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SOUND AND VISION A major renovation of a hilltop bungalow in Devon opened up fantastic estuary views for the growing family of a music producer, while doubling as an occasional recording studio
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HEAT STORAGE MADE EASY The thermal store is a powerful technology that can be used in a variety of ways to ‘future proof’ properties, enabling self-builders to take full advantage of renewables, when used in the best combination. Richard Hanson-Graville of Thermal Integration explains
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HI-TECH KITCHENS FOR A HEALTHIER, GREENER FUTURE Zip Water UK’s Russell Owens discusses why hi-tech kitchen appliances are such an important ingredient in today’s self-builds
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A SPECIAL BOND Madeleine McDermott of Resin Bonded explores why resin-bound surfaces are becoming the latest trend to appear in driveways and gardens thanks to a range of performance benefits
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THE POWER OF COLOUR Crown Paints’ Kathryn Lloyd looks into the latest paint shades and design ideas, and explains how quality formulations and technology can help bring colour to life both indoors and out
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PUTTING SMOKE ALARMS ON THE SPOT Kidde Safety discusses current regulations for smoke and heat alarms and whether they go far enough to maximise safety
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IT’S EASY BEING GREEN Michael Nicholls of OrganoWood UK explains what sustainability means when it comes to external wood treatment, and how selfbuilders can benefit from ‘going green’
Air Conditioning & Ventilation............10 Appointments & News.................13-14 Building Products and Services ..........14 Finance & Insurance ........................14 Floors & Floor Coverings ..................15 Doors & Windows ..........................24 Fires & Fireplaces............................24 Insulation.......................................24 Ground Reinforcement .....................33 Groundworks & Sewage Treatment.....33 Heating & Renewable Energy .......34-37 Kitchens & Appliances.................37-39 Landscaping & External Finishes ....39-41 Paints, Coatings & Sealants..........42-43 Rainwater & Greywater Products........45 Roofing ....................................44-47 Smoke & Fire Protection ...............46-47 Stairs, Balustrades & Balconies......47-48 Sustainable Homes .....................48-50 Timber & Joinery .............................50 Water & Damp Proofing...................50
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