What can windows add to a self-build?

Building your own house requires a balance of budgeting, cost-effectiveness, determination and imagination. When designing and building your dream home, you should consider how natural light will impact your space. Adding windows to a property can transform the overall atmosphere... View Article

Budget 2021 – Expert comment from Graven Hill

Karen Curtin, managing director at self and custom build development site, Graven Hill, said: “The recent extension will see millions of people breathing a sigh of relief. Rather than destabilising the housing market and leaving some buyers with an unbudgeted... View Article

On demand webinar from Schneider Electric

In the UK, we have a major challenge ahead of us to retrofit our existing homes to meet net zero targets. There are currently around 29 million homes in the UK and in order to meet net zero by 2050,... View Article

Budget 2021: a boost for construction?

An extension to the furlough scheme, a £10m MMC taskforce, a new ‘Infrastructure Bank’ totalling £12bn in capital, £15bn to be spent on the transition to net zero by 2050, an extension on the stamp duty holiday, and the introduction... View Article

Garden rooms made beautiful with SterlingOSB Zero

With more and more people working and studying at home, the need for extra space has grown enormously. Whether it’s somewhere to make Zoom calls in peace, or to chill after a long day juggling home-schooling, or to get on... View Article

4 self-builds costs that can save you money

Regardless of the amount of money that you have, the biggest risk for any self-build project is that the money could run out just before the project is completed. Spending on the wrong items is a common mistake that many... View Article

Snickers Workwear High-Performance Jackets

Workwear – Protectivewear – Performancewear – Leisurewear. With street-smart designs for men and women, all Snickers Workwear jackets include must-have features that focus on fit and freedom of movement as well as using innovative fabrics that deliver long lasting protection... View Article

Completed project videos to inspire your self-build dreams

For those planning their dream self-build in 2021 seeking much needed inspiration is all the more challenging given the current restrictions in place. To assist we’ve put together three of our favourite completed projects of recent years and captured them... View Article

High performing membranes protect Self Build Heroes

Motivation, adaptability, integrity and trustworthiness combined with nearly 50 years of construction experience is the description of an innovative service by Self Build Heroes, intended to support self-builders in achieving their dream of building their own home with military veterans.... View Article

BAL products to feature in new TV show

A range of BAL tiling products are to feature in a new bathroom make-over show on Channel 5. GSA Bathrooms were approached in October by PI Productions to feature in a new show: Kitchens and Bathrooms: You Won’t Believe Your... View Article

How to protect your employees on a construction site

Despite being one of the most heavily regulated industries, construction sites are some of the most dangerous places to work. With around 81,000 workers suffering from work-related ill health and 40 fatalities last year alone, there’s still a long way... View Article

The rising trend of lifts in homes

Stannah Lifts offer expertise in creating beautiful lifts in private homes, from contemporary glass to matching period charm, with a wide range of lifts to fit – whatever the size or space. In recent years, increasingly people are choosing to... View Article