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Boris Could Be Good For Builders In The Capital The Mayor of London has a number of responsibilities which are critical to builders and developers. What does the election of Boris Johnson mean for builders and construction workers in the Capital? Something Old, Something New For Your Home If you've got a period home it makes sense to reinstate period features. So where can you find the real McCoy and what's available? Outward Appearances Really Do Matter Exterior paintwork will give your house a new lease of life. And until the neighbours join the bandwagon you'll be the proud owner of the smartest house on the street. The Garden Show Season Has Arrived! Garden shows in the UK come in all styles and sizes, so you'll be able to pick one that appeals to you. Whether you want to go to a big show and pick up some tips and bargains, or go to a small private viewing there'll be something for you. Current Market Conditions Mean Improving Your Home Is The Best Investment "Don't move; improve" is the new mantra of the property sector. Mortgages are more difficult to come by, house prices may be teetering on the edge of collapse and with high stamp duty thrown in to the bargain, it really does make sense to make the most of what you've already got. Give Your Garden Some Sparkle Lighting up your garden will make it a really exciting feature of your home - with the help of an electrician and a little design inspiration, you can really add some sparkle to your outdoors. Give Your Windows A New Lease Of Life Windows are a vital part of defining the character and feel of a building. If you're considering changes to your windows then take time to assess what you'd like your window fitter to achieve. Beautiful On The Outside (As Well As The Inside) Much is written about interiors - doing up kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms to increase the value of your home. But what can a good builder do to improve the appearance of the outside? Save Energy And Get Funky! Fluorescent lights no longer provide just a dull flicker. Yes they are the environmental alternative to incandescent light bulbs, but they can also be funky and are a favourite of modern designers. Technology Wins When It Comes To Washing Dishes Want to hear some great news? Its more environmentally friendly to use a dishwasher than wash dishes by hand! So throw out those marigolds, get the plumber in, install a dishwasher and get ready for more "me time". How Many Window Styles Can You Name? Choosing windows is no straight forward task. There are so many styles, types of frames and glass to choose from, so here's a quick guide so you know what window fitters can offer. Glass Is Not Just For Looking Through... It's always exciting to get a craftsman in to do something special to your house. The choice is endless but one area where craftsmen can do work to stunning effect is glass. The Hub Of Your Home Isn't a new kitchen every home owner's dream? Designing a kitchen from scratch is a great opportunity, but it can be a daunting one. Where do you start? Create Your Ultimate Sanctuary... If kitchens and living rooms are the social hub of a home, then surely bathrooms are the ultimate refuge. Bathrooms are where we spend time alone, pamper and nurture ourselves and enjoy some privacy. Here Comes The Sun! The sun's energy can be converted using solar panels that can be placed on buildings or on posts, facing the sun. Herbs Are Easy To Grow! Want to grow your own produce but don't have much time or experience? Then a herb garden could be the answer. With very little space or expertise you can cultivate sweet smelling, pretty plants that give your cooking or well being a lift, all year round. Get A New Look With Plaster Plaster is a more diverse and exciting material than you might think. Even if you have modern plaster it can be made more interesting. Go For Something Different On Your Walls! For some of us, plain walls and minimalist furniture just don't hit the spot. If it's painted or bronzed walls you're after then talk to a specialist decorator. Change Your House - Keep It Standing So you want to smash down some walls, open up your living space and put in big modern windows and folding glass doors. Just about anything's possible, but sounds like you need a good builder. Keep Burglars Out of Your Home! Your home should feel safe and secure. The police and security specialists can help you achieve this. A little effort and investment can go a long way to keep out burglars and keep you in the lucky 96% who are never targeted by intruders. Make The Most of Your Home With Fabulous Lighting Good lighting is essential if you're to make the most of your interiors and it's the first thing you should think about when doing up a room. Creating Space High Up on Top Loft conversions seem to be springing up in every street, so what's involved and how do you go about it? Make a Grand Entrance With A Welcoming Front Door! A smart, welcoming front door is always worth spending money on. If you have a period home, then getting a specialist in to get things back to the original is well worth it. Put Some "Va Va Voom" Back Into Your Homes! Chilli hot red! Burnt orange! Aubergine! Pea green! Sky blue! Its time to put some colour back in our homes. Doing Up Bathrooms - Where Does all The Money Go? 200 pounds to do up a bathroom? I think not! Renovating the bathroom is often one of the most expensive jobs when doing up a house - so why is it so expensive? Clean Up Your Act With Fitted Furniture! Carpenters aren't just the stars of bible stories - they are busy sawing, hammering and sanding today, still creating both practical and ornamental features in our homes. Encourage Visitors to Your Garden Is your garden your oasis? If so then how can you encourage others to join you? Frogs, birds and insects all need a home and with minimal effort you can invite them into your garden and watch them help you maintain it. Offline Business Directories are Out - Online directories are In! Business directories have always been useful if you remember the name of a restaurant, shop or electrician but can't find the telephone number. But what if you're new to an area and you're starting from scratch? Building Work - It's Just a Big Jigsaw First fix? Second fix? What does it all mean? You look forward to gutting your new home and doing it all up but you don't understand the process. That's a risky place to be, so get yourself familiar with what your builder is up to and learn how the elements of a building project fit together. Wet Rooms Are an Exciting Bathroom Concept! Wet rooms are an exciting bathroom concept - sleek and streamlined they are a spa-like haven, with minimalist fuss-free design. Fancy Becoming a Plumber? Here is What it Takes! Plumbing is a highly qualified, skilled profession so how do you get yourself started? Firstly be patient. It takes three years or more to gain the basic qualifications and you should then work with an experienced plumber for at least a couple of years before starting up on your own. You need knowledge, skills and experience all of which take time to develop. Roofs are Helping the Planet and Go Going Green! We've all heard of slate roofs, tiled roofs even thatched roofs. But green roofs? Thousands of square metres of otherwise redundant space can be planted up to absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen, insulate our buildings and more. Business Directories Are An Environmental Tragedy These days it seems everything has a carbon footprint, and that includes how we look up local business phone numbers and email addresses. So for those of us wanting to minimise our contribution to climate change what's the most energy efficient way to find a local service? How to Increase the Value of Your Home with Timeless Elegance You can't beat wooden floors. They are clean, durable and warm and look good in any style of home. They are timeless and never seem to go out of fashion, in fact they mature beautifully. And they will add value to your home. Gardens Are a Magical Part of Family Life! Gardens are a magical part of family life. Some outdoor space, however limited, is a real bonus when you have children. A space to run around in, play with a ball and learn to dig, water and nurture plants is really beneficial to kids growing up. What you Can Expect From Your Bricklayer Have you hired a bricklayer and you're not sure what he'll get up to? Climate Change Will Inevitably Lead to Changes in The Garden Climate change is taking its grip on our lives and that includes our gardens. So it makes sense to confront the issue and plan your garden accordingly. While some traditional plants may find the changing conditions tough to cope with others will thrive. Kid-Friendly Bathrooms Hooray it's bathtime! The highlight of any kid's day - all those splashes, bubbles and squirty toys are hard to beat. So if you're doing up your bathroom to cater for your children's needs think about how you can make bathtime even more fun and the room a safe and happy part of your home. Plumbers Can Save the Planet! Forget the scientists and politicians, it's you and your plumber who are going to save the world! There are many things you can get your plumber to do that will make your home more environmentally friendly. Rooftop Gardens Are Oasis In The Sky Rooftop gardens are surprising, impressive and fun. Maybe it's because they are so counter-intuitive that people view them with admiration and wonder. They are a step away from reality. An organic, natural phenomenon in a completely unnatural place. Give Your Builder The Feel Good Factor! Everyone deserves a little respect - including builders. Increasingly the trade is hitting back at its media-led cowboy image. Many are fed up being labelled as dishonest, shoddy workers. Most are hardworking, honest and take pride in their work and feel its time we all recognised this.

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