Category: Energy Saving

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Conservatory or extension – which should you choose?

Renovating your home is one of the biggest, most costly projects you can undertake. Your home is often your biggest asset so its important to get major decisions on the scale of your renovation right in the first place, instead of starting to have regrets midway through. One of the most pressing choices you might…

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Kitchen Heating Ideas For Winter

Heating a kitchen can be surprisingly difficult in the winter without adequate preparation. Depending on the size of your kitchen, ordinary heating may not be enough. You’re also not guaranteed to have any heating available in the first place. Many kitchens are designed without specific heating considerations nowadays. So, to keep your kitchen, here are…

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House renovation: where to start when renovating a house

So, you’re thinking about renovating your house? House renovation is a topic capable of shaking most people’s nerves – there’s a lot of time, effort, and money involved in even the smallest projects. The overwhelming nature of renovation makes homeowners delay or postpone their plans indefinitely. But it doesn’t have to be as chaotic as…

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What to do with an underfloor heating leak

Underfloor heating leaks don’t happen often, but when they do, it can be quite a stressful situation. Leaving a leak, no matter how slight it is, can cause extensive damage to your floors and subfloor, which can be expensive to repair. So, what should you do if you have an underfloor heating leak? We’ll tell…

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9 Innovative Garage Conversion Ideas for UK Homes

t’s time to clear out the clutter and come up with some garage conversion ideas that will transform your home garage into a usable space. Garages, especially in the UK, often become a dumping ground for tools, Christmas decorations, and sports equipment instead of fulfilling their original purposes of keeping cars safe and covered.  In…

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How to stop condensation

Condensation is nothing short of a pain, but with humidity levels hitting around 50 – 70% in most properties[i], it can sometimes feel inevitable. When winter creeps up on you and you start to see water droplets collecting on your window, you know you’re in for a long season of fighting dampness, mildew, and mould….

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How does underfloor heating work?

If you’re asking yourself the question, “how does underfloor heating work?” you are in the right place. The team at Underfloor Heating Trade Supplies have put together this informative guide to explain in simple terms how underfloor heating actually works without any of the complicated, unnecessary jargon you might find in other guides. The basic…

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Electric or water underfloor heating – which is best for you?

Underfloor heating has become more and more popular in recent years, being hailed as a more eco-friendly and cost-effective way to heat homes. But many people are unaware of the different types of systems that are available. If you need more information on whether to choose electric or water underfloor heating, this is the guide…

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How To Save Energy at Home

The cost of living seems to increase with alarming regularity and many homeowners try to find ways to bring their household expenses down. While it may be difficult to lower some household costs, you can easily learn how to save energy at home. The average UK household consumes approximately 2,900kWh annually[i]. However, this usage can…

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Common Plumbing Questions & Their Answers

When something goes wrong with your plumbing, the consequences are often too much (and too expensive) to think about. Fortunately, with a bit of time, understanding and plumbing supplies, you may be able to solve some of the most common plumbing questions yourself. Many minor plumbing issues aren’t too difficult to solve, and, with our help,…

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