May

28

The costs of DIY

Have you got some DIY in mind this weekend? Traditionally, the Bank Holidays see many people heading to the DIY stores to embark on home improvement projects.
Make sure you’re prepared, as a 2010 report from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents http://www.rospa.com/FAQs/Detail.aspx?faq=221 highlighted some potential personal costs for DIY that some may [...]

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May

15

‘Kerb appeal’ keeps up the value of your property

We wait to see what affect the coalition government will have on the housing market in the UK, but it’s predicted that some stability will return to the sector now the country has a leader in place. If you’re thinking that it’s time to move, what can you do to get your home ready to [...]

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May

6

A vote for a greener home?

In a few hours we will know the outcome of the General Election. It’s the closest call for 36 years and no one can predict with any confidence which of the three main parties will win.The run up to the election has caused the property market to freeze, but promises made by all the major [...]

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December

18

Professional Planning – Part 2

Once you have planned the space, you will then need to create a furniture layout plan.  Things to consider include: seating for how many people; size of bed/pull-out sofa in the guest room; how much storage is required; and if you want to invest in built-in cabinets or purchase furniture that can be moved. After [...]

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December

16

Professional Planning – Part 1

No matter how small the project, when it comes to renovating and decorating, a much better result can be achieved if the entire project is planned at the outset with a professional team.
A polite word of warning, please do not think a contractor can come in straight away and re-create the room of your dreams!
The [...]

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December

2

Wallpaper of the future!

We would like to introduce you to liquid textile wallpaper which is 100% cotton-cloth!
This spreadable textile wall-covering provides an aesthetic appearance which is far superior to traditional methods.  It offers the best choice for covering the internal walls of homes, offices, shops and shared community areas.
Do we hear you say why?
There is a whole list [...]

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November

25

How we will survive the recession

There is no denying that tough times are here and ahead.  The building industry has been badly hit, and as a painting and decorating company we have to work extra hard to keep up the flow of projects.
 We have always prided ourselves on our high standard of quality workmanship and solid work ethic. This is [...]

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November

24

Green Paint – are you sure?

Do you think that choosing paint only involves picking a colour?  Sadly you are mistaken!
Choosing paint has become a lot more complicated, as a result of new information which shows that traditional paints continue to release toxic fumes into the air long after they are first painted and we eat, sleep and live in these [...]

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