1. GENERAL The following terms and conditions shall be deemed part of any contract made between Applicants for Stand Space (hereafter called “the Exhibitor”) and the Organiser, SelfBuild Ireland Ltd. (hereafter called “the Organiser”) at any exhibition run by SelfBuild Ireland Ltd. 2. ELIGIBILITY OF EXHIBITOR AND EXHIBITS Exhibitor applications will only be considered upon the merits […] More
It’s always a good idea to get at least three quotations, especially for an expensive finish like polished concrete – here we look at how much it costs in Ireland today. In this article we cover: I’ve gotten two quotes of €20k for polished concrete, 190sqm, new build, is that average? Keith says: Sounds reasonable, […] More
A heat pump can generate space heating, hot water, and cooling in a home. A heat pump is often combined with underfloor heating to distribute the heat but it can also be combined with radiators. Heat pumps are replacing boilers, as they rely on electricity instead of fossil fuels, to heat homes in Munster. Heat […] More
To celebrate 50 years of excellence in wastewater treatment, Klargester BioDisc has issued hundreds of Golden Tickets under the lid of its Domestic BioDisc units… For half a century, Klargester BioDisc has been at the forefront of domestic and commercial sewage treatment, revolutionising the way we manage wastewater. Join us in celebrating this milestone anniversary […] More
Find out what the kitchen trends are for 2024 and which ones will stand the test of time. Q: I’m excited to get started on my kitchen design and I’m wondering what the kitchen trends are for 2024? Jonny says: From the point of view of colour we’re seeing a move away from the blues […] More
In a new build, should I consider a decentralised vs a centralised ventilation system? Can it save on costs or are there any other benefits? Q: I would like to install a mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) system in the house I’m building and have been looking around at centralised systems, but today I […] More
Waterford kitchen company Envision Kitchens Waterford provides tips on how to find your perfect kitchen. What distinguishes an Italian kitchen from a German kitchen? Which kind of kitchen would suit your home and lifestyle? According to Rebecca at Envision Kitchens Waterford, these are the two most common questions their customers have. Italian kitchens are modern, […] More
Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) is a whole-house ventilation system and is considered to be the most energy efficient method of ventilating an airtight home. Here BEAM Vacuum & Ventilation explains the ins and outs of MVHR. New build homes are now being built to be as airtight as possible. Increased insulation and double […] More
New builds rarely have chimneys nowadays so what are your options when installing a stove in your home? Do I need a chimney to install a stove? Yes, but don’t worry if you don’t have one in your property! Nowadays, many stoves can be installed with a prefabricated flue system such as the Stovax Professional […] More
When influencer Caroline O’Neill took on her self-build project, she knew she was going to need advice from a company she could trust for her heating, plumbing and bathroom needs. That’s why she sought the help of Bassetts Bathrooms, Heating & Renewables Northern Ireland. When building a house, it goes without saying that you have […] More
EZ Living Interiors offers an interior design service to homeowners and home builders. Here, Northern Ireland interior design manager Ronnie Maghie chats through the benefits. Why hire an interior designer? At EZ Living Interiors, we are passionate about helping our customers to create spaces that they love coming home to. We understand that home is […] More
How much it costs to build a house in Ireland in 2023, according to the Selfbuild Cost Survey. In this article we cover: It’s true that relying on average costs to figure out what a self-build will cost you will only lead to confusion and disappointment. But we still thought we’d share what other self-builders […] More
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