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5 Ways to Upgrade your Garden Pergola
Discover the best pergola ideas for upgrading your outdoor space. Pergolas with a roof are more usable but what roofing material should you use? Learn what lights, plants and décor is in trend...
Pros and Cons of Roofing Felt for Sheds - Shed Felt or Sheets?
What is the best roofing material for a shed? Learn the pros and cons of using roofing felt for sheds. Discover the best shed felt alternatives...
Garden Canopy Roofing Guide - Which canopy cover is best?
A Garden Canopy is perfect for outdoor living. Choose the right roofing sheet to create a waterproof canopy for your garden. Find out whether glass, corrugated plastic or polycarbonate best?
Glass Mirror Versus Plastic Mirror Sheets
What are best - glass mirror or mirrored plastic sheets? Learn how to cut mirror and the easier installation process. Are glass mirrors or plastic mirrors stronger?
What is a Pergola? – and why you need one!
A pergola is a structure which consists of posts, beams and a grid of rafters - but its more than that! Learn the top 5 reason you should build a pergola. Find out if you need planning permission for a pergola?
The 4 Disadvantages of Composite Decking
Composite decking is available in just about every store - but do you know the Disadvantages of Composite Decking? Avoid these 4 composite decking problems.
Best Self Supporting Glazing Bars (PVC Vs Aluminium)
With the rise in timber costs, self supporting glazing bars are becoming an increasingly more economical option when building a canopy roof or lean...
How Much to Clean Gutters (and why they block!)
Gutters are integral to protecting the foundation and outer walls of a building from water damage and damp. Despite their importance, blocked gutte...
The Best Installation Methods for PVC Wall Cladding Sheets
The Best Installation Methods for PVC Wall Cladding Sheets
Installing PVC Wall Cladding sheets is one of the best ways to create a waterproof wall ...
Guide to Corramet Corrugated Roofing Sheets
In the world of corrugated roofing, Corramet roof sheets are the new best sheeting material option for installers to consider. ‘What is Corramet?...
3m Corrugated Plastic Roofing Sheets - Sorted
Corrugated Roofing Sheets are commonly used for waterproofing Shed Roofs, Garages, Carports, Pergolas, Canopies and many other Outbuildings. Howeve...
Top Garden Projects to complete this Summer
As the days get longer, admit it, there’s that one DIY garden project you’ve always wanted to do. Whether it’s building a pergola, adding a deckin...