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How Much Do Curtains Help with Heat Retention?

If you’re looking to save money on your energy bills, then you should view your windows as a priority.  A significant …

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What Are Trickle Vents For (and do you need them?)

Over the past few decades, considerable advancements have been made in the art of draught-exclusion. Modern windows are airtight, which is …

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Why Do Birds Fly into Windows (and how can you stop it?)

Many modern conveniences that benefit us are harmful to the animal kingdom, who can’t understand that roads are hazardous or anti-freeze …

condensation on window

Why Is There Condensation Between My Window Panes?

A steamed-up window is quite a common sight in modern homes – particularly if it’s cold outside and you’ve got the …

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How to Maximise Natural Light in Your Home

It’s a glorious day outside but you have one room in your house that just seems to remain dull and dark. …

Wooden window frames

How to Clean Wooden Window Frames

Wooden window frames and sills can be an excellent addition to a house, particularly if you want to retain the traditional …

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Applying Plain Packaging Rules to Household Chemicals

On the 20th of May 2017 legislation requiring all tobacco packaging to be “uniformly green with large images showing the harmful …

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How to Add a Window to a House

Adding a window to one of the exterior walls of your home can make your house feel brighter and more spacious. …

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The Benefits of Window Shutters

Window shutters are an often-overlooked form of window furnishing. Most people turn to curtains or blinds to dress their windows, but …

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How to Measure Up for Replacement Windows

If you are looking to improve your home’s energy efficiency, or just give it a fresh new look, installing new windows …