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Lower Barn Farm Sabden'epo a


Lower Bam Farm is a hugely characterful property, vastly extended and completely renovated this beautifully appointed internal accommodation still offers a wealth of original character Set in large formal gardens it has the benefit of a pool, games room a separate 2 bed apartmentand 4 stables. EPC Rating E


Hacking Boat House Stonyhurst £1,300,000" j


An historic property sympathetically converted by the current owners into an impressive country residence. This 6 bedroom period property has spacious internal living accommodation over 3 floors, lying in substantial gardens with a tennis court and stunning open aspects over rolling farmland. EPC Rating E


Shireburn House BarnTHurst Green £i,250,000 I


An exceptional detached stone bam conversion offering a wealth of versatile accommodation. Lying in approx 4 acres o f formal gardens, orchard and meadow. Adjoining the property is a large detached Coach House newly constructed in 2007 currently housing a double garage and separate self- contained two storey apartment and integral stabling for one. EPC Rating E


Howto... Ifyouwanttoinsuiateyourhome'sloft .


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Ribblecote Manor Hellifield £950,000


This stunning detached property is peacefully nestled in rural countryside and benefits from delightful aspects encompassing both Hambledon Hill and Winter Hill. Cappers Farm blends beautiful period features with contemporary fixtures and fittings and some bespoke furniture hand crafted by local tradesmen. 17 acres of land is available by separate negotiation. EPC Rating E


Spacious architect designed detached residence occupying a very pleasant rural location with open aspects to the front just 1.5 miles from Hellifield Offering substantial internal accommodation over 3 floors inc 7 en-suite bedrooms, indoor pool & snooker room plus double garage & workshop. EPC Rating D


The Old Coach House Sabden £785,000


A beautiful 5 bedroom family home which has never been marketed before,very rarely do you find a house o f this age with rooms of such huge proportions. An imposing detached residence occupying an exceptional rural location accessed via a private road on the fringe o f Sabden village and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. EPC Rating D


£150 for a semi and £140 for a mid-terraced house,


1 Hillock Farm Nr Pleasington , £750.000 • j


Originally owned by the De-Hoghton estate, Hillock Farm is an excellent stone built detached bam which was skilfully converted in 1980 under the supervision of Chadwick and Bracewell a well-known firm of local architects. This 5/6 bedroom house offers superb family accommodation and lies in approx 25 acres of land with garage, workshop and former piggery. EPC Rating E


Meg Hall Thomley £700.000


A detached former farmhouse and shippon lying in an exceptional elevated location. With multi-flexible 4 bed internal accommodation a self-contained I bed flat adjoins the house which could be used within the mam living accommodation or is ideal for dependent relatives, B & B or office space. EPC Rating D


Lakeside View Clowbridge £525,000


Delightful 4 bedroom conversion of a stone built period property formerly a village school house, substantially altered & redesigned by the current owners. Superb location with 180 degree views over Clowbridge Reservoir and beyond. Double garage with first floor office/play room, gardens & patio. EPC Rating C


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Saving Trust (www.en- ergysavingtrust.org.uk). Before you start, check for things like damp and rot in the loft. If you spot anything that concerns you, call in an, expert, unless you’re con­ fident you can deal with it yourself..


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Mineral wool in­ sulation is often


used in lofts, but


it can irritate the skin,throat and


eyes (unless encased in foil), so wear gloves, goggles, a dust mask and overalls when fitting it. You may •


' prefer eco alternatives, such as insulation made from sheep’s wool or recy­ cled newspapers or plastic


Insulating an unin­ sulated loft could


save you around £250 a year for a detached house,


bottles-try B&Q for these. Before buying in­


the same width or bigger - cut it with a saw when it’s rolled up to make life easier. The first layer of insulation should be laid between the,


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joists, with a second layer , on top, laid at 90 degrees, up to the required depth (see below). When joining • piecesof insulation, butt them together.


The recommend­ ed depth for mineral wool in­ sulation is usual-


____ ly 27cm, but this may vary for other types ui nia i


of insulation, so check the p a c k in g or direct with the


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manufacturer. You don’t have to start from scratch ifvou already have insula- tion (in good condition) in.


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sulation, measure the floor joists in the loft and try to get insulation


A plasterer recently told me that one of the best ways \


.to dry new plaster is to use;


i’a dehumidifier to suck the ■ • . moisture out of it, and it really - works, especially at this . .■


■ time of year when you don't ; necessarily want to open the •'


windowstojdryit.:, ' '


; I recommend Screwfix’s 12ltr j Dehumidifier(£139.99/product


j no. 72503), which is compact i ’’and affordable, but; most v ;


place - just put the new stuff on top.


If you want to use the loft for stor­ age, you’ll need to board it, but don’t ‘


_ put boards direct­


ly on top of the insulation because they will compress


if and make it less effective. Instead, use loft legs, which raise the boards above the insulation so it’s not com-


. • pressed, or rigid insulation, , which can’t be compressed;


importantly, extracts moisture quickly and quietly. It has a


defrost mode for operating in :. low temperatures, shuts off v.;:


automatically when the water : tank's full and can be hooked up to drain continuously : . without using the tank. Best of all, it works a treat in cold, damp and condensation-prone rooms, making them feel kt ■; warmer and less wintry in no.- ■ time. •'


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