CONTENTS MAR/APR 2019


PRODUCT FEATURES


35 Looking beneath the


surface


David Sherry from Dreadnought Tiles explains the importance of looking beyond the marketing when choosing traditional clay plain tiles


CASE STUDY


16 Windows of opportunity


The Browns had never considered building their own home, but the chance to create a ‘Glasshouse’ with views of the Forth Bridge and Edinburgh Castle was too good to miss. Roseanne Field reports


39 The lap of luxury


Paul Bailey of Grohe UK offers tips to self-builders on how to add a luxurious feel to your bathroom, whether you’re working to a tight budget, or you are ready to ‘splash some cash’


REGULARS 4


News 12


Ask the Expert: A guide to garage doors


When transforming your property the garage door probably isn’t the first thing you consider, but it can make a huge difference to the appearance of your home. David O’Mara of Hörmann UK answers your questions on the options available to self-builders


march/april 2019


43 The building blocks of


driveway success 24


Grand Designs Live Show Preview


Grand Designs Live returns to London’s ExCeL from 4 –12 May, offering expert advice, product launches and specialist exhibitors


26


Home Styling: Dark intentions


51 Classified & Directory


Lee Dunderdale of Bradstone spells out everything you need to know about block paving a drive, from planning, design and excavation through to the key aspects of installation, and finishing touches


49 Clearly beautiful


Tanzeela Yasin of IQ Glass explains the aesthetic benefits of including frameless glass balustrades in your project, but also the safety considerations that you need to take into account


PRODUCTS


FINANCE & INSURANCE


SITE PREPARATION


Building Products & Services 30 Drainage & Plumbing


BUILDING FABRIC & EXTERIORS


Doors & Windows Heating


Roofing & Cladding SIPs


Timber & Joinery


29 30 34 37 34


FIXTURES & FINISHES Bathrooms & Wetrooms


Doors & Windows


External Surfaces (inc. Driveways) Fires & Fireplaces


Kitchens & Appliances Stairs & Balustrades


www.sbhonline.co.uk 29 Plant, Tools & Equipment 29 28


38 40


41 42


Floors & Floor Coverings 42 HVAC


47 45 48


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