Not everyone has the time, skill or inclination to pick up a paint brush, hammer or drill and get stuck into home renovations. This means there remains strong demand for experienced trade professionals like you. However, some homeowners do relish the prospect of showcasing their DIY skills, and it seems as though women are increasingly getting involved in these projects.
According to a study conducted by WD Bathrooms, nearly two-thirds of women say they are more likely to carry out home improvements than their partners. It polled a total of 1,244 adults and found that 60 per cent of women expressed this belief.
Collaboration
The survey also revealed that couples are working together to achieve the results they’re after. More than 78 per cent of the women questioned said their partners are consulted on the planning, design and décor.
However, this does not stop arguments arising. The research discovered that DIY is a cause of marital disagreements, with nearly a quarter of respondents stating that doing work around the house was a certain route to a less harmonious bank holiday weekend. Arguments were usually caused by one party disagreeing with the methods used or by a failure to clean up after the projects are complete.
Women shelling out
WD Bathrooms also revealed that 66 per cent of female respondents said they paid for materials such as paint, plaster and plywood from their personal bank accounts.
When asked why they had taken up DIY, women most commonly answered that it was the “only way to get things done”. Meanwhile, two in five respondents said they wanted to stop asking their male friends and relatives for help. One in ten noted they had got stuck into home improvements to increase the value of their properties, inspired by TV programmes.
The most popular tasks now carried out by women included changing light bulbs, changing fuses, fixing leaky taps, mending toilets, replacing door handles, patching holes in the wall, painting, hanging wallpaper, sealing windows and hanging pictures.
No longer just a man’s domain
Commenting on the findings, director at WD Bathrooms Lynne Wilson said: “DIY is no longer just a man’s domain, with more women picking up tools and having a go at wallpapering, putting up shelves and tiling. It comes as no surprise that as women are increasingly spending more on their homes they want to learn skills.”
Help is at hand
Despite the fact that women appear to be getting more involved in DIY projects, you might find your services as a trade professional remain in strong demand. After all, lots of people, whether they’re male or female, are simply too busy or lack the confidence to do up their own properties.
Here at Trade1st we have all the trade quality, decorative products you could need, including specialist sizes and products that you won’t find elsewhere. By coming to us when you need to stock up on these supplies, you can save yourself time and hassle, and you can rest assured you’re getting the very best.