How-To Guides & Tutorials

Our How-To Guides & Tutorials category focuses on clear, step-by-step videos that show how to apply, use, and prepare products correctly across a range of outdoor, landscaping, and workshop tasks. These guides are designed to reduce guesswork and help you achieve reliable results by following proven application methods.

Each video walks through the process from preparation to completion, highlighting the tools, materials, and techniques required at each stage. You’ll see how jointing compounds are applied to paving, how sealants and adhesives should be used on different surfaces, and how maintenance products perform when applied correctly. Where relevant, videos also cover surface preparation, curing times, weather considerations, and common mistakes to avoid.

This category is especially useful for tradespeople, landscapers, and DIY users who want to follow best practice rather than relying on trial and error. The focus is on practical instruction, showing how products behave in real working conditions rather than theoretical guidance.

How-To Guides & Tutorials cover applications including paving and jointing, sealing and protection, cleaning and maintenance, tool use, and surface preparation. Many guides are suitable for both professional and domestic projects, with techniques that scale from small repairs to larger outdoor works.

These videos include a mix of manufacturer-led and professional guides selected to support correct use, safer application, and informed purchasing decisions.

Applying All-Weather Jointing Compound for Paving
A video guide demonstrating the step-by-step application of ready-mixed jointing compound for stone or concrete paving, covering preparation and finishing techniques.
How to Safely Split Logs with an Axe
This instructional video walks through the steps to safely and effectively split firewood. Focus on positioning the wood and using the proper axe swing technique.
Applying Setting Sand to Block Paving
Watch how to fill block paving joints using setting sand. The video demonstration covers spreading, compacting, cleaning, and watering for a solid finish.
Applying Setting Sand to Block Paving Joints
Learn how to apply setting sand to block paving joints. This video guide covers preparation, application, and watering steps to create a strong, weed-resistant seal.
How To Apply | Sika FastFix All-Weather Jointing Compound
Watch how to apply this jointing compound in any weather, prevent weeds, and store unused product without waste.
Applying Cleaner to Natural Stone and Concrete
Learn the correct method for treating natural stone and concrete paving to remove organic buildup and grime.
Applying Ready-to-Use Paving Jointing Compound
A step-by-step video showing how to apply ready-to-use jointing material to an outdoor paved area. Learn the correct preparation and brushing technique.
Applying a Sealer to Natural Stone and Concrete
View the correct process for sealing your patio or driveway. This short video details preparation, application, and second coat timing for the surface protectant.
How to Apply Joint It Premium Seal to Patios and Driveways 1
This short video demonstrates the task of sealing a paved surface. See the steps for preparing the area and applying the surface protection fluid.
Applying Jointing Sand to Block Paving
A step-by-step video on applying weed-resistant jointing sand into block paving. It shows the simple sweep-in, compact, and wet application method.