Prefab House Roof Styles and Materials
Prefabricated homes offer builders who prioritize speed and transparency an excellent option to reduce both energy usage and costs. Their tight construction means more insulation and reduced energy…
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How to Protect Summer Houses From Weather Damage
Summer storms can cause significant property damage. Powerful 100 mph thunderstorm winds can wreak havoc, while hail can dent cars and break windows; and flooding caused by heavy…
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Unique Log House Floor Plans and Layouts
No matter your ideal retreat may be, such as a cozy cabin in the woods or spacious rustic retreat overlooking a lake, luxury log home floor plans offer…
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Minimalist Shed Designs to Maximize Space
No matter the use for which your shed will be put to, such as art studio, greenhouse space, home office or backyard lounge – designing it to suit…
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Energy Efficiency in Glulam Homes
Glulam’s strength and durability makes it the ideal material for modern homes, while its ability to be formed into intricate curves or trusses enables architects and engineers to…
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Best Security Practices for Garden Offices
Garden offices have gained considerable traction as more workers opt to avoid the commute to their workplaces. But the serenity of outdoor home offices may pose unique security…
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Adding a Veranda or Deck to Your Log Cabin
Log cabins provide endless possibilities when it comes to expanding your living space. Decks make great social gathering areas, balconies take full advantage of limited spaces while verandas…
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Designing Outdoor Living Spaces That Reflect Your Style
Your backyard is the perfect canvas for you to express yourself creatively – whether that means entertaining guests or finding personal peace and serenity. Designing a functional yet…
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What Is Glulam and Why Choose It for Your House?
Glulam offers an appealing alternative to structural steel and concrete construction. It is naturally strong, durable, and visually appealing. Ideal for open spaces and vaulted ceilings, steel is…
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The Rise of Minimalist Garden Sheds
Sheds can be so much more than mere places for tools. Thanks to minimalist and modular designs, sheds can become everything from garden offices to eco-friendly retreats. An…
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Detailed Look at Glulam Joints and Connections
Proper connection details are critical to the overall performance and serviceability of any timber-framed building. Connections must safely transmit design loads without inducing tension perpendicular to grain stresses…
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How to Plan a Shed Extension Or Addition
An extension can be an economical and straightforward way to add storage space, and even turn your shed into an effective workshop or mini studio. Start by inspecting…
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When to Replace Shed Floors and How to Do It
Without a floor, sheds can quickly rot and mold over time, which poses serious health hazards if inhaled. Know when and how to install a new floor is…
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Transforming Summer Houses Into Home Offices
Garden home offices (also known as shoffices) offer more flexibility and add value to your property than renting traditional office space or undertaking major renovations. West Midlands Summer…
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Building a Shed for Outdoor Entertaining
Your backyard shed can become the centerpiece of your garden with just a bit of creativity and planning. From charming cottage potting sheds to sleek home bars, your…
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Outdoor Entertaining Essentials for Every Season
No matter whether it’s for an intimate barbeque with close friends, a family picnic in the park, or camping under the stars – these outdoor entertaining essentials will…
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Creative Interior Layouts for Garden Sheds
No matter whether you use your shed for gardening, DIY projects, or simply relaxing with friends, interior design offers an opportunity to personalize its interior space and give…
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Using Summer Houses For Seasonal Home Offices
Summer houses are charming garden structures designed for leisure and relaxation, featuring open-air designs with large windows to provide views into your outdoor surroundings. Summer houses can often…
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Adding Water Features to Compliment Garden Buildings
Water features create a captivating focal point for any garden, drawing the eye and adding beauty. A fountain or pond can also serve as a natural stress reliever…
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Creating a Shed Home Gym
A New Year often means making fitness goals part of our resolutions, yet navigating traffic after work and overcrowded gyms can make this challenging. Make the shed your…
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Structural Advantages of Glulam for Residential Buildings
Strength and sustainability are of utmost importance when it comes to residential construction, making glulam an invaluable material choice. Glue-laminated timber (glulam) is an ideal material for long-span…
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Common Log Cabin Problems and How to Fix Them
Preventative maintenance measures and regular inspections of your log cabin are key to prolonging its life and keeping it beautiful for years. Addressing potential issues before they escalate…
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Creating Outdoor Living Spaces With Log Homes
No matter whether it’s for morning coffee on the back deck or gathering around a fire pit for stories about ghosts, a well-planned outdoor living space will help…
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How to Soundproof Your Garden Office
Soundproofing your garden room or office is essential if you want to avoid disturbing neighbours with music from practice sessions or simply working from your garden office. Soundproofing…
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Seasonal Flower Arrangements for Outdoor Decor
Seasonal flower arrangements add natural beauty to outdoor party decorations. From rustic clay pots and galvanized tin buckets to vintage McCoy pottery pieces, arranged bouquets add seasonal pops…
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How to Choose the Right Wood for DIY Shed Projects
If you’re planning to build a shed, pay special attention to the materials you choose for construction. Crooked, rotting or weak materials may make assembly challenging or cause…
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Factors to Consider When Buying Timber for Sheds
Outdoor sheds provide many advantages – be they storage, hobbyist corner or home workshop. Selecting the appropriate shed requires careful consideration of various factors. One key consideration in…
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DIY Shed Repair Versus Hiring a Professional
DIY projects can save homeowners money in terms of labor costs; however, it is vitally important that they carefully assess any risks involved. Some repairs should be left…
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Comparing Modular Houses to Traditional Construction
Selecting an effective construction method for your building project is one of the first and most essential decisions you will face. There are a variety of considerations, from…
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Using Garden Buildings As Guest Accommodations
Garden rooms that can also function as guest accommodations add value to your property and can generate extra Airbnb revenue when not used by visitors. However, it’s important…
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