Would you believe me if I said that many people have an untapped resource in their homes that is often overlooked and completely wasted? Sure, if you need space for a growing family or elderly relatives, many people decide on converting their loft into a living space. It could become a bedroom with en-suite bathroom … Read more
A fusebox, more commonly known these days as a consumer unit is an important part of your domestic electrical circuits. Previously, all wiring emanated from one central location, the fusebox. This ensured that if faults occurred in any circuit, the corresponding fuse would blow, rendering the circuit unusable until the user replaced the fuse. Unfortunately, … Read more
Most people agree that it is a wise move to reduce your heating bills. Not only does it give you more disposable income every month, but also it’s good for the environment. The best and easiest method to reduce energy loss in our homes is to insulate wherever we can. However, this doesn’t just mean … Read more
Installing a conservatory onto your home provides a useful and versatile extra room. Although the total installation cost of a conservatory won’t be less than a few thousand pounds, you will find that the extra space available will be worth every penny. A conservatory is a room made using a framework infilled with translucent panels … Read more
Block paving is a common sight in the residential areas of the UK. Furthermore, it sometimes seems that almost every house has a driveway or patio constructed from block paving. Why is block paving installation so popular? Firstly, they are readily available from garden centres, builders merchants and home improvement stores. They come in a … Read more
When you build a house or wall from stone, brick or concrete block (the ‘hard bits’) you need something soft and malleable to mould itself to the contours of the ‘hard bits’; will act as an adhesive to hold the ‘hard bits’ together; and to waterproof the joints between the ‘hard bits’. A professional will … Read more
If we own a house, there will come a time when we need to have some electrical work done. For some reason, the word ‘rewiring’ usually strikes fear into householders. They imagine huge bills and months of upheaval in the house as electricians rip up floorboards and knock the plaster off the walls. Yes, rewiring … Read more
Scaffolding is indispensable as safety and access equipment when working above head height. Many people look at the cost of scaffolding or staging and dismiss it, preferring instead to use a ladder. Working from a ladder wastes time and is often unsafe. The operative will balance on the rungs, only able to work with one … Read more
Karndean is a company who specialises in manufacturing luxury vinyl flooring. Vinyl is a durable and wear-resistant material perfect for making into floor coverings. The surface is softer than most other hard floor coverings and is very resistant to stains. Vinyl flooring comes in different thicknesses and qualities and this will determine its durability. Karndean, … Read more
Everyone needs somewhere to store their clothes, but sometimes a standard freestanding wardrobe won’t do at all, and in cases like these, you need to have a fitted wardrobe. Let’s take a look at your circumstances and the different potential problems before we move on and find out what types are available and how much … Read more
