Construction Materials Shortage Not as Worrying as Scarcity of Labour Jack Woodfield published 29 June 22 The construction materials shortage, price inflation and labour woes have created a perfect storm for the sector, industry chiefs say
Government Grant Will Not Meet Heat Pump Demand, Report Suggests Jack Woodfield published 29 June 22 The government’s new heat pump grant will benefit up to 90,000 homes, but this incentive might not be enough to satisfy demand
‘I Saved 40% on my Energy Bills After Installing Secondary Glazing’ Jack Woodfield published 28 June 22 A Manchester homeowner saw her monthly electricity bill drop from £450 to £230 after installing secondary glazed panels
Get Two Free Tickets to The London Homebuilding Show This Autumn Jack Woodfield published 27 June 22 Looking to bring your dream home to life? Get two free tickets to the next Homebuilding & Renovating Show and get one-to-one build advice
Government Pledges Self Build Delivery ‘at Scale’ in Response to Bacon Review Jack Woodfield published 24 June 22 The government has responded to the Richard Bacon review, with a commitment to ramping up the self build sector
First Lender Named for New Self Build Equity Loan Scheme Jack Woodfield published 24 June 22 Help to Build will be open to applications from Monday, and the first lender to offer mortgages under the scheme has been announced
Air Source Heat Pumps: The Ultimate Guide to the Pros & Cons By David Hilton published 29 June 22 Air source heat pumps are emerging as a low-carbon heating source of choice for homes. Our expert guide answers your questions and everything you need to know
How To Scribe Skirting Boards: Get The Perfect Corner Cut By Steve Jenkins published 29 June 22 Want to know how to scribe skirting boards? We show you how to get a flawless fit and tell you why they can be better than mitre joints
Gable Roofs Explained Plus Your Building Questions Answered By Amy Reeves published 29 June 22 Find out what gable roofs are, how they differ from other roof types, the pros and cons, and how to make the most of this design feature, with our expert guide
How Much Does Loft Boarding Cost? The Price of Extra Storage By Natasha Brinsmead published 29 June 22 Our loft boarding cost guide covers the practical aspects of this job and is a must-read for anyone considering adding more storage in their roof space
How To Paint Skirting Boards With Carpet: Keeping Them Clean By Steve Jenkins published 28 June 22 Follow our step-by-step guide on how to paint skirting boards with carpet down to get a professional looking finish and keep your carpet paint-free
Tiling Around a Window: A How-to DIY Guide to Get it Right By Steve Jenkins published 27 June 22 Need the know-how for tiling around a window? Follow our step-by-step guide to discover the best techniques to get a pro looking finish
How To Scribe Skirting Boards: Get The Perfect Corner Cut By Steve Jenkins published 29 June 22 Want to know how to scribe skirting boards? We show you how to get a flawless fit and tell you why they can be better than mitre joints
How To Paint Skirting Boards With Carpet: Keeping Them Clean By Steve Jenkins published 28 June 22 Follow our step-by-step guide on how to paint skirting boards with carpet down to get a professional looking finish and keep your carpet paint-free
Tiling Around a Window: A How-to DIY Guide to Get it Right By Steve Jenkins published 27 June 22 Need the know-how for tiling around a window? Follow our step-by-step guide to discover the best techniques to get a pro looking finish
How To Adjust Patio Doors: Tweak To Get The Perfect Fit By Steve Jenkins published 25 June 22 Need to know how to adjust patio doors? Our guide gives you the lowdown on how to realign your sliding, French and bi-fold doors so they shut properly
5 Types of Screwdriver Heads That Every DIYer Needs To Know By Steve Jenkins published 23 June 22 What are the different types of screwdriver heads? What do they do? What are they for? Which should you use? We give you the lowdown on the popular choices
Caulking Skirting Boards: A Quick and Easy DIY Guide By Steve Jenkins published 23 June 22 Discover how caulking skirting boards will help fill those awkward gaps to achieve a smooth, waterproof finish ready for painting, with our expert DIY guide
Dado Rail Ideas: How to Use This Detail to Transform a Room By Natasha Brinsmead published 28 June 22 If you are on the hunt for great dado rail ideas then you're in luck — we have all pulled together a collection of fantastic ways to treat this moulding detail
Mezzanine Bedrooms: How to Design a Split-Level Sleep Space By Amy Reeves published 28 June 22 Find out how to create a stylish mezzanine bedroom, with expert design advice and lots of project inspiration, in our guide
6 Project Lessons from a Double-Storey Extension to a Barn By Amy Reeves published 27 June 22 Tired of fighting for space and natural light in their converted barn, Chris and Sarah Dale added a two-storey extension that has transformed the way they live in their home
Bathroom Splashback Ideas: Practical Need Not Mean Boring By Natasha Brinsmead published 23 June 22 Our fantastic pick of bathroom splashback ideas is here to help you think beyond the usual patch of plain tiles stuck behind the basin
The 7 Best Strimmers for Professional Looking Borders By Jack Woodfield published 28 June 22 Beautify your outdoor space and try one of the best strimmers to easily trim and edge your lawn
Best Bifold Doors: Your Complete Buyer's Guide to Choosing By Natasha Brinsmead published 23 June 22 The popularity of bifold doors continues, due to their many benefits — with so many options available, our guide helps you choose the best bifolds for your home
The 5 Best Portable Air Conditioners to Efficiently Cool Your Home By Jack Woodfield published 23 June 22 Grab yourself one of the best portable air conditioners and keep your house breezy during the summer heat
Types of Skirting: How to Choose the Right Skirting Board By Neil Turner published 31 May 22 Finding the right types of skirting board will put the finishing touch on any room — discover different styles and how to choose with our expert guide
The 6 Best Plastic Sheds for Low-Maintenance Outdoor Storage By Jack Woodfield published 24 March 22 These are the best plastic sheds from Keter, Duramax and others to suit a range of styles and garden sizes
The 6 Best Garden Shredders for Churning Through Branches and Twigs By Jack Woodfield published 22 March 22 The best garden shredders do the hard work for you by easily disposing of your garden waste
