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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.


How to Clean Engineered Wood Flooring

Engineered wood flooring is an excellent choice for homeowners seeking the classic look of hardwood with enhanced strength and durability. To maintain its beauty, regular cleaning and proper preservation are essential. As a result, here's a step-by-step guide to cleaning your engineered wood flooring and keeping it looking good for years to come. Understanding Engineered Wood Flooring Before we go into cleaning techniques, it's important to understand what engineered wood flooring is. Unli …
19th Jun 2024 Emily Green

How to Paint a Garden Fence: An Ultimate Guide

Do you know how to paint a garden fence properly? Honestly? Well, however strong or lacking your DIY knowledge and skills are, our “How to Paint a Garden Fence: An Ultimate Guide” gives you all the information, inspiration, advice, techniques and fence painting ideas you need to confidently tackle even the trickiest of fences. From which fence paint and fence painting technique to use to fence paint colours and knowing how long does fence paint take to dry – we’ve got it …
5th Jun 2024 Simon Anderson

How to lay porcelain paving slabs

Porcelain paving slabs are popular in outdoor spaces due to its longevity, aesthetic appeal, and low level of upkeep. Laying these slabs can seem difficult, but with the right tools and skills, you can achieve an incredible result. Therefore, in this article, will help you through the basic steps to ensure your new patio or pathway is both beautiful and long-lasting. Materials and Tools You'll Need: Porcelain paving slabs Tape measure Spirit level String line and pegs Shovel Compactor or t …
5th Jun 2024 Emily Green

5 Paving Ideas for Small Gardens

In the world of gardening, size doesn't always matter. Even in the smallest of spaces, like an intimate garden or a cozy backyard, you can still create a stunning outdoor sanctuary with paving for small gardens. And one key element in designing these small paradises is choosing the right paving. Porcelain paving not only serves a functional purpose, but it also adds character and style to your outdoor space. So, if you're looking to revamp your small garden, here are some creative ideas for ga …
8th May 2024 Emily Green

How to Replace Fence Panels

With the increase in unusual weather during UK winters, understanding how to replace fence panels on your own may be quite useful as even solid wooden fences can be damaged during storms. Fence panels are a popular way of adding a boundary divide to your garden in garden design. Fences, on the other hand, are extremely high-maintenance, and replacing or repairing fence panels is one of the most typical challenges homeowners face following severe weather occurrences. So, how do you go about repl …
1st May 2024 Emily Green