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Inspiration & Advice

Are you looking for useful do-it-yourself advice? Do you want to know how to clean your artificial grass, or are in need of some ideas for a garden transformaton? At Howarth, we have plenty of how-to guides, product selections, and inspired themes to help you towards making your home or next garden project a success! 

 

We are much more than just timber, and with our innovative ideas and practical advice, you can create a home to be proud of.


Concrete Mixers: What you need to know

Concrete Mixers: What you need to know

Hand mixing concrete can be a physically demanding task. When it comes to huge volumes of cement or concrete, 'how to use a concrete mixer' is frequently a critical concern that ends up saving a lot of time, money, and labour. If you're in this situation and want to learn how to use a concrete mixer, the good news is that these mixers are both inexpensive to buy or rent and straightforward to use. The fundamental operational methods for utilising a mixer will be the same rega …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green
Draught Proofing Windows and Doors

Draught Proofing Windows and Doors

We've all been wondering how to keep our energy expenses low since the cost of living increased this year. And, when combined with draught proofing, it is one of the simplest and most cost-effective solutions to conserve energy - and money - in any type of structure or house. In this article, we will answer any questions you may have about draught proofing and highlight the benefits of draught proofing your windows and doors to ultimately induce the conservation of energy within yo …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green
How to prepare your home for winter

How to prepare your home for winter

With this year's arrival of the cost-of-living crisis, prepping your home for the winter may save you money on your bills while also preserving energy and minimising heat loss. With a few little adjustments, you may be able to lower the thermostat and save money on heating! https://www.pinterest.com/pin/60798663706818518/ Winter home preparation checklist: Step 1: Boiler Service Making sure your boiler is in good operating order …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green
How to fit door architrave

How to fit door architrave

Painting or adding specific designs to the front of a door are not the only ways you can decorate it.  Architrave is often used in UK homes, workplaces, and buildings, and this article will explain what it is and how to install it to make your door look as neat and attractive as possible. So, are you in need of a new door architrave to replace your old, chipped one? Whether you want a luxurious or modern look, replacing old door architrave is an excellent way to brighten up your house. …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green

Fire Door Safety Guide

Fire doors are important for keeping us safe while we sleep. Since its launch in 2013, Fire Door Safety Week has expanded tremendously in its mission to emphasise the crucial necessity of properly specified, fitted, and maintained fire doors and their associated products. The Fire Door Safety Week campaign emphasises the critical role that fire doors play in protecting us while we are sleeping and at our most vulnerable. As a result, in this freshly updated blog, we will address the most common …
16th Sep 2022 Emily Green