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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.


UK Door Sizes

In the UK, there are various typical door sizes, and knowing measurements can be difficult and confusing at times. So, with this article, we will help you learn the standard inside door height and standard internal door width using our extensive knowledge of door sizes and measurements. Deanta Interior Door Sizes With interior doors, the standard door sizing is as follows: 1981 x 457/533 x 35mm –usually most popular for wardrobe or cupboard door use 1981 x 610/686 x 35mm - u …
11th Aug 2022 Emily Green

TDUK: Impact of trade restrictions on Russia and Belarus

Timber Development UK ruled over a pan-European conference with the top timber and sawmilling associations on March 7th to coordinate action throughout the continent. The sanctions placed on Belarus were unanimously supported at this conference, and it is expected that these penalties would be widened to restrict timber trade with Russia. It should also be noted that both Russia and Belarus are key suppliers of timber to the European and worldwide markets, with Russia accounting for around 10% o …
11th Aug 2022 Emily Green

LPD Doors – Which Door Should I buy?

For 40 years, LPD Doors has been at the forefront of importing and distributing internal and external doors. Their goal has always been to set the standard in high-quality, cutting-edge door design in the UK, and they are still very much a family business. Whilst looking through the LPD Door brochure (which can be found here), they provide a diverse range of doors, varying from internal to external. It can be difficult to choose from such a large selection of doors, so in this articl …
10th Aug 2022 Emily Green
An ultimate guide to choosing the best loft insulation

An ultimate guide to choosing the best loft insulation

When it comes to making your home energy-efficient, choosing the right loft insulation plays a critical role. Did you know that up to 25% of heat in poorly insulated homes is lost through the roof? This means higher energy bills and money down the drain! Whether you’re trying to keep your house cool in the summer or warm in the winter, the right insulation can make a huge difference. In this guide, we’ll explore the various types of loft insulation and their uses, helping you find t …
10th Aug 2022 Emily Green
How to Lay Vinyl Flooring

How to Lay Vinyl Flooring

So, you've purchased a bunch of lovely  vinyl flooring... Now what? Well, now it’s time to fit it! To get the best results, we recommend leaving it to the professionals and hiring a professional flooring fitter, but if you want to do it yourself, this guide can help. How to fit vinyl flooring For fitting vinyl flooring, it’s important to make sure you’ve got all the correct equipment for the task at hand. Tools for laying vinyl include: Knee pads Bolster chisel …
10th Aug 2022 Emily Green