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 Build a Deck
Timber decking can be attached to a house or anywhere in the garden adding a place to escape. The level of difficulty varies depending on the location, height above ground, and load-bearing requirements. A decking can be one of four types:
Ground Level- It is a platform that has been built into the ground.
Raised- A platform that is less than 60cm (24”) above ground level.
High Level- A platform that rises above the ground by greater than 60cm (24”)
Roof Top- Existing flat roof with
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3rd Dec 2021
Everything you need to know about our Trex range
Explore this article about the Trex composite decking colours and ranges Howarth Timber & Building Supplies offer.
Trex have three ranges available that are suitable for all budgets, desires and needs. The above picture summarises the key differences between each of the Trex ranges, allowing you to make an informed decision on how to transform your outside space.
Trex Transcend - The professional's choice
TREX® AT ITS VERY BEST! Transcend is our premium range. Tra
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3rd Dec 2021
How to keep Artificial Grass looking fresher for longer
Are you wanting to discover the secret to keeping your artificial grass looking fresh? Our guide will show you how!
Artificial grass is a dream come true for families around the country, as it allows you to say buh-bye to hours of mowing overgrown lawns, scavenging to eliminate pesky weeds, and attempting to get rid of large muddy messes that your actual grass turns into after the unpredictable British weather. Instead, you can spend your spare time enjoying your outdoor space doing what you lov
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3rd Dec 2021
Timber and building industries hit by price increases and limited supply
The timber and building industries are continuing to face price increases, we take a look how things stand in July 2021.
Back in January 2021 we looked at the industry concerns regarding forthcoming price increases and a worrying prediction of a decrease in stock availability across the UK. Here we take another look at what the effect has been so far and what may be impacted in the near future.
Where are we now?
At the beginning of July 2021 the Construction News reported that statis
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3rd Dec 2021
5 Sheds That Won't Break the Bank
Garden sheds and buildings are an important part of any garden, no matter how big or small it is. They are ideal for storing everything from lawnmowers and equipment to outdoor furniture and protecting it from the weather. Garden sheds make excellent tiny workshops; and are the ideal solution for getting your hobbies out of the kitchen.
As a result, garden sheds do not have to be expensive. Therefore, in this blog, we have listed five low-cost options for different needs and garden sizes.
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3rd Dec 2021