Practical home improvement notes from our team

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Doors French doors vs sliding doors for rear openings 27 March 2026 Both open a home to the garden. The better choice depends on furniture layout, stacking space and how wide you want the clear opening. Read article

• Seasonal Summer overheating and how glass specification helps 20 March 2026 Larger glazed openings are wonderful until July sun turns the lounge into a greenhouse. Plan the glass early.
• Windows Bay windows: repair, replace or refresh? 13 March 2026 Bays define many local street scenes. They need careful measuring and a plan for the roof and cheeks as well as the glass.
• Advice Choosing handles and hardware that age well 6 March 2026 Small fittings get used every day. Specifying them carefully avoids loose handles and tired finishes a year later.
• Windows Can new windows really lower energy bills? 27 February 2026 They are not a miracle boiler replacement, but poor glazing is a common reason rooms never feel warm.
• Advice How long does a typical window installation take? 20 February 2026 Most replacement jobs are measured in days, not weeks — but the exact programme depends on access and the number of openings.
• Seasonal Spring window maintenance tips from the fitting team 13 February 2026 A short seasonal service keeps hinges, seals and drainage slots working and helps you spot problems early.
• Extensions Porch additions that earn their keep 6 February 2026 A well-planned porch shelters the entrance, adds storage and can improve the thermal line of an older front door.
• Joinery Fitted bedrooms that actually create storage 30 January 2026 Loft conversions and box rooms work harder when wardrobes are built around the shape of the room rather than fought against it.