Even the most beautiful buildings can suffer the effects of time. Bringing the facade of a period property back to life can be challenging when atmospheric staining, algae, moss and grime build-up. It may be tempting to try tackling the job yourself. However, there...
Building restoration can be a significant investment in both time and money. But if your bricks, stonework and mortar require work, the benefits are truly worth it. But how do you know if you need to call in the specialists? Deferring maintenance can be costly, ao...
Knowing how to make lime mortar for pointing is handy if you live in an older property. In fact, it’s essential for the sympathetic restoration of masonry in most properties dated before 1910. Mixing and applying traditional forms of mortar is something of an art...
The UK Government are encouraging home owners to make their homes energy efficient and you may be eligible for a grant to pay, or part-pay, for the installation of energy efficient improvements to your home. In order to see if you are eligible enter your postcode here...