Category Archives: Home Improvements
Retrofit and Energy Efficiency in UK Housing: A Pathway to a Sustainable Future
As the United Kingdom grapples with the dual challenges of climate change and a rising cost of living, the spotlight is increasingly turning towards housing retrofit and energy efficiency. The UK’s commitment to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 necessitates a radical transformation in how energy is used in homes. With over 28 million […]
Buying Eco-Friendly Summerhouses: Best Sustainable Options
Summerhouses have long been cherished as serene escapes within the confines of one’s own garden. These versatile structures serve various purposes, from home offices and art studios to relaxation spaces and social hubs. As environmental consciousness grows, many homeowners are seeking eco-friendly options for their summerhouses. This article explores the environmental benefits of summerhouses and […]
Smart Home Technologies: Revolutionizing Energy Efficiency
As the world grapples with the dual challenges of energy conservation and climate change, the role of smart home technologies has become increasingly significant. These technologies not only promise to make our lives more convenient but also play a crucial role in optimizing energy use and reducing our carbon footprint. This blog post delves into […]
Saving Energy in Your Living Room
Your living room may be the place you escape to at the end of a long day at work, or where you like to gather the family on a weekend; but have you had a look round to see where you could be wasting energy and consequently money with your energy bills? There are many […]
Finnish Broadcasting Company: Why Helsinki doesn’t extend upwards?
Extensions to existing buildings are beginning to rise above the urban and industrial areas of Helsinki’s currently rather horizontal skyline. As The Finnish Broadcasting Company YLE reports, the number of extensions upward is still quite small – yet there is growing interest in the air. The demand for housing in urban areas continues to grow […]
Choosing Energy-Efficient Windows
Windows are one of the ways in which heat will be lost from your home, but with improved technology, energy-efficient windows can reduce the amount of heat lost as well as the amount of noise that enters into your home. This can be achieved with secondary glazing, double or triple glazing or more simply, by […]
How to make your windows more energy efficient
At this time of the year we are very used to hearing people ask how they can avoid losing heat through their windows. Windows feel much colder in winter and they can be very inefficient. Looking at ways to make your windows more energy efficient can help you to save money and use less energy […]
Sophisticated radiators for the stylish home
We all know that the main purpose of radiators is to heat your home but just because they are practical doesn’t mean they cannot be stylish. Whether you want your radiators to stand out as a design feature in a contemporary apartment or blend in sympathetically with a Victorian building, cast iron radiators in a […]
Is double-glazing worth the cost?
With all the hype surrounding green energy and efficiency it is difficult to decide what is the right choice for your home, especially with contractors quoting extortionate amounts of money for certain jobs. Most of us follow the logic that heat rises and so loft insulation is the first important step in insulating your property. […]
5 Easy Ways To Tackle Soaring Home Energy Costs
It goes without saying that times have been tough in recent years, and it’s had an enormous impact on household finances. One area that seems to have particularly spiralled out of control is energy costs – with a rising dependence on foreign resources, we’ve seen a 131.1% rise in costs over the last 10 years.
What is the cheapest way to improve insulation in my home?
One of the best ways to insulate your home is to install cavity wall insulation. Generally speaking, most homes built after 1920 come with a gap between the external and internal walls that can cause your home to be significantly less insulated. Consumer group Which? actually reported that if you leave this gap untreated then […]
Interior Design Tips for Decorating Your Conservatory this Summer
A conservatory allows you the chance to enjoy the benefits of the summer while sheltering you from the unpredictable British weather, and it is for this reason that they are one of the most sought after features for homeowners in 2014. However, too often people neglect to keep their conservatory’s design fresh and updated, instead […]
Things to Know Before Getting Cavity Wall Insulation
Cavity Wall insulation is a well known and well marketed energy efficiency measure. There are ongoing grants and schemes to help with the costs of Cavity Wall insulation and it definitely has an effect on helping to retain heat and therefore reduce heating costs of a property. However, there are always things you should check […]
6 Tips for choosing insulation for your home
Choosing insulation material for your home can be a difficult task. There are so many options and it can be difficult to select the right thing for you. You need insulation otherwise you will lose a quarter of your heat through your roof. Also, if you choose the correct insulation, it can be effective for […]
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