Home Improvment

Effortless window cleaning just got even easier
Following on from the launch of its ground breaking Window Vac, Kärcher – leading cleaning specialist – is excited to launch a full range for the Window Vac line.

Allan Brothers raises the profile of timber products at homebuilders’ show
Timber window and door manufacturer Allan Brothers has launched its latest campaign to promote wooden products at the National Home Building & Renovating Show.
‘Little jobs’- 131 million little jobs racking up in Britain’s homes
Brits currently have 131 million ‘little jobs’ to do around the house – but little time to do them, research has found.
DIY Britain: it's all about home improvement this Easter
Nearly half (45%) of Brits are planning to spend at least some time this Easter doing DIY, according to Nationwide Building Society.

The smarter way to keep warm
With the last few winters in Britain being colder than the average, and energy prices continuing to soar to record levels, UK homeowners can be forgiven for feeling a little blue at the prospect of turning up the radiators to keep warm and cosy.

New smartphone app offers clearer thinking for homeowners
Saint-Gobain Glass (SGG) has utilised the latest technology to help homeowners understand the importance of fitting the correct glass in their new windows.

Why your conservatory could be leaving you out in the cold
With the UK still in the grip of a housing market slump and the cold snap biting hard, it seems that homeowners are increasingly looking to transform their homes into cosy and inviting places that they can relax in.
Simple tricks that can help your house maintain its heat
After a freezing Christmas and an extremely cold and windy start to the New Year, homeowners have finally started to learn from their heating mistakes.

Britain’s to-do list - Our stocked-up household chores
The average busy Brit currently has 12 jobs which need doing around the house, new research revealed.
Homeowners urged to take advantage of Green Deal scheme
Manchester based energy efficiency company Green Deal Solutions is urging homeowners to take advantage of the recently announced funding allocated to kick start the government’s Green Deal scheme.
Hate rising energy costs? Green Deal With It
The Green Deal goes live today, giving people the opportunity to transform their homes by paying for energy efficient home improvements with the savings on their energy bills.
Over 50s homes need a helping hand
The challenge of austerity and home repairs leaves many with a home headache. Around two and a half million over 50s say that their home is in need of repair, but they cannot afford to do the work, according to research for the Saga Equity Release Advice Service.
Underfloor heating provider launches new website
An underfloor heating provider has announced the re-launch of its new website this month, to coincide with its tenth anniversary of trading online.
UK Oak Doors to launch live Treatex Oil Calculator
Warwickshire based UK Oak Doors has announced its partnership with Treatex Hardwax Oils, and is launching a brand new oil coverage calculator to celebrate, making it even easier to judge how much oil is needed for a particular project.
Homeowners’ concerns drive popularity in building work warranties
The Federation of Master Builders subsidiary Build Assure has seen a significant increase in the number of domestic building warranties being taken out by homeowners looking to protect their home improvement investments.