How to Maintain Joinery

Posted on February 26, 2020 by darcy

If you’ve opted to have professional joiners craft a beautiful staircase, windows or doors for your home, you might be wondering how you can make sure they look great for years to come. While timber fixtures can last for a long time, there are some small amounts of maintenance you can do every so often to ensure their longevity and keep them from needing a replacement in your lifetime.

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What You Need to Know About Sash Windows

Posted on February 12, 2020 by darcy

Sash windows are a sophisticated, elegant addition to any property. Their function is just as important as their style. Often associated with Georgian, Regency or Victorian properties, you may think that sash windows are not appropriate for modern homes where double glazing is the preference. However, sash windows can still be used to create a beautiful, traditional style with all the modern inclusions that people expect from their windows.

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5 Popular Staircase Types and their Properties

Posted on January 8, 2020 by darcy

Nothing finishes off a home quite so effectively as a well-placed, exquisite staircase. The best thing about stairs is that they can be so varied in their style, making them not only ideal for a wide range of aesthetics but also perfectly suited to different kinds of properties. Many staircase types have been refined and developed over the years, and there are now many available styles to choose from.

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Benefits of a Wooden Staircase for Your Home

Posted on December 6, 2019 by darcy

Have you ever considered having a solid wooden staircase in your home? Timber staircases create a beautiful, rustic aesthetic that just can’t be achieved with other kinds of materials. It has been used for building homes for many centuries and can be used to craft truly bespoke pieces that are unique to your home.

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Care and Maintenance of Your New Oak Staircase

Posted on November 20, 2019 by darcy

A bespoke oak staircase can add a touch of traditional character to your home with its pleasing aesthetics. However, you may be wondering how you can ensure you properly take care of such a beautiful fixing.

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What’s the Best Wood for Interior Doors?

Posted on November 11, 2019 by darcy

Your interior wooden doors serve a variety of purposes. Firstly, they provide an aesthetic purpose, adding the pure beauty of wood to your interiors. Then there are the practical aspects of using interior doors for privacy and insulation. The right wooden door will combine aesthetic appeal with the ability to block sound transfer between rooms while regulating temperatures.

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Why You Should Choose Sash Windows

Posted on October 8, 2019 by darcy

Period features are all the rage in homes across the UK. Whether it’s high ceilings, classic fireplaces, wood beams or sash windows, people are continually opting to add these classic features into their modern homes to give them that extra touch of elegance.

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What is Causing the Housing Shortage in the UK?

Posted on September 10, 2019 by darcy

The UK is said to be amid a housing shortage crisis. House prices are higher than they’ve ever been – risen by over 160% since their low point in 1996 – and homeownership is the lowest it has ever been, with more and more young people struggling to raise funds to put down a deposit on a house.

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What are the Benefits of Bespoke Joinery?

Posted on July 31, 2019 by darcy

When you invest in bespoke joinery, you can guarantee that the fit, finish and craftsmanship are far superior to off-the-shelf-solutions. Yet “bespoke” has often come to be synonymous with “expensive”, meaning many people may opt to hire a carpenter instead of a joiner – and this is essentially the equivalent of hiring a house painter to paint the Sistine Chapel.

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Can uPVC Windows Be Used in Conservation Areas?

Posted on July 2, 2019 by darcy

If you live in a conservation area, you may not be able to replace your current timber windows with uPVC windows. Whether you want to give the windows an updated look or to get double or triple glazing fitted, replacing timber windows with uPVC in a conservation area can be tricky. You will certainly need to apply for permission from the council, and it may not be granted. Here’s a guide to everything you need to know about uPVC windows in conservation areas, and why they are not necessary.

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