Inspiration & Advice
Are you looking for useful do-it-yourself advice? Do you want to know how to clean your artificial grass, or are in need of some ideas for a garden transformaton? 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.
An Ultimate Guide to Loft Conversions
If you're considering a loft conversion this winter, you’re not alone. With property prices climbing and families needing more space, converting your loft can be a smart and cost-effective answer.
From dormer extensions to Velux windows / Keylite windows, we’ll guide you through everything you need to know about loft conversions, including costs, planning permission, and design ideas in this helpful article.
What Is a loft conversion?
A loft conversion involves transforming an unde
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6th Jan 2025
Lime Mortar vs Cement Mortar
However, which one do you choose? Do you go for a traditional lime mortar mix or cement mortar? How do you mix lime mortar? What is hydraulic lime mortar? What is cement mortar best for?
Before we get stuck into all that, there’s one question we need to get out of the way first… is mortar and cement the same?
Mortar or Cement?
Ever wondered what’s the difference between mortar and cement? Well, in a nutshell, mortar is a creamy mix of cement, sand and sometimes lime, which c
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27th Nov 2024
5 Loft Storage Ideas
Utilising loft space for storage is a great way to free up room in your home and keep things organised. Whether you're thinking of adding a loft conversion or simply want to use your existing loft more effectively, there are plenty of loft storage ideas to explore in this article.
From stylish loft storage boxes to practical loft storage stilts, here are five ideas to help you make the most of your loft space!
1. Underfloor loft storage
Underfloor loft storage is a brilliant way to maximise
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8th Nov 2024
How to Prevent Condensation on Windows
Ever wondered how to prevent condensation on windows and also avoid the damage it can do? This guide aims to look at the issue of condensation, the problems condensation on windows can cause and also give you proven ways of how to stop condensation not only on windows but also how to prevent condensation inside double glazed windows.
But why is condensation so prevalent and such a big problem in the UK? Let’s look at the facts.
Why do we get condensation on windows?
Condensation
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7th Nov 2024
Buying Guide to Shower Trays
Shower trays are one of our most popular bathroom products. They may seem simple, but there are so many shower tray sizes, shower screens for shower trays and shower enclosures with trays, people have so many questions when it comes to choosing the right one for them.
You need to ensure it will fit your bathroom layout, satisfy all your design requirements and be durable.
This Buying Guide to Shower Trays aims to arm you with all the knowledge you need to choose a shower tray or wet room showe
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6th Nov 2024