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 do air source heat pumps work?
An air source heat pump, also known as an air-to-water
source heat pump, transfers heat from the outside air to water, which is then
used to heat your rooms through radiators or underfloor heating. It may also
heat water that has been stored in a hot water cylinder for use with hot taps,
showers, and baths.
Air source heat pumps (ASHP) deliver heat at a much lower temperatures in
comparison to gas and oil boilers. So, you’ll need to run them for much longer
periods to heat
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9th Aug 2022
Isover Insulation
What is Isover Insulation?
Isover, a
Saint Gobain trademark, is a brand that cares about building better for people
and the world by providing sustainable and high-performance insulation
solutions for buildings and equipment. Isover is a high-performance mineral
wool insulation that comes in two varieties: stone wool and glass wool. Stone
wool goods are formed from volcanic rock raw materials and recycled stone wool
waste, while glass wool products are generated from sand and recycled gl
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9th Aug 2022
Cleaning laminate flooring
There are a wide variety of things you can do to keep your laminate floor looking great once it is installed, and the good news is is that
laminate flooring requires little upkeep. To help you get the most out of your
floor, here are our tips on keeping your laminate in good condition.
https://jwflooringusa.com/how-to-clean-and-maintai...
What can’t I use on laminate flooring to keep it clean?
Understanding how not to clean laminate hardwood floors is the
first s
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26th Jul 2022
How to use plasterboard on a ceiling or wall
Plasterboarding a ceiling is a satisfying yet slightly
awkward DIY job that can save you a fortune on labour costs. This guide on how
to
plasterboard a ceiling and wall will help any DIYer to be able to complete a
plastering job easily and efficiently.
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How to plasterboard an existing ceiling
It is possible to fix plasterboard over an existing ceiling,
but you’ll need to determine where the joists are first. For upstairs rooms,
this can be done by me
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26th Jul 2022
How to insulate a garage
Whether you’re looking to expand the amount of living space
you have, or you need a dedicated home office,
insulation is key to making your
garage comfortable all year round.
Many homeowners choose to improve their current property rather than move on. With
increasing house prices, there’s never been a better time to start working on
your own home, for example by refurbishing or converting your garage, than
right now.
The first steps
The main thing to do before start
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26th Jul 2022