When you’re choosing timber for your next project, you may notice products labelled with FSC® or PEFC™ certification....
Learn how to build a raised garden bed with our step-by-step guide. Discover the best timber for raised beds, what...
If any garden project deserves a place at the top of our 'best bank holiday weekend projects' list, it is surely...
In our experience in dealing with different kinds of timber and the various grades, we have learned one thing:...
After over 100 years in the timber trade, we've picked up a few key things. One thing we've learned is the sequence...
a concrete fence post installed today will still be standing strong in fifty years, and probably longer. We've seen...
After over 100 years manufacturing timber products in our workshop, we've learned something that most homeowners...
The short version? Paint your walls first, then the skirting. But like most things in our trade, the devil's in the...
A typical landscaping screw has a polymer and/or ceramic coating that can withstand the weather in Britain longer...
Choosing the right firewood matters because each type burns, smells, and throws out heat in its own way. By matching...
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Did you know that the signs of aging can add character to timber? Below, we have answered some of the most common questions about old timber for you to understand more about the wood aging process. Dealing with Exterior and Interior Timber
If you are looking for a way to enhance the natural beauty of your garden, installing a pergola could be one of your options.
You can greatly improve the appearance of your garden just by having a pergola/ terrace installed, whether it’s free standing or attached to your home.
Oak has long been held in high regard across most cultures in Europe, in fact ancient kings once decorated themselves with crowns of oak leaves, signifying their status. Though it’s unlikely we’ll see Queen Elizabeth II swap diamonds for oak in the near future, we can’t deny oak its rightful place as King of The Woods, especially in terms of home and garden improvements. Oak wood can be used to create beautiful pergolas, strong fences, tidy raised beds, solid gates, hardwood decking, stylish...
When it comes to flooring, there are a lot of tones, textures, styles and materials to consider. If you're set on adding warm, characterful wooden flooring to your home, you can go with something traditional, like oak, for outstanding strength - or perhaps pine, which is a little friendlier on the budget. While both options provide a classic, timeless look to any room, there are some critical differences between the two that you should consider before making your decision.
Composite decking is becoming more popular by the day. A quick snapshot from Google Trends for "composite decking" searches in the UK highlights the growing admiration for this innovative decking solution.
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