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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 need some ideas for a garden transformation? 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.


5 Eco-Friendly Roofing Options

When it comes to building or renovating your home, choosing the right roofing materials is crucial not just for the longevity of your roof, but also for the environment. In this blog, we'll explore various eco-friendly roofing types and help you decide which option might be the best for your home. We'll cover the different types of roofing materials, discuss the benefits of eco roofs, and answer the question: "What is the most eco-friendly roofing material?" The Importance of Eco-Friendly Roof …
26th Jun 2024 Emily Green

5 Outside Toilet Ideas

When you’ve got to go, you’ve got to go, which is why you’ll find the following outside toilet ideas for your garden not only inspiring, but also a blessing for if you spend a lot of time in your garden. Before you create an outside toilet design, rush out and spend a single penny on a toilet, stop and ask yourself the following questions…   Why do I need an outside toilet? If you have a large garden and your only toilet is situated on an upper floor of your home …
20th Jun 2024 Simon Anderson

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