Chris Frediani - Plastering Show

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Join Chris Frediani as he takes a look at all the latest topics from the world of plastering including product launches, top tips, and special guests. Chris will also be joined by some of the biggest names from across the industry giving their view on the latest news and developments.

  1. 21 de juny

    Time Management For Spreads

    Chris Frediani talks about managing time with regards to hours worked, time spent on the road and also how you can maximise efficiency for your spreads or yourself. Guests: Stu Roberts & Gary Blackburn.

    28 min

  2. 14 de juny

    Plasterers Share Their Best & Worst Customers

    Chris Frediani talks to Plasterers about their best and worst customers and customer experiences. Chris also shares a few of his own and asks Plasterers what the rudest or most entitled thing a customer has said to them is. Guests: Chris Powell, Barry Warman & Steph Leese.

    33 min

  3. 7 de juny

    Keeping Morale Up on Site

    Chris Frediani looks into how to keep morale up on site - especially when things don’t go to plan, exploring how positivity, communication, and strong leadership shape workplace culture in trade and construction. He’s joined by psychotherapist and author Enda Murphy, who shares practical advice on managing behaviour and building stronger team dynamics. Chris also speaks with Thomas Nagy and Jon Jaznick, who discuss hiring, leadership, and what it really takes to keep teams motivated under pressure.

    28 min

  4. 31 de maig

    It's Been HOT!!

    Chris Frediani talks to Alex Winters & The Tape Slayer, Leigh Griffiths about working through the hot weather this past week. Chris shares his own experiences and talks about the challenges this can create for the trade and business owners.

    23 min

  5. 24 de maig

    How Do We Get Paid?

    In this episode, Chris Frediani talks to Simon Green, Bob Hay and Lee Fennell about one of the most important parts of the trade - getting paid. They cover deposits, staged payments, upfront money, and the shift to digital payments, plus how each business handles pricing conversations and payment terms from the start. The guests also share how they deal with chasing late payments, what happens when clients don’t pay, and the red flags they now look out for before taking on a job.

    25 min

  6. 17 de maig

    Work-Life Balance & Hobbies

    Chris Frediani looks into the hobbies that spreads and fellow tradespeople do, finding out how they find a balance with work and their family life. Guests include Duncan Cowper, who is a specialist lime plasterer. Duncan joins Chris to talk about his motorsport journey, how he balances it with everyday life, the challenges of funding and sponsorship, and whether he hopes to turn his passion into a full-time career following being part of the TV Series: Born Mechanic. We also hear from Pointy Plumber - who discuss how he juggles his business and family life alongside social media, commentary work AND the InstallerSOCIAL. Finally, Chris is joined by Iain Cowie, who is a Scaffolder turned Property Developer. Iain talks about his passion for extreme running, the commitment and lifestyle it demands, and the positive effects it has on his well-being.

    32 min

  7. 10 de maig

    Building In Devon

    In this episode, Chris Frediani explores the opportunities in his hometown due to tourism. Joining Chris in this episode is John Butler - a builder from Devon who works across renovations of homes in the area. We also hear from Mark Revell from Olympus Building Supplies Ltd. Chris and Mark discuss rising material and fuel costs, supply and delivery challenges in Devon, local building trends, demand from newcomers and DIY renovators, rural logistics, and upcoming concerns in the building supply trade. Finally, we’ll hear from Andy Vallance of Peninsula Custom Construction LTD - who explores the demand from retirees and holiday homeowners in Devon, success in that market, renovation and property investment opportunities, and working with locals, farmers, and planning.

    39 min

  8. 3 de maig

    Big Challenges Faced By Builders?

    Chris Frediani talks to builders and finds out how tough it is for them out there currently after the FMB reported big hurdles for builders around material cost increases and wage hikes. Chris talks to Ben Rayner about his experiences with this and whether demand is slowing for him too. Chris invites Simon Hodson from Worcester to join him and explain why some issues for builders need to be addressed and talks about how tax is creating more challenges than ever before. Chris also invites DIY SOS Line Producer, Ally Jenkins onto the show to talk about how this could affect their ability to get the materials they need donated for future projects.

    36 min
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Join Chris Frediani as he takes a look at all the latest topics from the world of plastering including product launches, top tips, and special guests. Chris will also be joined by some of the biggest names from across the industry giving their view on the latest news and developments.

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