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. You can also meet our expert authors to learn more about the people behind our advice and discover their industry experience.
We are much more than just timber, and with our innovative ideas and practical advice, you can create a home to be proud of.
What is the Green Homes Grant?
On Tuesday 4 August the Government published plans for a new Green Homes Grant. The £2 billion grant aims to encourage homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient, benefitting the environment as well as protecting and creating jobs.
In Summary
The Government urges tradespeople to sign up for TrustMark accreditation in a drive to support over 100,000 jobs through a new energy efficiency scheme
New Green Homes Grant will give over 600,000 homeowners in England up to £10,000 t
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26th Sep 2023
Cladding: An Installation Guide
Timber is a natural product that will maintain its appearance and last a lifetime if cared for according to the manufacturer's instructions. As a result, the installation instructions stated below are additional variables to consider when selecting and installing your external cladding to guarantee that it retains its desired quality. Please refer to the manufacturer's guidelines for more information.
Note: all advice on installation meets or exceeds those currently provided in BS 8605-PART 1.
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14th Jun 2023
How to lay a patio
Constructing a patio for your garden can be a great investment for your home. It is also an excellent way to add a functional, low-maintenance location for relaxation and entertaining guests and family members.
Finding accurate information on how to lay paving slabs takes time, but the processes used in this article are simple and straightforward, so this type of project can be completed in a weekend. However, we do encourage you to enlist the help of a friend or family member, if necessary, me
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18th May 2023
How to clean block paving
If you’re looking for information and helpful advice on the best approach to clean block paving and maintain your driveway or patio, then look no further! We have everything you need to know about cleaning block paving all in this handy guide.
As block paving is naturally low maintenance, all you'll need is a few specialised cleaning methods under your belt to remove even the most stubborn stains.
Therefore, keep reading this article to find out how to master the process of cleaning yo
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16th May 2023
More about Albany Sheds
If you are considering purchasing an Albany shed, we cannot emphasise enough the importance of constructing your new Albany structure on a sturdy, flat, level foundation. If you get it right, your structure will fit together properly and last for years. However, if you perform it wrong, you may have assembly troubles and the shed may not last as long as intended. If you get stuck, your local merchant may be able to help you or recommend someone who can.
As a result, in this article, we will gui
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9th Mar 2023