Five tips for renovation rookies from The Block's Ben and Andy

They're the Geelong double act who make us laugh out loud every week on The Block, but Ben and Andy are also the show's self-confessed underdogs.

The duo — who are taking some time off teaching to help restore Port Melbourne's soap factory — say their can-do attitude and willingness to learn has kept them from falling flat so far. And they've also picked up a trick or two from the experts, judges and other Blockheads.

Here the boys share their top tips for getting your first renovation right...