While there’s nothing funny about making a major mistake at work, some mess-ups are so bad they’re laughable.
That’s why those responsible for these calamitous constructions might consider hiding in the nearest skip bin before their colleagues catch sight of these catastrophes.
Welcome to the latest edition of Build-it’s “Building Blunders”, where we spotlight some of Australia’s most jaw-dropping missteps by tradies and home renovators.
This month, Build-it readers have treated us to insider views of their worksites, displaying some of the industry’s most cringe-worthy projects.
So, grab your hard hat and brace yourself for a chuckle as we dive into last month’s most memorable mishaps and finest f*ck-ups from Aussie tradies and DIY enthusiasts.
Carpentry Catastrophes
It might be one of the most critical aspects of any construction project.
Yet, as past editions of Build-it’s tradie troubles have shown, it’s surprisingly easy to botch.
These carpentry calamities will have you contemplating whether you really did need that hard hat to read this article after all…
Bathroom Balls-ups
The bathroom might seem like a straightforward space to tackle, but as these bathroom ball-ups prove, things often go awfully awry.
From troublesome tap work to terrible tiling and even poor pipework, these blunders will make you wonder whether some tradies only ever shower at the gym or just sh*t at work.
Kitchen nightmares
The kitchen is supposed to be the heart of the home, but as these kitchen nightmares reveal, it’s also a prime spot to dish up spectacular fails.
Calamitous cabinetry, shocking splashbacks, and uneven ovens are just some of the disaster recipes that will make you wonder how some workers make such big mistakes.
DIY Disasters
DIY projects are meant to be rewarding challenges, but as these attempts show, they can often result in chaos.
From diabolical doorknobs that defy logic to horrific HVAC setups that leave you shivering all year round, these dire DIY efforts will have you wondering which dummy said they’d be okay to ‘do it yourself’.
Poor pouring
A solid job is essential when pouring concrete, but tell that to the creators of these crack-up situations.
