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Which brickwork pointing styles are best for historic or contemporary buildings?

By Pete Wise published

Many different styles of pointing can be used to create the mortar joint between bricks. We asked bricklayers about the unique history, appearance and uses of six styles.

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Pivot House: A rare Paragraph 84 home with a striking gabion wall exterior

By Joseph Mullane published

The Pivot House is an example of a Paragraph 84 where special planning exemption is given for unique homes in green belt areas

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black windows with yellow window sill and walls

Painting exterior window sills: 4 easy steps to success

By Steve Jenkins published

Painting exterior window sills can help transform the outside of your home, adding style and kerb appeal. We reveal 4 steps to a smooth, long-lasting finish

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Best exterior wood paint guide

Best Exterior Wood Paint: 6 Top Finishes for Doors, Windows And More

By Steve Jenkins published

Discover the best exterior wood paint to add style and substance to your paint project

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a traditional brick house design

Brick Houses: 12 Exterior Cladding Ideas

By Amy Reeves published

Brick houses are a firm favourite among self-builders and extenders — find out how can you make the most of this material

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brick tinting being applied to a new extension

Brick Tinting: How to Re-Colour Exterior Brickwork

By Claire Lloyd published

Brick tinting can provide a solution to mismatched brickwork from repairs or a new extension. Here's what you need to know

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An Amazing Riverside Self Build on a Brownfield Plot

8 Homes With Unforgettable Exteriors

By Sarah Handley published

Wow-factor. Statement. Je ne sais quoi. There are many ways to describe the incredible exteriors of these self build projects, but we’re sure we can all agree they are unforgettable

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Thanks to the team at Roderick James Architects, a previously dated property has been transformed by the addition of a two-story extension and single-storey veranda

Exterior Makeovers Design Guide

By Daisy Jeffery published

Updating the outside of your home can add value and kerb appeal. Follow this guide to giving your property a exterior makeover

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