Tag: Extending or Renovating

  • October 24, 2023
    Timber frame homes are built so that moisture doesn't go near the timber elements but how is timber treated to…
  • October 23, 2023
    Booking website Airbnb says it will fund restoration work and maintenance costs for historic homes in Ireland. In this article…
  • October 20, 2023
    Find out what type of timber is used to build structural timber frame walls, from CLS to engineered wood. In…
  • October 15, 2023
    What is timber frame, structural considerations, environmental considerations and how to design around the eco friendly building method. In this…
  • October 12, 2023
    Internal door inspiration for your new build or renovation project, from slimline to panel doors. In this article we cover:…
  • October 5, 2023
    Insulating Concrete Formwork (ICF) is seen as a surefire way to achieve an energy efficient home; here Andrew Stanway looks…
  • September 28, 2023
    How to build DIY French drains, arguably the simplest and possibly the oldest drainage system around. In this article we…
  • September 26, 2023
    A handy checklist of what needs to be in place before you start organising your build schedule, and what to…
  • September 26, 2023
    The grant to replace oil and gas boilers has been axed in NI due to 'budget constraints', as UK rolls…
  • September 22, 2023
    Why you need to go all in to reap the benefits of a passive house design. In this article we…