February newsletter

Here's our February edition of Bricks and Mortar where amongst other features, we discuss the ups and downs of DIY and the decline of formal dining.

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Bricks and Mortar


We hope you're having a great start to 2009!

Welcome to your next issue of Bricks and Mortar where you can find amongst other features:

1. The ups and downs of DIY
2. Our latest research
3. Seasonal hints and tips

Best wishes,

Sophie Griffiths, Editor.
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Tradesperson of the month
Darren South of D.S Carpentry

Darren and his family Darren talks to us this month about carpentry.

"I'm a self employed carpenter/joiner and have been in the trade for over 17 years. I have extensive experience in all aspects of carpentry and joinery..." Read on
Features
The ups and downs of DIY: when is DIY a better option? Read more.
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Mini Poll
You've got a chipped wall that needs plastering. What would you do?
1. Cover it up with wallpaper and hope for the best
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Our Research
Thanks for all your responses to last month's survey where you told us which room you were planning to renovate next.

Take a look at what we found.