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Research shows more than half of Britons
wouldn't consider a fixer-upper and over

80% of Britons sometimes put off DIY tasks

ANY Britons struggle with Motivation: the
Mprocrastinating on DIY tasks around biggest barrier
the house. A loose doorknob, a shower The biggest reason? Not
with weak water pressure, or an attic wanting to start. For almost 1
that's been waiting for flooring for years. in 3 (31%) of Britons, motivation
These are the kinds of small jobs that is simply nowhere to be found.
keep coming up, but you always have to Uncertainty about their own
force yourself to do them. DIY skills also plays a role: 31%
And if even that's difficult, it's no don't know how to begin. A lack
surprise the idea of a fixer-upper is of time is in third place: 22% say
absolutely not an appealing prospect they’re too busy with work or
for more than half of Britons. other obligations.
Plasticsheetsshop researched For 14%, money is the task for an average of a few weeks. In
procrastination at home and discovered biggest obstacle; they currently lack the contrast, 27% tackle the job more quickly,
why DIY tasks are constantly being financial means to tackle a project and only putting it off for a few days.
postponed. therefore put it on the backburner. For 24%, the task is put off for even
Women postpone DIY tasks more often The fact DIY isn't for everyone is also longer; they postpone it for an average
The study shows more than half of Brits clear from attitudes toward fixer-uppers. of a few months. And then there's
postpones a task at some point. About As many as 61% of the Britons wouldn't the ultimate procrastinator: 8% wait
half do this occasionally, and more than even consider one. Still, there’s also a longer than a year before they finally
1 in 3 (34%) do it very often. Still, there’s group that sees potential: Almost 1 in start the job. The least favourite task?
also a small group that takes immediate 10 (9%) have already bought a fixer- Maintenance (38%), such as painting or a
action: 3% tackle every task as quickly upper, and another 9% even think it's a major clean-up of the garage.
as possible. In addition, 13% indicate great idea. In addition, a third of those Curious about the rest of the research
they only postpone a task if it's a truly surveyed have considered taking on such results? View the research page here.
unpleasant one. a challenge. Methodology
The difference between men and Length of postponement For this study, 812 Britons were asked
women is striking. 41% of women say We know postponing DIY tasks is no about their DIY habits in a survey
they regularly postpone DIY tasks, longer a secret, but when do we actually between 1-22 August. 
compared to just 27% of men. get to work? 41% of Brits postpone a www.sheetplastics.co.uk

ARDEX Group wins prestigious BASA award for sustainability

RDEX Group says it’s proud to British Adhesives & Sealants Association, years of CO2 reduction at its UK plants.
Aannounce its success at the BASA celebrates excellence and innovation This BASA accolade follows another
Showcase 2025, where the company across the industry. sustainability win at the Tile Association
won the best sustainability initiative. The award recognises ARDEX Group’s Awards 2025, making it the company’s
The BASA Showcase, organised by the Building Tomorrow programme, which second major sustainability award this
commits the company to year.
achieving full carbon neutrality In addition to the sustainability
by 2045, and carbon neutrality award, ARDEX Group was shortlisted
for Scope 1 & 2 emissions by in the innovation category for its BAL
2030. Micromax Grout-Effect Sealant, and, as
This ambitious strategy a manufacturer shortlisted for multiple
includes initiatives such as: awards, was also shortlisted in the best
replacing finite raw materials manufacturer category.
with circular solutions, David Hackett, managing director at
reducing CO2 emissions ARDEX UK and Building Adhesives, said:
across operations, promoting ‘Winning this award is a testament to
diversity, equality, and ethical our team’s unwavering commitment to
business practices and sustainability and innovation. Our Building
prioritising local sourcing. Tomorrow programme isn’t just a pledge -
Earlier this year, ARDEX it’s a roadmap to creating a greener, more
Group also received a gold responsible future for our industry. We’re
certificate from the Achilles proud of what we’ve achieved so far and
carbon reduction programme, excited about the journey ahead.’ 
marking five consecutive www.ardex.co.uk

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