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.
How to fit skirting boards
Skirting boards are used to cover the joint where the wall and the floor meet each other, and depending on the nature of your project, you will either be replacing the skirting in a room or fitting new skirting as part of a room makeover. If you’re wanting to add both architrave and skirting, then it’s a good idea to match the styles for a consistent look.
Skirting boards come in a variety of different materials, such as primed MDF, fully finished MDF, softwood and hardw
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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.
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
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26th Jul 2022
How to lay laminate flooring
Modern laminate flooring is quickly becoming a popular option for homeowners. It's durable and long-lasting, with a wide range of styles and colours to select from. This sort of flooring is simple to maintain and is perfect for locations with a lot of foot activity. Although installing laminate flooring is quite straightforward, being cautious and thorough with your preparation is essential for if you want to avoid complications in the future.
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25th Jul 2022
Understanding Door Construction and Styles - JB Kind Doors
When reading through door catalogues or looking at information in showrooms, we understand that some of the more technical terms, such as 'semi-solid core' and 'beading,' can be overwhelming. So, because we want our clients to be as informed as possible before purchasing one of our doors, here's a convenient and thorough reference to all the door-related phrases you're likely to encounter. After all, knowledge is power!
Core construction
The phrase 'core construction' of a doo
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25th Jul 2022
How to cut laminate flooring
If you intend to cut laminate flooring and want to learn more about how to do it, this guide is for you. Installing laminate flooring is an excellent method to improve the appearance of your room, and cutting the laminate is an important part of the process. Follow the steps in this article carefully to learn how to cut laminate flooring step by step.
Step 1: The Basics
If you're new to cutting laminate flooring, you could find it difficult to get them in the right shape. It is diffic
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25th Jul 2022