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Home Styling - Luxury for less With increasing focus on creating bathrooms as design-led,


luxurious spaces, Sophie Schofield of Ribble Valley Bathrooms gives her tips on how to create a spa-like retreat without blowing the budget


Interior Inspiration - Kitchens & Appliances When it comes to making the ‘heart of the home’ function as


healthily as it can, you need to choose the right units and appliances for your space and needs. This selection helps you pick from some of the latest kitchen furniture and devices out there, to make your kitchen look brilliant as well as work efficiently.


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Ask The Expert - It’s time for timber Andrew Orriss of the Structural Timber Association explains


the basics around choosing structural timber, and why it holds so much promise for self-builds, particularly on sustainability grounds


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Structural warranties – a guide Advantage Home Construction Insurance (AHCI) navigates


through the often complex world of structural warranties required by mortgage firms, providing some clarity for self-builders


Happy when it rains


Not only can a rainwater harvesting system be a first line of defence against flooding, it can also help you achieve long term sustainability in our unpredictable climate. Jae Lester of RainWater Harvesting explains


Forming an opinion Chris Stride at ICFA discusses why self-builders, particularly those looking to maximise energy efficiency, should consider building with Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF)


Versatile wet rooms Neil Whitehead from Impey offers insights into how to create the ideal wetroom or wet area shower space for every size and style of home


Small is beautiful With an increasing value being placed on outdoor spaces, Ronan O’Dowd of Acheson & Glover shares top tips on how to make the most of a small garden


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