General – Home&Build Blog

How to convert your basement into a beautiful bedroom

With the average price of a UK home now standing at £225, 995, many homeowners are choosing to dig down and convert their basements instead of moving. So, if you need an extra bedroom but you can’t afford a pricier...
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Bathrooms – Why electrics are not a DIY job

Bathrooms, General

Electricity is dangerous, but the law does allow DIYers to carry out simple jobs like replacing sockets and rewiring certain fittings. But when it comes to environments where water is involved, it is a job for a professional and you...
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Cellar conversion – following the rules

Cellar conversion, General

In the search for extra space in our homes, many of us are starting to turn to cellars. When previously they were seen as a somewhere to store wine due to the cold and damp, they are now being converted...
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How to warm up your bathroom for winter

Bathrooms, General

As autumn turns to winter, there’s nothing nicer than waking up to a cosy bathroom. But what if yours feels far from toasty? We’ve come up with a quick guide that will help you to banish those bathroom shivers for...
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Could an orangery be right for your home?

General, Windows, Doors & Conservatories

With their brickwork, glazing and stunning roof lanterns, orangeries add style, living space and natural light to any home, making them perfect for entertaining. Could an orangery be the ideal option for your family home? Here’s a quick guide to...
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A dilapidated waterside home becomes a luxury retreat

Case Studies, General

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Penzance, Driftways overlooks the Drift Dam, which was created to form a reservoir that would supply West Cornwall with water. Built in 1961 as living quarters for the water bailiff, the...
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