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!
Oct 3, 2007 - 25m
The DIY guru attempts to build an affordable eco-friendly home in 60 days with a limited budget.
Oct 10, 2007 - 25m
The team installs the rainwater-harvesting drainage system, which supplies the toilets, washing machine and dishwasher.
Oct 17, 2007 - 25m
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.
Oct 24, 2007 - 25m
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.
Oct 31, 2007 - 25m
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.
Nov 7, 2007 - 25m
Polyurethane wall insulation is added, and the team considers installing supportive wooden pegs called 'nogs'.
Nov 14, 2007 - 25m
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.
Nov 21, 2007 - 25m
The house starts to take shape as the exterior cladding is fitted and the under-floor heating is installed.
Nov 28, 2007 - 25m
The rooms are boarded in preparation for plastering, and a special water tank becomes the latest environmentally friendly addition to the project.
Dec 5, 2007 - 25m
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.
