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Tips for Renovating A Small Space
A crucial consideration of a small, inner city renovation is how to maximise space and light. Here are seven simple tips to create the illusion of a spacious, bright home when undertaking a makeover...
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Varnish versus Oil
In this blog, we take a brief look at the benefits of using oil instead of varnish to protect your woodwork..
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Selecting the Right Roof Tiles
The choice of roof covering is just as important as the layout of a property, as it needs to reflect and enhance the eventual look of any home. We explore the choice of materials..
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Investigating Damp Chimney Breasts
Chimney breasts, walls and fireplaces showing wet patches or unsightly staining are signs of an underlying problem with damp. So what is causing it?
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Ensuring an Eco-Friendly Renovation
Carrying out any property renovation can be stressful, but how can you make sure that you are carrying out the work in the most eco-friendly way?
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Property Guardians: An Innovative Solution to Vacant Buildings
Vacant buildings not only attract vandalism and illegal activities, but they also become eyesores that contribute to the deterioration of the surrounding area. However, a novel solution has emerged in recent years - property guardianship.
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Combination Boilers
It is no mean feat to decide which boiler will fit either your home or your renovation project, here are a few facts about combi boilers to help you make the right choice.
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Paving the Way for Porcelain
Porcelain tiles are the new kids on the block. This year has seen a dramatic rise in their use by domestic and contract customers. But are they any better than ceramic?
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Breaking the Mould
It’s more than likely that a property owner will experience surface mould at least once during a lifetime. In this blog we look at methods to remove and prevent it.
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Stone Wool
Tragic events over the last few years have heightened awareness of homeowners to the importance of safety of materials used in the building trade. Savvy homeowners may also wish to know just how their choice of insulation will perform over time and what kind of sustainability credentials it has.
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Brightening up Battered Bricks
A big difference can be made to the exterior walls of your home without necessarily having to do a complete renovation job, we explore the options.
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How to Avoid Cowboy Builders
Choosing the builder for your renovation project is one of the biggest decisions you have to make. Here are five tips to help you find a builder that won’t let you down.
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Looking after the Neighbours
Renovating a property without considering the impact on your neighbours could prove to be a costly and stressful oversight, so how can it be avoided?
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Restoring Original Oak Beams
Original oak beams are a stunning feature of many historic properties, but have you got the skills and the patience to restore them to their former glory?
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How to Live on a Building Site
The builders are coming and you have decided to live in the house during the renovation. Here are five simple tips to help you survive living on a building site.
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Simple Guide to Property Auctions
Auctions are an alternative source of rundown houses, but not without risk.
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