Chris Frediani - Plastering Show

Tape Slayer AKA Leigh Griffiths & Ben Kerslake from Carrington Lime join Chris Frediani to talk about the current approach to lime. Chris feels like not enough younger members of the trade are learning lime skills and developing an understanding of lime and asks Leigh for his thoughts on why this might be and Ben talks about it from a training perspective.

Tom Davis joins Chris Frediani once more in a run of three shows to discuss his journey to starting up a business and then his experiences managing a business. Tom talks about all the current challenges faced due to the unpredictable nature of recent times and also shares some of what he's learnt from more than 20 years in the building trade.

Chris Frediani is joined again by DIY SOS Build Manager Tom Davis so that they can sit down with Hugo Helms, a young Tradesperson who created 'Toolkit Conduct' - a guide for apprentices that can help them figure out how to behave properly on site and create a good foundation for career success.  Hugo created this after he completed his Carpentry Apprenticeship and realised no one really guides you...

Chris has invited Tom Davis, a Bricklayer and Builder who joined the industry in 2003 to join him as they both share a passion for bringing new blood into the trade but feel like the pathways have become muddled and is simply not working to the best of it's abilities. Tom shares the key changes he thinks need to be made and issues that need addressing. Skillbuild Plastering and Dry-lining Lead Jud...

Chris Frediani looks into what is going on with teaching the trade and delivering plastering courses to newcomers. Leslie Lewis from West London College shares his concerns with how the trade is being taught by many training providers around him and the unnoticed warning signs that we're heading down the wrong road. Colin McCaughey shares the good and bad of what he's seen in terms of skills demon...

Chris Frediani talks to a range of different trades from construction about their best and worst days and experiences on the tools. Becky Bates, a Plumbing & Gas Engineer talks about memorable working locations and the fears of flooding, Electrician Callum Biscoe explains why bad days can have serious consequences in his trade and James Reeve, an award winning Painting & Decorating busines...

Chris Frediani catches up with Plasterers, Simon Green & Andy McCauley and finds out how business has been for them so far this year, after a tough 2025 and also a wild start to the year with site hold ups and bad weather.

Chris Frediani is joined one more time by Nick Knowles so that they can discuss getting older and the aging workforce in construction. John Thomson from The Fast Show, 24 Hour Party People & Cold Feet joins in to share what he's noticed about getting older and how to avoid becoming too much of a grumpy old man. John Bedford, an 89 year old Tradesperson who has been plastering since 1965 joins...

Chris and Nick share some unbelievable stories, moments and situations from their decades together on DIY SOS. They invite Fix Radio presenters, Danny Madden, Andy Cam, Steph Leese to join them and share a few of their own stories from their experiences on the tools and DIY SOS Designer, Gordon Whistance joins to share some of his.

Chris Frediani is joined by Nick Knowles so that they can discuss the recent run of projects completed, Chris gets honest about some of the stress involved with running his business recently, Chris and Nick read your comments on spray applied plaster and also try to pronounce some tricky words and phrases.

Chris Frediani talks to a Builder who is sick of seeing lime specialists having a go at others taking on aspects of lime work. Chris also gets the perspective of a lime specialist and also talks to Decorator Sian Francis about a new string to her bow that has aspects of Venetian Plastering at the heart of it. Guests also include: Builder, Paul Frisby & Lime Specialist, Duncan Cowper.

Chris Frediani looks into what tradespeople think is worthwhile or a waste of time. Chris talks to Gary Blackburn from British Gypsum to get a Plastering angle, Asks TV Interior Designer and DIY SOS Crew Member, Gordon Whistance for his thoughts and catches up with fellow Fix Radio Presenter, Paul Meenan.

Chris Frediani talks to tradespeople with both good or bad experiences creating partnerships in the trade. Chris asks for advice and insight from those that have made it work in how to find success with partnerships and what the benefits can be. However, many believe trade related business partnerships are doomed to fail and Chris also looks into some bad experiences. Guests: Robin Clevett, Danny...

Chris Frediani looks into how to book work in and the approach to managing your diary so that you never let people down and don't catch yourself out. Chris talks to Plasterer Steph Leese about her approach and then throws the topic out to other trades so that he can compares notes with regards to the Plasterers approach. Guests also include: Carpenter & Builder, John Argyle as well as Jon Grah...

Chris Frediani talks to Groundworkers about what it's like to work in their trade and why they're underrated and undervalued. Chris talks about his experiences with Groundworkers on DIY SOS and chats to them about the Groundworker's experience on site, the machines, the stuff you find, the dangers and more. Guests: Tom Scott, Julian Perryman & Andy from S&D Paving.

Chris Frediani talks to regular guests, Joel Cooke and Chris Powell about how business was for them in 2025, what they get up during this time of year where demand is a bit lower and also what the plan is for the year ahead. Chris also talks about where demand is in the market at the moment, whether some need a re-think of how they bring in work, bringing in new people, new vans and more! 

Chris Frediani looks into how 2025 has been for business - from the sole trader to the big company taking on many aspects of plastering. Chris looks into what spreads has had success with, what the challenges have been and also gives a bit of a look head to next year, for the wider trade. Guests: Carl Ruane, Jon from DCL & Ainsley Smith.

Chris Frediani talks about Sprayed Cork Coatings and gets an update from two guests who joined the show a few years ago to talk about it.

Chris Frediani talks to Marc Blair from Essex Plastering Solutions about his business and experiences in the trade. Marc talks about how he got into the trade and then his journey to setting up his business today. Marc and Chris talk about the trial and error that goes into winning work, finding good people to work with you, managing finances, vehicles and more.

Chris Frediani talks to Producer Claire about the work that goes into planning and bringing this project to life on TV. Claire also talks about the logistics and help needed by the community to make the build happen. Chris talks to a resident on the street about what it's like being part of a DIY SOS build taking place on the street you live on.

Chris Frediani catches up with the unsung heroes of DIY SOS builds and talks to a groundworker (Andy) about the work that's ongoing and challenges created by weather. Chris also finds a Plasterer (Adam) and asks him about the project and also about the success he's had bringing sprayed cork into his business. 

Chris Frediani brings you a DIY SOS special episode from his home turff in Devon where they're trying to help the grieving family of a tradesperson who sadly passed away a few months ago. Chris talks to Nick Knowles about the concept and story, Project Manager Tom explains what the build has been like to oversee so far and Gordon Whistance gives a complete rundown with regards to design and ongoin...

Chris Frediani invites tradespeople to join him and share bad examples of when they've seen others treat a customer's home like a building site. Fix Radio Presenter, Clive Holland talks about why it's so important to treat a customer's home with respect and some of the shocking examples he's seen of others letting themselves down in this way. Chris chats to Devon based Plasterer, Barry Warman abou...

Chris Frediani talks to those in the trade who are taking on a lot of Silicone Rendering jobs. Chris looks into why it's becoming more popular, how to learn the skills and get set up to start offering it to customers as well as working with materials and machines. Guests: Blaine Gray & Marc Blair.

Chris Frediani talks to Plasterers about the habits they've formed and the bad habits they've addressed that can affect their working experience. Chris covers everything from what we eat and drink while at work to the pub culture in the trade and alcohol and smoking. Guests: Joel Cooke, Neil Cox & John Lockyear.