Steel yourself!
Steel is widely used throughout the construction industry, yet many of us overlook the potential of steel frame when self-building. You will actually be using it in one way or…
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Buying a half completed house
It may be tempting to buy what looks like a bargain – an incomplete house, but there are some essential checks you should carry out before you take the plunge.…
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Build cost estimator
The most commonly asked question nowadays is ‘how much does it cost to build a house?’ The answer to that of course is, ‘for what exactly?’ Anyone considering a self-build…
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Identifying Timber
There’s a lot of different types of timber out there but some household names you really should get acquainted with if you intend to build, extend or renovate your home.…
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Lifecycle series: Timber
The most versatile of building materials, timber is eco friendly (if responsibly sourced) and usually a pleasure to work with. Here’s the story behind nature’s gift, starting with the tiny…
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Get stuck in!
Building your walls out of hempcrete, or a mix of hemp stalks and a lime binder, is not only more environmentally friendly than building with many other materials, it’s also…
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