There aren’t many things that can make a room look unkempt and unwelcoming more than an ugly carpet. When your carpet was first installed, it was fluffy, thick and cosy underfoot. But as time has gone by, it’s likely lost a lot of its bounce and become flat and sad-looking. But that doesn’t mean you … Read more
If you have just had a brand new carpet installed, we would bet our bottom dollar that you can’t wait to start using the room. But one thing that a lot of people worry about is damaging their new flooring before they’ve even had a chance to show it off. Putting new furniture on freshly … Read more
When you think of a carpenter, you naturally think of someone that works with wood. But there are a lot of ways that wood is processed from its journey from the tree to a building or piece of furniture. You may be wondering where a carpenter falls into this process or asking yourself what do … Read more
Watering your garden is essential if you want anything to grow in it. Yes you can use things like a watering can or hose pipe but life is much easier when you install a garden sprinkler. The problem is that a lot of people are unsure as to the rules surrounding garden sprinklers. If you … Read more
If you are looking to get into some kind of plumbing work then you might have considered becoming a sprinkler fitter. This profession requires quite a lot including a knowledge of plumbing, attention to detail and usually, a form of transport. But one of the main questions that people want an answer to is whether … Read more
Getting your home to a desirable state through renovations requires a lot of hard work. Whether this is done by as a DIY project or by professionals, there’s a lot to consider. One thing most people do is lay new flooring. However, they will often find that the doors get in the way of the … Read more
One of the most common gripes for homeowners that have just had a new carpet fitted is that there isn’t a lot of clearance between it and the doors. This makes opening and closing the doors difficult. There are even plenty of stories where doors are completely jammed because of the thick new carpet. This … Read more
You might think that fitting a carpet looks like a simple enough job. But when you learn that carpet fitters have to undergo special training and education and use special tools, it soon dawns on you that this is a highly skilled job. Using the right tools makes carpet fitting much easier and ensures a … Read more
In the UK, one of the most common reasons for a dispute between neighbours comes over boundaries. There is a common misconception that the right boundary side of the property is your responsibility but this is not always the case. The only way to know which side you are responsible for maintaining is to check … Read more
When you think about outdoor maintenance, you don’t usually imagine doing much in the winter. Mowing your lawn, tending to your bedding plants and many other things are all exclusively done in spring and summer. But when it comes to things like installing a fence, the time of year doesn’t matter quite as much. But … Read more