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Kitchen island inspiration
If you’re thinking about adding an island unit to your new or existing kitchen, check out this guide for kitchen island inspiration. In this article we cover: Self-builders often place islands at the top of their kitchen wish list. As the name suggests, a kitchen island is a standalone countertop unit. These functional beauties not […] More
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What is a subfloor?
A quick guide to subfloors and their role in a self build project. In this article we cover: A subfloor is a critical structural layer in any building, placed directly on top of the foundations to provide a stable, flat base for the finished floor covering. It acts as the foundation for everything above, ensuring […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Extension/Renovation Advice, Free Content, Heating systems, Renewables & SustainabilityGrants in Wales
A list of grants, financial supports and initiatives available to help with your self-build or home improvement project in Wales. In this article we cover: While there aren’t many direct “grants” specifically for self-builders, there are various schemes and funding opportunities that can help reduce costs. Below is a list of potential funding sources for […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Extension/Renovation Advice, Free Content, Heating systems, Renewables & SustainabilityGrants in England
A list of grants, financial supports and initiatives available to help with your self-build or home improvement project in England. In this article we cover: While England has few direct grants specifically for self-build projects, there are several key initiatives and programmes that can help fund or reduce the costs of building or improving your […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Extension/Renovation Advice, Free Content, Heating systems, Renewables & SustainabilityGrants in Scotland
A list of grants, financial supports and initiatives available to help with your self-build or home improvement project in Scotland. In this article we cover: While Scotland has few direct grants specifically for self-build projects, there are several key initiatives and programmes that can help fund or reduce the costs of building or improving your […] More
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in Advice, Company News, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Free Content, Heat emitters, Heating systems, Sponsored ContentIs your home heat pump ready?
Discovering the perfect heat pump for your home will depend on how energy efficient it is in the first place. Here’s what you need to know about getting your home heat-pump ready, and what your options are. Join the growing wave of Irish homeowners embracing the dual benefits of slashing energy bills and reducing carbon […] More
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Ep78 – Show Highlights: Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live Belfast 2024
A snapshot of what to expect at Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live Belfast 2024, including testimonials from self-builders who attended the event and special offers from a few of the 150+ companies exhibiting at the show; clips from: Kitchen Pod, Breedon Tiles, 3DNA, SolarFix, Viltra, NIE Networks. Favourite More
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Barry Mc Carron appointed Managing Director of KORE Retrofit
Long-time contributor to Selfbuild magazine Dr Barry Mc Carron has been appointed managing director of KORE Retrofit. KORE Retrofit is a leading provider of sustainable retrofit solutions in Ireland. As its new managing director, Barry brings extensive experience in sustainable development, building energy performance, and project management to this pivotal role. Barry was also a […] More
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in Company News, Free Content, NewsAsk An Architect 2024: two months to go
Ask An Architect, organised by the Royal Society of Ulster Architects (RSUA) and the Jill Todd Trust, will run until the end of September 2024. If you’re in the process of thinking about a building project, regardless of its scale, Ask An Architect can offer you invaluable support and guidance, all the while helping a […] More
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NorDan’s new aluminium door range
Due to the demand for ever better insulation properties in front doors, the installation depth of the profiles and therefore also the thickness of the infill panels have increased significantly in recent years. Depending on the design and material of the infill panel and profile, and particularly in the case of dark colours and closed […] More
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in Advice, Free Content, Kitchen and bathroom designs, Sponsored Content, Working out your requirementsTubs & Tiles: Designing your dream space
Tubs & Tiles offers a bespoke bathroom design service; here’s how it works. The Tubs & Tiles bespoke design service includes 3D visuals, expert technical advice, layout design and guidance, scaled fitting plans, product suggestions and assistance along with a tailored quote with full price breakdown. So if you’re designing or renovating your bathroom, the […] More
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Extend the life of a deck with Trex Protect tape
A waterproofing solution for decking by Trex Protect is now available in Ireland from TJ O’Mahony. Today’s high-performance composite deck boards are warrantied to last for 25 years or longer. But what about the substructure material underneath? If the joists and bearers that support the deck are made of wood, they are likely to deteriorate […] More
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