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.
The Dangers of Faulty Fire Doors
Fire Doors are an essential part of staying safe whilst we sleep. Discover how so many of us get it very very wrong.
Since it was launched in 2013, by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), the BWF Fire Door Alliance (an evolution of the BWF CERTIFIRE scheme) and the Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS), Fire Door Safety Week has grown immensely in its journey towards highlighting “the critical importance of properly specified, installed and maintained fire doors and associated produ
…
3rd Dec 2021
Choosing the Right Artificial Grass for your Garden
Artificial grass isn't just an attractive addition to your garden, it is also a huge time-saver. Our guide will help you to choose the right one for you.
Over the past fifty years, artificial grass has grown as an alternative to natural grass and is now a leading option for lawns, balconies, golf greens and sports surfaces. Companies such as Namgrass use yarns and fibres that are different shapes to create grass that not only looks like the real thing but also acts like it.
Why
…
3rd Dec 2021
A Guide to CAMO Hidden Deck Fastening System
Discover the innovative CAMO Hidden Deck Fastening System.
The CAMO Hidden Decking Fastening System is an innovative method of installing decking screws that places them at the edges of the boards, rather than into the surface. This is not only more attractive to look at, but it is also safer for bare feet and paws to cross without fear of injury. The screws are secured directly to the joist, which helps to reduce board movement.
Tip #1:
If you need to replace decking boar
…
3rd Dec 2021
Cleaning composite decking
How to clean composite decking and how to cut composite decking guide available here!
Best way to clean composite decking
Your deck is most likely outside and therefore obviously going to get a little dirty from time to time, so we have outlined some cleaning solutions below to any problem that may occur, to ensure your composite decking remains beautiful.
Dirt and Debris
To remove dirt and debris, first you should wash away the debris using a hosepipe (the more powerful the better),
…
3rd Dec 2021
Insulation Explained
A guide to how insulation can save you time and money, keeping your home warm and peaceful.
A poorly insulated home can cost you a lot of money and energy. This is because you will naturally need to use heating and cooling devices (such as radiators and fans) to get the right temperature that good insulation would be able to help with. Therefore, insulating a building can greatly reduce your energy consumption.
When we talk about insulation, it’s important to remember that whilst the
…
3rd Dec 2021