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Cedar vs Other Woods: Which Cladding Should You Choose?
November 1, 2024
Picking the right wood for your home’s exterior can feel overwhelming. Let’s break down how cedar stacks up against other popular wood species for cladding. Cedar stands out in the timber world for good reason. It’s incredibly stable and resistant to warping, even in Britain’s changeable weather. The natural oils packed into each fibre fight off rot and insects, giving cedar cladding an impressive 40-60 year lifespan. You won’t need to spend your weekends maintaining it either – cedar weathers…
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Could you live in a log cabin?
December 31, 2022
If you want an alternative home which is modern, spacious, and stylish, log cabins have taken the UK by storm. Whether it’s for a short break at the end of your garden, or a long holiday in the surrounds of idyllic countryside, not much will make you feel more at one with nature than a stay in a log cabin. But this relaxing lifestyle has led many of us to consider escaping into it altogether, but can you live in…
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Why is solid oak flooring so strong and robust?
November 23, 2022
Solid oak flooring is known for its strength, resilience and durability. It has a tight grain pattern that resists denting and scratching, while its natural oils help protect it from moisture and staining. Its dense nature also gives it excellent thermal and acoustic insulation properties, which means it will retain heat during cold spells, as well as reduce sound transmission between rooms or floors in your home. Oak is also a very versatile material that can be stained to match…
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Wooden garage doors are here to stay
October 12, 2022
Many traditional style houses still have wooden doors on the garages and when they need replacing house owners are choosing, instead of a modern alternative, to have wooden garage doors installed. Wooden garage doors have many advantages over doors made from other materials, but for the majority of people it is the appearance of them that is the deciding factor. The doors can be painted if desired which can change the exterior look of the property or if preferred can…
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Could real wood flooring be right for your property?
June 23, 2022
The choice of flooring on the market is wide-ranging and so if the flooring in your property needs replacing it will need plenty of thought before you decide what to buy. The main considerations are: How much foot traffic will the area have? How easy is it to clean the flooring? Is the flooring hardwearing enough for your family? In areas that are used often such as hallways it is important to have flooring that is both easy to keep…