Inspiration & Advice

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 glass. If …

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. What can’t I use on laminate flooring to keep it clean? Understanding how not to clean laminate hardwood floors is the first step in learning how to clean them. On a laminate wood floor, there ar …

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. 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 measuring the joist gaps in the loft. Do …

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 starting …

Painting skirting boards may not be your first choice of using your time, but it’s a job that can really enhance the look of your home! Whether you’ve got brand new skirting boards to paint, or you want to give your previously painted boards some TLC and you’re looking for a guide to show you how to do it, then you’ve come to the right place! Before you pick up your paintbrush, there’s one very important thing to do, which is to pull all your furniture awa …