Block paving has become increasingly popular for outdoor surfaces, offering versatility and style. Whether it's for driveways, patios, or pathways, block paving provides numerous advantages that make it a top choice for homeowners. Let’s look at why it's worth considering for your next outdoor project. 

Is your garage one of the millions across the UK that go underutilised? There are many reasons why garages aren’t used for cars, but the main reason is that they aren’t big enough to comfortably fit your vehicle. Whilst they may not be big enough for your family saloon, they're plenty big enough to add livable space to your home and improve your lifestyle! This blog will discuss four fantastic benefits of converting your garage to maximise space and value: expanded living area, increased property value, versatility, and cost-effectiveness. 

Damp is a common problem in many homes, particularly in older properties, and will lead to a range of issues including damage to walls, floors, and ceilings if left unattended. It can even lead to health problems caused by mould spores. Damp proofing is the process of preventing moisture from entering your home, and there are several different methods that can be used to achieve this. 

Cellar conversions are a great way to add extra living space to your home. Whether you want to create a new bedroom, a home cinema, or a wine cellar, converting your cellar will transform an underutilised space into a valuable and functional living area. Here are four great ideas to inspire your cellar conversion project: 

Mould isn’t just unpleasant and unwelcome, it’s dangerous. Some household moulds release dangerous toxins into the air that cause allergic reactions and even lead to long-term health problems. Furthermore, if left unchecked, it will cause damage to the organic structure of your home. 

There are many reasons you might be considering the value of your home. Whether you’re thinking about putting your house on the market or just want to make the most of your property, these tips will help you make your property more valuable. 

 

From free or inexpensive improvements to projects that require investment, we’ll look at several ways to add value to your home.. 

Christmas is nearly here, and excitement is building. Everyone is looking forward to being ho, ho, home for Christmas. It’s that time of year when family and friends gather across the country to eat way too much food. It’s a lovely period but it can be quite stressful. Here are a few tips to make your house as Christmassy and homely as possible. 

Just because it’s winter, doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy your garden. In fact, those outdoor evenings will be some of the best. Do you want to entertain, or would you rather enjoy the space all by yourself?  

 

Create a cosy winter paradise by implementing a few of the following suggestions. 

The days are getting shorter, and the temperature is plummeting. The season for winter coats and hot chocolate is almost in full swing. You might thoroughly enjoy winter, unfortunately, so does damp. 

 

There are some types of damp that thrive in wintry conditions. The colder temperatures, central heating and increased rainfall create the perfect environment for it to run rampant. 

It’s getting to that time of the year when darkness falls a little sooner and the cold starts creeping in. Many of us love the feeling of the crisp, autumn air. It’s a beautiful time of year. However, autumn will be over before we know it. 

 

Winter is approaching and given the predicted rise in energy bills, it’s understandable that people are feeling apprehensive. There are steps we can take to make sure our homes are ready for winter and don’t cost the earth to heat.