on your master plan. Here in MN the snow and ice and critters would stop you from doing that. A friend enjoys telling the story about a deer getting between his fence and the neighbor fence and it didn't have enough room to jump out. He had to disassemble it to let the deer out. Of course the deer didn't cooperate too much and wanted to get a good kick into him. Ditto on the other comment about your excellentediting. Your expert editing adds to the viewers engagement quite a bit.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Pamela. The existing fence is mine and not straight or vertical so rather than take it down I put in additional posts and built in front of it tying into the existing where I could.

[@adeh503]

Can't believe they used a forklift for those few boards 😂😂

[@duncancallow]

how do you have any grass left?? mine is scorched to bare earth

[@chrome2175]

might of been mentioned already but i would be concerned about the wind bringing the fence down with electrics running along the middle of it . great job anyway

[@gizmo6164]

Always check how many UVA stars there are in the small circle on the rear of your sunscreen bottle. UVA screening is just as important as UVB but some top brand names only get a 2 or 3 out of 5. This rating is in addition to the regular SPF number on the front of the bottle. Slip, slap, slop. I can’t believe you prefer your current life to pouring over a good old GANT chart, ha! Keep the videos coming Stuart, they’re brill! 👍🏼😁

[@iainamurray]

I read about this a few years ago and realised that my posh Nivea stuff was 2 stars and the cheap Aldi stuff was 5!

[@gizmo6164]

@@iainamurray Every day a school day! 👍🏼☺️

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@Tobymoore14]

This is a very odd question, but what is that impact driver bit that you have attached in this and many of your videos? It appares to hide the bit, is that the intent?

[@Den-Bee]

Enjoyed the video but can you give us an idea of the cost involved re Armoured cable, water pipe (size too).

[@ralphtaylor5328]

Stuart Interesting video. One query: the fence you were boarding seems to be well over 6ft (or you are very short). There is a limit in fence height where you do not need planning permission. From memory it is circa 2.1m. Did you need pp for your fence?

[@ProperDIY]

The lawn dips down starting 2m from the fence and it is high on the other side so once i make up the dip on my side it will be around 2m total which i believe is the official limit

[@ralphtaylor5328]

@@ProperDIY in hindsight it might have been useful to highlight the official limit. Else some might be busy copying what they thought you did to obscure nasty neighbours and contravene planning rules.

[@andrewhead6267]

On the comments about fixing the cable (and water pipe) to the fence. One tip is don’t do so to a fence that is your neighbours, because you have no say if/when the fence is replaced. And probably you should seek their permission to do so anyway. No doubt there are rules about attaching stuff to other peoples fence. If you need to do a run along the boundary where a neighbour owns the fence, better to install your cables on a separate post and rail you instal on your property. A bit of work but easier than digging that 450mm trench!

[@markmciver1981]

It’s his fence.

[@andrewhead6267]

@@markmciver1981 I know, but the thing with U tube is people watch someone do work and then apply that to their situation. Not every household owns all the fencing that separates all their property from the neighbours. As you look down our garden to the rear boundary, to the right the fence is owned by the neighbour. To the left by us. Not sure who owns the rear fence! Our shed is in the right hand corner, so when armoured cable was put in to it, we dug a trench and buried it. If it had been our fence I would have done as shown in this video.

[@GatoLand]

I really admire your determination and courage to work under the sun and that temperature, it is really unbearable. I am Spanish and supposedly I should be used to 40C during the summer, however at 55 years old I never get used to these temperatures, I can only recommend you some advice like wearing light coloured clothes and not exposing your head to the sun, always under a hat, sun protection factor 50 and drinking a lot of water from time to time even without being thirsty, beyond that I can contribute little, just wish you a squall with cool and humid wind that lowers that fire. Greetings from Madrid, good job!

[@ProperDIY]

Nice to see you watching in Spain. Good advice!

[@R.C.A.F.V.R.]

Great video FYI Ice water will not hydrate you take from a steam.train fireman you need to balance it with warm to near hot drinks Example if you go to a Indian restaurant you offered Chai tea why as hot drinks hydrate you don't 1 sweat it out 2 it's not a major change in temperatures When I began my days shoveling coal the driver looked at me said son have cuppa not that water you not last I laughed after a while it was he who was laughing so tip for next time

[@ashleyberry1116]

You don't see Charlie Diyte or Keithy B grafting in these temps! And as for Gosforth handyman. He defo had the day off.

[@njuham]

The hottest day ever recorded, near the tarmac in Heathrow.

[@JemTheWire]

How have you protected the water pipe from frost? Or are you going to drain down in the Winter?

[@ProperDIY]

I'll just drain down and blow it out before the winter - no use for it then.

[@Christopher_T_Paul]

Could be worse, I had 3 hours in the loft preparing for my pal to fit the second phase of my solar panels today. I am fairly confident the temperature was well into the mid 40's.

[@ProperDIY]

I'm not surprised - lofts when the sun is out are nasty places to work

[@morzinbo]

the worst part about trying to beat the heat by taking a break at mid day is that the heat really starts to kick in during the afternoon.

[@philpowell6915]

Top job Stuart. How you managed that, I know not. I watered the plants at 7.30 then retreated indoors for the rest of the day.....🔥🥵

[@ProperDIY]

It's practice

[@sharpsconsultancy2342]

Hi Great Video just like all of your others. I am curious, what was your 'trade' or 'profession' prior to KZbin? I love to undertake DIY, but I am not very practical with my hands

[@ProperDIY]

I am a Civil Engineer and spent 30 years in construction - specialising in airport construction.

[@sharpsconsultancy2342]

@@ProperDIY superb - thank you for answering. I am super OCD about my garage/workspace but long for the day I had skills to achieve a small percentage of your capabilities. I will continue to watch and learn. Thanks all the way from North Wales

[@infocpctrainer]

interesting video, however, In my area there is a hose pipe ban in place? maybe not in your area?

[@ProperDIY]

No, not here

[@asif530]

This is a breeze for you Stuart compared to the Dubai heat looking at your other channel.

[@ProperDIY]

Exactly!

[@martynbuzzing3327]

I use two sheets of paper. The blade should cut off the first piece and leave the second uncut.

[@Inknet1]

You need to sort that Ragwort out. ( injurious weed ) offence when left uncontrolled

[@pauljunker8056]

Thought you would have a ride on mower

[@ProperDIY]

No, I like a proper cut

[@bluecurlygirl]

You're a glutton for punishment. 39 degrees. Holy moly. We hit 31 on Monday here in Ireland and it was cruel. Don't envy you that heat and don't know HOW you managed to do so much in that heat. Good to see you put your sunscreen on. Hope you topped it up during the day. I'm becoming a bit of a nag with sunscreen. My dad just had the top of his right ear cut off with skin cancer. Dad never ever wore sunscreen unless we were at the seaside (one weekend a year). But if it was cloudy, no way. Mind yourself in that heat. Your garden is looking fabulous. You did a great job levelling it etc.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Emer. Sunscreen went on 3 times I think. I got used to the heat living in the Middle East for many years

[@bluecurlygirl]

@@ProperDIY Yeah that would get you acclimatised to it alright!

[@m4ckm4n59]

Blardy blah great vid again :)

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@dazdaz105]

Sparky’s will no doubt be arguing the toss about hiding cables in fencing for years too. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ProperDIY]

Probably

[@dazdaz105]

Still a good job though Stuart 👍

[@martinhunt6004]

I bet that first beer did not touch the sides!

[@dermotcullen5263]

Blah de blah de blah blah. 😂😂 Great video Stuart.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Dermot

[@andyf-d4222]

You have just elevated yourself to Hero Status or Lunatic of the Year. 40⁰ C and putting up fencing!? Mad dogs and Englishmen....

[@keithl4779]

Impressed

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@MrChristiangraham]

Great work, Stuart - and fair play for working outside in this weather.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks Christian

[@aaronbell8527]

What’s the reason for always going over the screws with a hand screw driver ?

[@ProperDIY]

Good question. Impact drivers are great but have no clutch. So very easy to over drive. So I tend to stop slightly early and then finish off by hand so I can tell how hard I'm tightening each screw.

[@kevp6345]

How does patreon work? Is it a monthly or yearly contract? Could it be cancelled at any point? Thanks

[@ProperDIY]

It's monthly that you pay for at the end of the month only if you want to. Can cancel at any time

[@kevp6345]

@@ProperDIY thanks. How do you log on? Via KZbin? Sorry for all the questions but tech us nit my strong point. I'm a building surveyor but love your videos

[@ProperDIY]

@@kevp6345 No, there's a link in the video description to my Patreon page

[@Niels_Dn]

How do you keep your grass so green? Mine turned all yellow the past few weeks :(

[@Niels_Dn]

Ah nevermind, it’s the sprinkler system 😊

[@ProperDIY]

You got it!

[@gojonnygogogo]

Fair play Stuart, I think I'm probably half your age and it was all I could do to just sit in my house and stew Infront of a fan all day!

[@-chris1965]

Mad man.

[@ProperDIY]

Thanks

[@barryjohnson127]

Bet your water bill is high, especially if you have a meter.somthing about mad dogs and Englishman go out in the miday 🌞.

[@ProperDIY]

Exactly

[@worstuserever]

I asked the council if I can have a skip outside my house. They said okay, but don't make it too camp.

[@ProperDIY]

I like that

[@nickhelm2420]

Stuart you could also consider cutting diagonally . Just saying ☺️

[@ProperDIY]

One day

[@SeRaPh-2]

Always eat raw onion and just squeeze lemon in water not too cold , I'm from 🇵🇰 lol always live in hot weather

[@HealthyMBS1]

Wow, hottest day ever. That is so rare it will probably never happen again there in our life time...

[@mikemars5984]

It's not the hottest day ever in whichever place or point of origin you are referring to. It maybe the hottest temperature so far recorded at that point.

[@garvielloken3929]

😎

[@nicomonkeyboy]

Classic stick & gaffer tape...

[@ProperDIY]

👍