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Tommy Walsh's Eco House

2007 - 2007

Introduction

3rd October 2007

Episode 1

The DIY guru attempts to build an affordable eco-friendly home in 60 days with a limited budget.

Installing Rainwater-Harvesting Drainage System

10th October 2007

Episode 2

The team installs the rainwater-harvesting drainage system, which supplies the toilets, washing machine and dishwasher.

Block-And-Beam Floor Delay

17th October 2007

Episode 3

With the block-and-beam floor nowhere to be seen, the team tries to come up with a solution to allow the bricklayers to begin their work.

Damp-Proof Membrane & Thermal Blocks

24th October 2007

Episode 4

To improve the house's energy efficiency, a damp-proof membrane is laid to prevent heat loss and thermal blocks are used instead of concrete increasing, the house's thermal efficiency.

First-Floor Joists & Timber Frame Roof

31st October 2007

Episode 5

The joists for the first floor are installed along with the timber frame that forms the basis of the roof. And the team try to eat doughnuts without licking their lips.

Polyurethane Wall Insulation

7th November 2007

Episode 6

Polyurethane wall insulation is added, and the team considers installing supportive wooden pegs called 'nogs'.

Roof Slates & Solar Panels

14th November 2007

Episode 7

The roof slates and solar panels are fitted to the house, and the team learns the property will be the most energy-efficient in the Fens.

Exterior Cladding & Under-Floor Heating

21st November 2007

Episode 8

The house starts to take shape as the exterior cladding is fitted and the under-floor heating is installed.

Rooms Boarded & Special Water Tank

28th November 2007

Episode 9

The rooms are boarded in preparation for plastering, and a special water tank becomes the latest environmentally friendly addition to the project.

Completing The Project

5th December 2007

Episode 10

With the deadline looming, there's still a lot to do. Tommy and the team work on the fitting the staircase, tiling, electrics and plumbing in a bid to complete the project.

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Tommy Walsh•Will Shanahan

TV DIY star Tommy Walsh is set the challenge of a lifetime. In this series we see Tommy and his team push their talents right to the edge, going beyond anything he has previously attempted on TV.....to build an eco-friendly house in 60 days for £60K!

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