Blog

Condensation is the most common cause of damp. In fact, according to the UKHSA, in England alone, “there are around 2 million people currently living in homes with significant damp and/or mould (3-4% of residences).” This is a major issue for many households and as a result, keeping homes dry and airy is a major part of regular maintenance.This is where our guide can help as we look at what causes condensation, how to treat it and prevent condensation from developing into something a …

Your door handle gets more use than almost any other component in your home. From morning commutes to evening garden visits, the humble handle endures hundreds of daily uses. This can wear parts over time, making your door handles become loose, stiff, or just grubby. When this happens, it's time for a replacement – and the good news is, it's easier than you might think. Why Replace Your Door Handle? A faulty door handle isn't just frustrating; it can compromise your home's security and ker …

A tilt and turn window is a window which opens inwards, however, they offer you two ways to open the window. Firstly, it tilts opening from the top, allowing you to ventilate your room. Secondly, you can ‘turn’ the window whilst hinged from the side, giving you a large opening. These windows are particularly popular in UK home due to their elegant appearance and practical features. Their dual functionality makes them particularly suitable for modern homes where space efficiency and v …

If you’re reading this, you’re probably looking for a solution to fix your annoyingly loose uPVC door handle. In this blog, we’re going to run through what causes door handles to become loose, before showing you how to replace uPVC door handles.Why Do UPVC Door Handles Stop Working?There are a number of reasons that can cause a uPVC door handle to stop working properly or even break completely. This can be incredibly frustrating (of course the handle’s going to break on a busy weekend!) and ofte …

In this guide I will take you through the steps of how to replace a tilt and turn window handle. It’s very easy to do, so if you’re not that confident of a DIYer then don’t worry! If you have changed a normal upvc window handle before then this is no different.How to measure a tilt and turn window handleMeasuring a tilt and turn window handle is very simple as they’re quite universal. This means you only need to measure two things to ensure it will fit. Firstly, you will need to remove your …