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October 10, 2015

How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

Energy efficiency is – or should be – a pressing concern for homeowners.  Wasting energy harms the environment, but it harms your wallet, too.  It’s more difficult, after all, to heat a building from which heat is able to constantly escapee.  It’s like trying to carry water in a leaky bucket. ...

October 01, 2015

What Type of Door Do I Need?

Find out whether a Bifold, French, Folding French, Sliding, or Single door is right for your next project.

September 25, 2015

How to Replace a Door Frame

How to Replace a Door Frame

September 17, 2015

How to Correctly Hang & Install a Door

Interior doors can last for a very long time, and can be easily given a new lease of life just by changing the handles or giving them a lick of paint. However, sometimes you will want to replace them – perhaps you want a completely new design, or the door that is in place right now is warped or damaged. Replacing a door can be a tricky project, and ideally you should have someone with you when you do it, since some doors can be surprisingly heavy. Here are some tips for fitting a new door. ...

August 20, 2015

Movie Characters in Their Day Jobs

You’ve all seen the films: ...

August 08, 2015

Wood Door Treatment: How to Protect and Maintain Wooden Doors

Learning how to maintain wooden doors is a great way to ensure your exterior doors last many years and add to the aesthetic appeal of your home. If you are thinking of selling your property in the near future, then it is a good idea to look after your exterior wooden doors. They're the first thing prospective buyers will see so they are an important part of your home's kerb appeal. A well-maintained outside wooden door will create a great first impression for people who come to view the house. Exterior wood...

August 03, 2015

The Best of the Best Places to Live in the UK

Have you ever been confused by lists that judge the supposed ‘best places to live‘? ...

July 27, 2015

The Right Way to Paint a Door

The Right Way to Paint a Door

July 20, 2015

How to Clean External Doors & Windows Correctly

The first thing that anyone will see when they approach your home is the front door and any nearby windows. If you want to make a good impression then that door should look as clean as possible. Your front door is exposed to the elements all year round, and this means that it gets damaged by the wind and rain, and that it is exposed to dust, soot, petrol fumes and general grime. It’s only natural that it will start to look dirty pretty quickly. ...

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