Floor laying is one of those things that seems simple on the surface, but gets more and more complicated the deeper you look into it. If you’ve never laid a floor before, then the process might seem a little bit mysterious or daunting. And if you’ve only watched one being installed, it might even look […]
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Let’s face it, Christmas can be rough on your home. There are decorations to go up, more items to squash in, and people coming and going like a revolving door. Kids (and grownups) will spill things, the tree will shed needles everywhere, and mud will get tracked in whether you like it or not. And
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Ahh, electric underfloor heating. It’s a bit of a hot topic at the moment, and it’s still one of the more popular heating options for modern homes, or people going through remodels who happen to get cold feet a lot. This is mainly because it’s completely invisible once it’s installed and heats your home from
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Damp proofing is an essential step for every building. We’ve all seen the horror stories of rising damp causing mould, mites and all sorts of damage to the building structure. It’s such a big problem that damp proofing became mandatory in 1875. So if you’re doing any improvement works on your home (especially if it
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When it comes to flooring, the result is only as good as the preparation you put into it. It’s the most important step in having your new floor laid, and something you should never skip. A well-prepared floor can make cheaper floor coverings last longer and look better – but a badly prepared floor can
Anhydrite Screed Floor – Better Than Cement? Read More »
When you think of a floor, you probably think of the surfaces you walk on day in and day out. But this surface layer is just that – a surface layer, with many more layers hiding beneath it. These lower layers might not be visible, but they are incredibly important to ensure that your floor
Herringbone flooring is a very old flooring type that’s exploded in popularity in the past few years. We can’t blame people for wanting it! It’s elegant, stylish and very beautiful – but there are a few decisions you’ll need to make before you can get it fitted. So let’s start at the beginning, and look
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No one likes the idea of things living in their home (that aren’t you). And it’s even worse when the things are tiny, with many legs, and crawling around your floor where you can’t see them. Oh yes, today we’re talking all about bugs. And not bugs that are snug in rugs either – but
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When it comes to flooring, you have a lot of choices. From carpets to hardwood, laminates to vinyl tiles, it’s easy to get lost in the rabbit hole of styles, materials and finishes. But for people who love the look and feel of real wood floors, but don’t want the hefty price tag or the
Karndean vs Laminate – What’s The Difference? Read More »
It’s that time of year again! The tree is up, the music is blaring, and everyone’s getting ready for the festive break. And even though this year might look a little different than usual, there is no reason we can’t get into the Christmas spirit and enjoy spending some time with our family in our
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