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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. You can also meet our expert authors to learn more about the people behind our advice and discover their industry experience.

 

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Towel Rails - The Ultimate Guide

Towel Rails - The Ultimate Guide

Welcome to our comprehensive and helpful guide, where you will find everything, you need to know about heated towel rails. We'll walk you through the entire process of selecting, purchasing, and installing a heated towel rail so you can get the perfect size, style, and finish for your space. You'll also learn some important maintenance tips that will help you extend the life of your heated towel rail and keep your heating system running smoothly for years to come!  Types of Heating …
24th Nov 2022 Emily Green
Draught Proofing Windows and Doors

Draught Proofing Windows and Doors

We've all been wondering how to keep our energy expenses low since the cost of living increased this year. And, when combined with draught proofing, it is one of the simplest and most cost-effective solutions to conserve energy - and money - in any type of structure or house. In this article, we will answer any questions you may have about draught proofing and highlight the benefits of draught proofing your windows and doors to ultimately induce the conservation of energy within your house. & …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green
How to fit scotia beading

How to fit scotia beading

What is scotia beading? Scotia beading is a decorative moulding that is used to hide the gap between the skirting board and the wall. It is installed to the skirting board and over the floor around the perimeter of the room, and it is available in a variety of colours to complement any wood floor. Because wood is a natural substance with the potential to expand and contract as temperature and moisture levels change, it is important to create a sufficient expansion space around the perimeter of t …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green
Concrete Mixers: What you need to know

Concrete Mixers: What you need to know

Hand mixing concrete can be a physically demanding task. When it comes to huge volumes of cement or concrete, 'how to use a concrete mixer' is frequently a critical concern that ends up saving a lot of time, money, and labour. If you're in this situation and want to learn how to use a concrete mixer, the good news is that these mixers are both inexpensive to buy or rent and straightforward to use. The fundamental operational methods for utilising a mixer will be the same regardless of the type o …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green
HSS Hire: A Guide to Flood Recovery & Prevention

HSS Hire: A Guide to Flood Recovery & Prevention

Every year, roughly 2.4 million UK houses are affected by fluvial (river) floods and coastal flooding. As a result, flood damage restoration is necessary in parts of the UK on a yearly basis due to devastating floods. Natural catastrophes have impacted many individuals and companies around the country, causing hundreds, if not thousands, of pounds in damage to their homes, workplaces, and warehouses. It is also a common misconception that flooding may only occur in low-lying areas and residenti …
2nd Nov 2022 Emily Green