We’re on DIY SOS Ireland Tonight for Timber Frame Ireland’s Best Build Yet!
Catch us on RTÉ One this Sunday, 18th October at 6.30pm, on DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland!
The wait is nearly over! This Sunday, Timber Frame Ireland is incredibly proud to feature on RTÉ’s DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland, as viewers get to witness the extraordinary transformation of Hannah Leonard’s family home in Bray, Co. Wicklow.
After months of keeping the finished transformation under wraps, we’re finally getting ready to share one of the most memorable projects our team has ever been involved in!
From our Donegal factory to the DIY SOS site in Bray, Co. Wicklow, this was a project filled with tight deadlines, long days, incredible teamwork and one shared goal – helping bring Hannah home.
What Time Is DIY SOS Ireland On Tonight?
For everyone wondering when the new episode of DIY SOS Ireland is airing, here are the broadcast details:
- Programme: DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland
- Episode: Hannah Leonard’s Family Home, Bray, Co. Wicklow
- Date: Sunday, 18th October 2026
- Time: 6.30pm
- Channel: RTÉ One
- Timber Frame Supplier: Timber Frame Ireland
Keep an eye out for our Timber Frame Ireland team as we help bring this extraordinary project together!
A DIY SOS Build That Meant More Than Most
When the DIY SOS producers approached Timber Frame Ireland to step in as their new timber frame supplier, there was very little time to spare.
But after hearing Hannah Leonard’s story, there was never any doubt.
Hannah suffered life-changing injuries following a road traffic accident in Sicily in October 2024. The Leonard family’s home needed a significant transformation to provide an accessible, comfortable environment where Hannah could continue her recovery surrounded by those she loves.
As our Managing Director, Declan Bourke, previously shared:
“It was an immediate yes – we only had to hear Hannah’s story once.”
“This wasn’t simply another construction project. It was an opportunity to help a family fulfil their promise to bring their daughter home.”
Who Supplied the Timber Frame for DIY SOS Ireland?
Timber Frame Ireland, based in Donegal, was appointed as the new timber frame supplier for DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland, providing the closed-panel timber frame extension and roof structure for Hannah Leonard’s family home in Bray.
Our team was responsible for the design, independent structural engineering, manufacture, delivery, installation and certification of the new extension.
With an incredibly ambitious nine-day site programme, every hour counted.
Once the final drawings were approved, we had approximately one week to manufacture the entire structure in our Donegal factory before transporting it across the country to Bray.
Declan recalls:
“People probably don’t realise how much happens before a panel ever arrives on site.”
“The dimensions, the layout, the final design, the engineering – then to manufacture; everything is meticulously planned.”
And the clock didn’t stop there!
The installation was originally scheduled for a full day, but with site access delayed until approximately 2pm, the team suddenly had less than half a working day to complete the erection.
By the end of Day 1 (in just a few daylight hours!), the insulated and airtight timber frame extension was erected, and the roof was on – ready for follow-on trades to get straight to work.
Our factory-fitted service cavity meant electricians and plumbers could commence first-fix installations without compromising the airtightness layer – a major advantage on a project where every minute mattered.
Manufactured off-site. Delivered to Bray. Erected on Day 1.
That’s the beauty of modern closed-panel timber frame construction!
NEW: Behind-the-Scenes Photos from the DIY SOS Bray Build!
We’ve added more photographs from our time on the DIY SOS Ireland site, capturing some of the incredible work that went into bringing this project together.
From the manufacture of the timber frame panels in our Donegal factory to the deliveries, crane lifts, installation and teamwork on site, these photographs offer a little glimpse into what viewers can expect tonight.
And there’s still plenty more to come!
We’re especially looking forward to finally sharing the finished photographs of Hannah’s new extension and the completed Leonard family home once the episode has aired.
We’ve been waiting to show you the final transformation, and we think you’ll agree that the results are something special.
Hundreds of Volunteers. One Incredible Transformation.
Although we’re immensely proud of our team’s contribution, what made this DIY SOS project so memorable was the extraordinary community spirit.
Hundreds of volunteers, tradespeople, suppliers and local businesses came together, donating their time, materials and expertise to help the Leonard family.
From early mornings to late evenings, everyone had the same goal.
As Declan reflected:
“You remember the atmosphere. You remember everyone pulling together. You remember why you were there.”
“And that’s exactly what DIY SOS is all about.”
The Moment We’ve All Been Waiting For
One of the most rewarding updates since completing the build was hearing the wonderful news that Hannah was preparing to return home.
Her dad, Kevin Leonard, had previously shared the words that stayed with so many of us throughout the project:
“The finish line is in sight, and Hannah will be coming home.”
To know that our work helped make that possible means more to our team than any television appearance ever could.
As parents ourselves, this project struck a chord from the very beginning, and it’s an experience we’ll never forget.
Catch Timber Frame Ireland on DIY SOS Tonight – Sunday 18th October at 6.30pm!
We’re so excited for everyone to finally see what happened behind the scenes and witness the incredible transformation of the Leonard family home.
Tune in to DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland on RTÉ One, Sunday 18th October 2026 at 6.30pm!
Keep an eye on our website and social media channels following the broadcast, when we’ll be sharing:
- Exclusive photographs of the finished timber frame extension and completed build.
- More behind-the-scenes footage from our Donegal factory and the Bray site.
- A closer look at our closed-panel timber frame system and how it helped deliver the extension within such a short programme.
- Some of our favourite memories from this extraordinary experience.
A massive thank you to Baz Ashmawy, the entire DIY SOS production team, Sycamore Construction, every supplier, trade and volunteer, and most importantly, the Leonard family for allowing us to be part of their journey.
From everyone at Timber Frame Ireland – we’re so proud to have played our part. ❤️
Building better homes. Building brighter futures.
Frequently Asked Questions About DIY SOS Ireland
What time is DIY SOS Ireland on tonight?
DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland airs on RTÉ One at 6.30pm on Sunday, 18th October 2026, featuring Hannah Leonard’s family home transformation in Bray, Co. Wicklow.
Who supplied the timber frame for DIY SOS Ireland?
Timber Frame Ireland, a Donegal-based timber frame manufacturer, supplied, manufactured and erected the closed-panel timber frame extension and roof structure for the Leonard family’s DIY SOS build in Bray.
Who is the family featured on DIY SOS Ireland this Sunday?
The episode features Hannah Leonard and her family from Bray, Co. Wicklow, following a remarkable community effort to transform their family home into a more accessible environment following Hannah’s life-changing injuries.
How long did the DIY SOS Bray build take?
The DIY SOS Bray project had an ambitious nine-day site programme. Timber Frame Ireland manufactured the timber frame structure off-site in Donegal and erected the insulated and airtight extension, including the roof structure, within a few hours on the first day.
Where is Timber Frame Ireland based?
Timber Frame Ireland is based in Donegal and supplies insulated foundation systems, engineered timber frame homes, closed-panel timber frame systems and extensions to projects throughout Ireland and Northern Ireland.
