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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Construction drawings, First fix: Watchpoints, Second fix: WatchpointsCost of plumbing and electrics
How much your plumbing and electrics will cost when building new or renovating in Ireland today. In this article we cover: Systems that run the house, from keeping your home supplied with fresh air to those that you use to heat both hot and cold water and the spaces you live in, from heating to […] More
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in Advice, First fix: Watchpoints, Foundations, subfloors and screeds: Watchpoints, Other key structural decisionsFloors with underfloor heating: watchpoints
Things to bear in mind when building your floors if you plan to use underfloor heating. In this article we cover: Underfloor heating (UFH) systems usually consist of hot water being fed through a series of pipes, known as a wet system, but can also utilise electric heating mats. Either system is used to heat […] More
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in Advice, First fix: Watchpoints, Foundations, subfloors and screeds: Watchpoints, Other key structural decisionsConcrete Types
Find out what type of concrete is suitable for the job at hand. In this article we cover: Specifying the concrete you’re going to be using can be a complex task, with five main methods for compiling the specifications. These are known as designated, designed, prescribed, standardised and proprietary. Every project has different requirements, so […] More
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in Block, Bungalow, Exteriors & Landscaping, First fix: Watchpoints, Landscaping: Watchpoints, New Build, On site, Projects, Second fix: Watchpoints, UlsterContemporary new build bungalow
This new build bungalow in Co Donegal features bespoke finishes on a budget and a stunning garden. In this article John Fingleton explains how he designed and built his new build bungalow, including: I’m a builder by trade so it was natural for me to choose to self-build,” says John. “I came across a site […] More
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in Basic site checklist, Before you start to dig, Block, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing an architectural designer, Choosing external finishes, Choosing the bathrooms, Choosing the kitchen, Choosing wall and floor finishes, Collating your ideas, Cost savers, First fix: Watchpoints, Joinery: Watchpoints, Landscaping: Watchpoints, Living Arrangements, New Build, Other key structural decisions, Planning red flags, Projects, Provisions for on-site electricity, water, Road openings, Roofing & External finishes: Watchpoints, Securing planning permission, Self-build Projects, Site access, Site assessment, The design brief and getting the space right, Two Storey, UlsterBuilding the tin house
Matthew and Hannah Sterrett of @ourweecountryhome share their story of building what they call the tin house: how it started and the obstacles they came up against. In this article they talk about: Contents Part 1 – Avoiding the rent trap – Skip to Part 1 Part 2 – The tin roof – Skip to […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Building methods, Choosing windows and doors, Design, Energy Efficiency, Airtightness & The Environment, First fix: Watchpoints, On site, Other key structural decisions, Pre design, Quality control inspections, Second fix: Watchpoints, The design brief and getting the space right, Windows and doors: WatchpointsStep by step guide to window design and installation
In this windows step by step guide, find out when and how to order your windows and what to expect at the end. In this article, we cover the stages of choosing and installing your windows including: Step 1: Design and shop around for your windows The planning stage is the best time to get […] More
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in Advice, Choosing the bathrooms, Design, First fix: Watchpoints, Interior Advice, Kitchen and bathroom designs, On site, Second fix: WatchpointsChoosing your sanitaryware
What’s in trend today may not be true of tomorrow, which is why most sanitaryware comes in white. It’s easier to develop your colour scheme with the flooring and wall finishes, along with towels and accessories that can be changed on a whim. But there’s no doubt the style of your sanitaryware will have a […] More
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in Advice, Choosing the bathrooms, Choosing wall and floor finishes, Design, First fix: Watchpoints, Kitchen and bathroom designs, On site, Second fix: WatchpointsBathroom tiles: design, cost and alternatives
You’ll be painting the ceiling, but your bare floor and walls will need a bit more thought. The go-to solution is bathroom tiles but there are alternatives… In this article about bathroom tiles and other floor and wall coverings, we cover: With the majority of bathrooms around 10sqm or less in area, the overall impact […] More
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in Advice, Budget & Financing, Choosing the bathrooms, Cost Series, First fix: Watchpoints, On site, Pre design, Second fix: WatchpointsBathroom costs and sequence of works
We look at bathroom costs for both new builds and existing homes; plus how to keep the budget under control with a step by step guide. In this article, we cover: It seems odd that a room where you spend so little time when you’re at home can involve so much expense per square metre […] More
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in Advice, Choosing lighting, Choosing the bathrooms, Design, First fix: Watchpoints, Kitchen and bathroom designs, On site, Second fix: Watchpoints, Ventilation, Ventilation and heating systems: WatchpointsBasic comforts
Ventilation, heating and lighting are vital to get right if you want a bathroom that’s comfortable to be in. That’s because poor or underpowered lighting will make the experience miserable, as will a cold or stuffy bathroom. Accommodating wiring isn’t usually as inconvenient as accommodating pipework but, again, having a precise location of where […] More
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in Advice, Choosing the bathrooms, Design, First fix: Watchpoints, Kitchen and bathroom designs, On site, Second fix: WatchpointsPlumbing your bathroom
What you need to know about bathroom plumbing for a new build including waste pipe routes and watchpoints on site. In this article we cover: Waste pipes Where you put your sanitaryware will depend on the waste pipes. The water supply pipes to most items is of secondary importance as they are much smaller […] More
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in Advice, Choosing the bathrooms, Design, First fix: Watchpoints, Kitchen and bathroom designs, On site, Second fix: WatchpointsHow to waterproof your bathroom
How to waterproof your bathroom, be it a wetroom or a standard bathroom with shower, and how to splash proof the rest of the space. In this article we cover: Wetrooms A wetroom is a bathroom dedicated to showering, but has no visible shower tray, whose walls and floor have been tanked like a swimming […] More
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