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That is exactly what I plan to do. But the moulds will be floor to ceiling height, 3-4m wide and drill fixed with spacers until the cement goes off 2 or 3 at a time then repeat. The shuttering moulds would interlock like jigsaw pieces at both ends to give a seamless finished look.

That is what I plan to do. I just wanted to check if there was a obvious reason not too that I was missing.

I think I maybe the first. I can’t see why it wouldn’t work. The shutters are simple to construct and fix. I was planning to use Portland cement like plaster. Apply it thick, then fix the shuttering whilst it is wet. Can’t find anything on YouTube or a google search. Lots of examples of using rubber moulds for a brick/stone effect though. Similar to moulded concrete drives.

My budget is really tight. I will post a blog once it is finished. I contacted the architect when I was interested in the design but I’m using ICF. I think it is feasible to build within that budget if you do most of the work yourself. Assisted by farmers rather than building contractors. Farmers saved me a fortune on muckaway and groundwork’s. They even built my retaining wall. Builders quoted £30-£45k. It cost £5500. Brexit isn’t happening by design. How else could such a ridiculous, inept idiot be pm? She is a better dancer FFS.

This might be useful. https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/41000-house-scoops-cut-price-self-build-comp/8653990.article

Thanks for the replies. I think it would be time consuming but not so expensive compared to alternatives. Polished concrete walls look great but cost a fortune. Definitely not diy. A very skilled job I would make 3 “moulds” that interlock together so that the pattern isn’t too uniform. As the wood grain in the boards forms the texture, I am thinking it would be relatively straight forward. Like vertical moulded drive. The finish doesnt have to be perfect. I love the texture of board formed retaining walls.

I attending to Durisol course. Jamie and John both worked with durisol when I attended the course. They used isolohr for foundations at the time. I broke ground to stop my PP from lapsing.

I’m trying to do as much of my build as possible to keep costs to a minimum. (Isolohr foundation, Durisol blocks or similar, Siberian larch exterior cladding) I’ve been thinking about my interior walls. I’ve wanted concrete from the outset. The concrete effect plasters are ridiculously expensive, as are the wall panels. I’m also not a plasterer. I have 2 joiners helping with my build. I was thinking of getting them to make floor to ceiling “moulds” out of 2” boards, that interlock together with 1cm wood block “spacers” on the front. I would cover the walls with Portland cement then drill the moulds to the walls while the cement is wet. The “spacers” would keep the cement depth consistent. Hopefully it would achieve a look similar to the attached pics? Is this a terrible idea? Thoughts would be appreciated.

I was planning to use Durisol but stumbled across their site. Cost will be the deciding factor. I got planning permission 7 years ago but ground works were much more complicated and expensive than anticipated.

Isolohr are good value.

Has anyone took a chance on one? 3 year warranty and at least a recognisable brand, so parts should not be a issue. I cant justify a makita or stihl. Rental prices are ridiculous. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hyundai-HYEA5080-50-8cc-2-Stroke-Petrol/dp/B01AFZT0GE/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=57217791510&hvadid=259072895017&hvdev=t&hvlocphy=9046649&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3097290158186040191&hvtargid=kwd-315344498113&keywords=hyundai+auger&qid=1553821457&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Has anybody used insul hub? https://insulhubuk.com/

Ill get the Mrs to peddle a cycle powered generator

£7k for electric! Did you build in the middle of a field?

I’m dreading this. Your electricity quote is ridiculous. I’m not planning on having a gas connection.

Can’t find a set like this from and uk/Eu seller. Can anyone point me in the in the right direction? Thanks

I ended up looking at caddy and transporters. Caddy was a bit on the small side and only 2 seats. Transporters seemed crazy money due to camper conversion potential. They all had high mileage in my price range and didn’t have nice spec. Then I stumbled across this. Nice spec, one owner and a price I was happy with. It’s a highline with pretty much every option including dsg gearbox. Im really happy with it. Not going to bother leasing another car when my Volvo goes back.

I just bought a 300kg rated, folding platform trolley from Aldi for £35. The generator sits on it fine and it is easy enough to move. It all goes in the back of my xc60. I would rather get mains power once my house is watertight. for £299 I’m happy with what I got. I love a bargain

I’m not ashamed to say my kitchen will be ex display.

Poggenpohl make me laugh. £40,000 for mdf cabinets.

No kitchen on earth is worth £27,000. Mark ups are ridiculous. I’m glad I’m not married. GF has no say in my build, even if she thinks different.

They have 3 left. Really good price for a makita. https://www.worldofpower.co.uk/makita-eg2250a-2-2kw-petrol-4-stroke-generator.html

Thanks for all the advice. It’s appreciated as always. I bought the makita. Seemed a bargain at £299. Even compared to the Lidl one which isn’t in stock.

My site doesn’t lend itself well that. It’s large l shaped and split level with the house on the lower level. A 900w Honda is over £800.

No doubt it will get used for a lot more than charging batteries. That is my primary concern at the moment though. I’m going to need a generator onsite. The build will be mostly DIY with help from a few skilled friends. Light amongst other things will be a concern in a month or 2. 49kg isn’t too heavy. If it goes in the back of a Volvo I’m good.