When it arrives, timber is in perfect condition: straight, dry, graded correctly and specified. But a few days – a week or two – later, the material is ruined. Upon extraction from the stack, it is found to be cupped, twisted or afflicted with mould. One or both faces might be split. It is at […]
Your bedroom should be one of the most tranquil and calming rooms in your home, helping your mind and body to rest and recuperate. Colour has a powerful role to play when it comes to creating the ideal atmosphere in a room, so here are some overly energising or stressful colours to avoid. Baby pink […]
Period property owners looking for metal gates should always consider the architectural style of their house. This ensures the gates are in harmony with the property and don’t contrast with the architecture. Georgian and Victorian Properties For obvious reasons, Georgian style gates are the ideal choice for Georgian properties and Victorian style gates are the […]
Many animals have lived alongside humans for centuries and the most ubiquitous of animals that benefit from being where humans are, of course, are rats. Rats often find a perfect home near human homes because they are provided with everything they need- a constant food supply, shelter and places to raise their young. However, rats […]
Zinc nickel is a highly corrosion resistant coating used to protect metals from corrosion and wear. It is relatively straightforward to apply and provides an excellent protective coating with greater protective properties than many other plating processes. This type of plating contains the properties of zinc and nickel combined into a single, thin coating for […]
To be honest, welding is one of those awesome-looking skills that gets really fun when it works. Sparks flying, the metal coming together into a nice bead, like if you lined up all of your tiny coins. But in real life? Welding can be like barbecuing in the rain: functional, however, not always your ideal […]
Fire risk assessments keep people safe and so it’s important they are completed properly; by breaking things into clear steps, a fire risk assessment Gloucester becomes more manageable. Step one: Understand the purpose and scope A Fire Risk Assessment is a legal requirement. The first step is getting a sense of what needs to be […]
If you’re thinking about updating your bathroom this year, you’re not alone. Bathrooms are becoming somewhere to relax and switch off and the trends for 2026 reflect that change by creating designs that are simple and easy to live with. Calm, Natural Colours Soft, neutral shades are still popular because they make bathrooms feel peaceful […]