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Is 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

by Pipelife Ireland October 8, 2024, 11:34 am
in Free Content, Podcast, SB+ Podcasts

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

by Astrid Madsen September 27, 2024, 6:36 pm
in Company News, Free Content

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

by Kore Retrofit August 22, 2024, 3:47 pm
in Company News, Free Content, News

Ask 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

by Ask An Architect August 19, 2024, 1:28 pm
in Company News, Free Content

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

by NorDan August 16, 2024, 11:41 am
in Advice, Free Content, Kitchen and bathroom designs, Sponsored Content, Working out your requirements

Tubs & 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

by Victoria Hunter August 14, 2024, 1:48 pm
in Company News, Free Content

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

by Trex Protect August 13, 2024, 11:40 am
in Free Content, News

Selfbuild show lands in Connacht in November

Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live has launched a brand new show to bring Ireland’s number one home building event to Connacht. Selfbuild Extend & Renovate Live Connacht will take place Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3, 2024, at The University of Galway Connacht GAA Airdome, Eircode F12 WF21. >> FREE tickets here << Self-builders […] More

by Astrid Madsen August 12, 2024, 3:42 pm
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in Advice, Basics, Budget & Financing, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Extension/Renovation Advice, Free Content, Heating systems, Pre design, Provisions for on-site electricity, water

Grants in Northern Ireland

A list of grants and financial incentives currently available to help with your self-build or home improvement project in Northern Ireland (NI) today. In this article we cover: When it comes to grants and financial incentives for self-builders in Northern Ireland, the options are unfortunately limited. While there are a handful of schemes aimed at […] More

by Heather Campbell August 6, 2024, 3:47 pm
in Advice, Choosing an architectural designer, Choosing external finishes, Choosing lighting, Choosing the bathrooms, Choosing the kitchen, Choosing wall and floor finishes, Choosing windows and doors, Designing the outside space, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Free Content, Kitchen and bathroom designs, Other key structural decisions, Sponsored Content, Ventilation

Guaranteed Irish: Build your home with trust

The Guaranteed Irish House Directory empowers self-builders with trusted local suppliers and sustainable solutions. Are you dreaming of building your own home or retrofitting your current one? Look no further than the Guaranteed Irish House website—the ultimate resource for self-builders in Ireland. Launched in 2019 by Minister for Housing, Local Government, and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien […] More

by Guaranteed Irish July 18, 2024, 1:00 pm
in Advice, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, Free Content, Renewables & Sustainability, Sponsored Content, Ventilation, Ventilation and heating systems: Watchpoints

BEAM: Your guide to energy efficient ventilation

The BEAM guide to energy efficient ventilation in dwellings, including building regulation requirements and best practice advice. For many years, homes in Ireland and the UK have been ventilated via natural air infiltration. The result of this has been high energy consumption for space heating (which accounts for over 50 per cent of the energy […] More

by BEAM Vacuum & Ventilation July 18, 2024, 9:27 am
in Company News, Free Content

Doorways launches new door with sleek and sturdy design

If you need an internal door that delivers on aesthetics and sound insulation, check out Doorways’ latest offering – the New England door.Designed for durability and lasting beauty, the New England door boasts a sturdy particle board core that offers excellent strength and sound insulation, making it the perfect choice for bedrooms, home offices and […] More

by Doorways July 17, 2024, 12:10 pm

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