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Cleaning and maintaining ceramic tiles
The advantage of ceramic tiles is that they are very low maintenance, they are also more durable than other types of tiles. Ceramic tiles are made of natural particles and glazed, providing them with a protective barrier from chemicals, dirt and stains. When a stain forms it’s important to clean it up quickly to reduce […]
Choosing which type of tile to use
Tiling describes a durable material laid in rows over a surface and there are endless types of tiles in all shapes, sizes and materials. You can tile with anything from seashells to natural stone, but materials differ in their durability. To help you decide what material to tile with answer these three questions. What is […]
Cleaning and maintaining travertine or natural stone
Tiles are a durable and long lasting flooring or wall finishes, that are easy to maintain. However, depending on the material of the tile, they will require specific maintenance and cleaning products to keep them in good condition. Travertine and natural stone are becoming increasingly popular flooring choices, because of their long lifespan and durability. Travertine is […]
How to prolong the life of your flooring
If you’ve invested in new floors, you want to ensure that they last as long as possible. Whether you’ve got oak floors, carpet or linoleum, there are some tricks to make them retain their original style. Oak floors For oak floors, you need to be extra careful. Avoid scratches and keep the surface damage to […]
Eco flooring
If you’re thinking about going green, there are plenty of sustainable options for your floors. Cork and bamboo, might be the most common alternatives, however, there are other materials too, such as wool and reclaimed flooring to consider. Cork is a sustainable material, as the cork tree, which is stripped of its cork every ten […]
What you need to know about family friendly flooring
If you have a family and are looking to change or update your flooring, then there are two main things to think about: budget and durability. Your flooring needs to be able to withstand a lot of footfall and be extremely durable, so it’s not damaged by stains, dents or liquids easily. Consider how much […]
Porches
Porches add extra warmth and security to a home and they can also increase a property’s appeal and value. If you want to build a porch onto your home you are free to do so without planning permission. Porches are considered to be permitted development and so long as your home is not a listed […]
Exterior walls
If you are planning to repair an exterior wall of your property, carry out routine maintenance or minor improvements such as painting your house, you do not need to seek planning permission from your Local Planning Authority. However, this does not apply to listed buildings and certain buildings within a conservation area. General building planning […]
Extensions
Building an extension is one of the best ways to increase the value of your home. Whether you want to extend your home to accommodate a state-of-the-art kitchen or create more bedrooms, an extension is the most practical way to increase space. In 2008, new regulations were passed which class house extensions as permitted developments, […]
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