Industry News Archive

Garden inspiration from show

30 April 2010
Conservatory owners planning on improving their view by investing in their garden could head to the forthcoming Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show.Taking place from May 25th to 29th, the event represents the pinnacle of gardening in...

Grand Designs Live begins tomorrow

30 April 2010
Brits planning to improve their home and searching for a source of inspiration could find it in London this week.The Grand Designs Live show is celebrating its sixth year in the capital and will run for nine days from tomorrow (May 1st).The event aims...

Government 'should stop trying to boost property prices'

30 April 2010
Those trying to decide whether it is a better idea to move to a larger home or extend their current property with something like a bespoke conservatory could be interested in comments from Firstrung.It claimed that the government should abandon efforts...

How to spot cowboy builders

29 April 2010
Brits considering investing in a new home improvement have been given tips on how to spot cowboy builders.Whether it is a pool house or bespoke conservatory, kitchen extension or roof light, the repercussions of having an unscrupulous firm install it...

Remember garden insurance, conservatory owners told

29 April 2010
Conservatory owners who have invested in their gardens to improve their view should ensure that they have adequate insurance, it has been claimed.According to moneysupermarket.com the two forthcoming bank holiday weekends will see Brits taking to their...

Make sure tradesmen have insurance

29 April 2010
Homeowners planning on having a bespoke conservatory, pool house, kitchen extension or some other large home improvement project carried out by tradesmen should take precautions, it has been suggested.According to Sainsbury's Finance, it would be prudent...

Don't take DIY risks, Brits told

29 April 2010
Brits are often keen to take on DIY tasks, but should be careful not to cut corners, it has been claimed.While it might be a good idea to let the professionals take care of larger projects - such as bespoke conservatories - homeowners can manage a lot...

Holiday weekend 'ideal for home improvements'

29 April 2010
This bank holiday weekend is set to be a popular time for home improvements due to having an extra day to get things done, it has been claimed.Whether it is building a bespoke conservatory or simply installing a roof light, long weekends are often when...

Add lavender to the garden

28 April 2010
Those who have invested in a bespoke conservatory and now wish to improve the garden that surrounds it could consider adding lavender.The scented herb is the Horticultural Trades Association's (HTA) plant of the month for May and is a great addition to...

Translucent worktops 'the future of kitchens'

28 April 2010
Homeowners investing in a stylish new bespoke glazed kitchen extension may be interested in a new product said to be the future of cooking spaces.The HI-MACS worktop is made by Lucent from translucent materials and was presented at a recent cocktail reception...

Improving the conservatory view

28 April 2010
Those who have invested in a bespoke conservatory have been given some tips on cleaning up their garden to help improve the view.The Handy Squad explained that the May bank holiday weekend offers a great opportunity to get the yard tidied up.It suggests...

Conservatives: Hips benefit no one

27 April 2010
Brits planning to build a bespoke conservatory may be interested in claims that home information packs (Hips) benefit no one.According to Conservative shadow local government and planning minister Bob Neill, housing professionals "overwhelmingly"...

Green improvements 'should be made cheaper'

27 April 2010
Brits upgrading their home with a bespoke conservatory or other improvement should be encouraged to do so using sustainable practices, it has been suggested.According to business and technology consultancy Logica, it is "absolutely critical"...

Housing industry to remain flat

27 April 2010
Brits contemplating whether to move home or invest in a home improvement, such as a bespoke conservatory, may be interested in the latest Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) statement.The organisation suggested that there is likely to be no significant...

Brits more inclined to stay at home

27 April 2010
Brits are now more inclined to stay at home than enjoy a trip to the cinema, research from the firm revealed.Its study found that 53 per cent of Brits would now rather spend quality time entertaining friends and family at home than going out.It also showed...

Homeowners should maintain boilers

26 April 2010
Brits investing in a new glazed kitchen extension and energy efficient boiler may be interested in the latest comments from the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (CIPHE).The organisation suggested that such boilers need annual maintenance...

Plot thickens for cowboy conservatory builder

23 April 2010
Following recent reports of a cowboy conservatory builder ripping off residents in the Glasgow and Lanarkshire areas, it has been revealed that his con-artistry runs deeper than was previously thought.Brits who agree cut-price deals with such tradesmen...

Liverpool residents could live in city's greenest home

23 April 2010
Residents in Liverpool are being asked to apply to live in what is set to be the city's greenest house.The 130-year-old double-fronted residence will feature a conservatory that will heat the home, as well as a number of other eco-friendly installations.More...

Solar power investment 'makes sense'

23 April 2010
Brits investing in a bespoke conservatory or other form of home improvement may wish to combine it with solar power.It was recently predicted that the renewable energy source industry will become a "really good growth market" in the next few...

First-time buyer numbers at 20-year low

21 April 2010
Homeowners may be encouraged to invest in a space-adding home improvement after learning that the number of first-time buyers in the market has fallen to its lowest level in decades.Brits could opt for a bespoke conservatory or loft conversion with roof...

Home improvers 'should think about energy efficiency'

21 April 2010
Brits investing in a bespoke lean-to conservatory may be interested in the latest comments from the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC).The body suggested that those improving their property should seek to improve the energy efficiency of the home...

Home improvers want to create perfect space

20 April 2010
Brits who improve their home are more interested in creating the ideal living space than increasing its value, it has been found.According to a study carried out by housing charity Shelter and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), 74 per cent...

Vandals attack historic conservatory

20 April 2010
Vandals have attacked a conservatory at a historic building in Sunderland, it has been revealed.According to the Sunderland Echo, arsonists set fire to Doxford House on Warden Law Lane yesterday (April 19th).The blaze was started in the glazed extension...

The case against using cowboy conservatory builders

19 April 2010
An article in a Scottish newspaper has shown how some homeowners take a big risk when entrusting their property to cowboy builders in the hope of saving cash.The Rutherglen Reformer revealed how a Cambuslang resident has lost £6,000 after paying...

Conservatory owners given award

19 April 2010
A Scottish family who installed a system that takes heat from their conservatory and pumps it around the home has won an environmental award.According to the Energy Saving Trust, the McDermid family from West Calder have taken advantage of the fact that...

Protect your conservatory on the cheap

19 April 2010
British homeowners who have installed a bespoke conservatory or other lean-to glazed extension may be keen to protect their investment from burglars.According to one expert, technology has advanced to a level where it is easy for almost anyone to install...

Conservatory divides neighbours

16 April 2010
The importance of consulting neighbours over plans for a bespoke lean-to conservatory or other home improvement has been highlighted in a recent article in a national newspaper.According to the Guardian, residents in the Welsh suburb of Rhwbina are at...

Elderly club members get conservatory funding

16 April 2010
A club set up to give elderly citizens a place to meet and enjoy time together has managed to gain funding for a new glazed extension.The Victor Street Natter Club offers its more than 30 members activities such as bingo, parties and coffee mornings,...

Don't be afraid of DIY, Brits told

15 April 2010
Brits have been urged to take the initiative when it comes to upgrading their property.According to JML resident DIY and car care presenter Andrew Bernard, property owners should not be afraid of making their home improvement dreams a reality.He said...

Home improvements 'should be for your own benefit'

15 April 2010
Brits have been advised to improve their homes for their own benefit and no one else's.According to Location, Location, Location presenter Phil Spencer, it is better to upgrade your home and live in it, rather than investing in it just before you sell.In...

How to minimise allergy risk with conservatory

14 April 2010
Allergy-prone Brits who have invested in a bespoke conservatory may be interested in advice on how to avoid problems in the home.According to ACP Solutions, which supplies Astex allergy bedding, there are a number of steps homeowners can take to alleviate...

Author's conservatory view set to be spoiled by flats

14 April 2010
The view from a conservatory used by a renowned 19th century author could soon be spoiled by a new development, it has been suggested.George Eliot, who wrote The Mill On The Floss from the glazed extension to his Putney home, loved the vista she enjoyed...

Bold colours can update a home

13 April 2010
Brits who have invested in a bespoke conservatory and wish to give the rest of their home a new look should use bold colours, it has been claimed.According to the firm behind the Ideal Home Show, statement tones are "the way forward" for people...

Home improvement popularity rising

13 April 2010
An increasing number of Brits are electing to upgrade their homes, it has been claimed.In the aftermath of the recession, homeowners are choosing to install bespoke conservatories and other home improvements rather than move house, according to Media...

Election could change face of property market

13 April 2010
Brits considering whether to move home or stay put and improve could have their decision swayed by the results of next month's general election.According to Briffy.com, the housing market could be impacted by how the public votes, with a change of government...

The future of home security systems

12 April 2010
Brits who have invested in a bespoke conservatory and want to boost security may be interested in the latest comments from a specialist firm.Locked Up Monitored Security suggested that its wire-free home automation system could be the future of home safety.The...

Election could impact housing industry

12 April 2010
The result of the forthcoming general election could have an impact on the number of people investing in a bespoke conservatory or some other form of home improvement.Those unhappy with their property often face a choice between moving house or staying...

Decorating advice from Dulux

12 April 2010
Brits who are deciding how to decorate their new glazed extension may be interested in the latest comments from a paint manufacturer.Dulux brand manager David Shepherd recently suggested that there is currently a trend for complimenting plain shades of...

Brits ignorant to extra moving costs

09 April 2010
Brits contemplating whether to move house or upgrade their current property with a bespoke conservatory or other improvement may be interested in new research from unbiased.co.uk.The firm found that a quarter of homebuyers are ignorant to the extra fees...

House price confidence increasing

09 April 2010
Brits planning on investing in a bespoke conservatory in order to make their property more desirable to future buyers may be interested in the latest comments from mousprice.com.The website suggested that confidence in the housing market is at its highest...

Home improvement arguments 'common'

08 April 2010
British couples struggling to decide on the bespoke conservatory they want should not fret about any disagreements.According to the Daily Mail's Bel Mooney, people often fall out over decisions made when it comes to improving the house.More often than...

Conservatories pay dividends in Nailsea show

08 April 2010
Conservatory owners in Somerset have told a local newspaper how they used their glazed structures to help them prepare for a recent event.The Mercury revealed how Nailsea residents taking part in the annual Easter Saturday Show at a local school had been...

Home improvers 'should not fear Hips'

07 April 2010
Brits investing in a bespoke conservatory, pool house or other glazed extension should bear in mind that details of the improvement will have to be included in a home information pack (Hips) should they eventually sell the house.The documents caused controversy...

First-time buyers still struggling to climb ladder

07 April 2010
Homeowners hoping to sell their house may find that the changes to stamp duty threshold do little for their chances, it has been claimed.According to Firstrung, the government's decision to waive stamp duty on properties being bought by first-time buyers...

MP sells home with conservatory

07 April 2010
The addition of a conservatory may have helped a Luton MP sell her house just one month before her tenure comes to an end.Margaret Moran was one of the parliamentary figures alleged by the Daily Telegraph to have manipulated the system to upgrade both...

Homeowners could be paid for reducing energy expenditure

06 April 2010
Brits planning to invest in a bespoke conservatory or other form of glazed extension may wish to ensure it is as eco-friendly as possible.A new government initiative is set to reward those who improve the energy efficiency of their homes.The Carbon Reduction...

New figures show cost of DIY disasters

06 April 2010
The case for calling in a reputable company to install a bespoke conservatory or any other large home improvement project has been strengthened by the latest statistics from Santander.According to the bank, the total cost of DIY disasters is around £331...

Conservatory planning deferrals 'frustrating'

01 April 2010
A conservatory extension is at the centre of a long-running dispute over planning permission in Thurrock.The local authority for the town in the south-east has deferred decisions on a number of projects numerous times and the owners are becoming increasingly...

Britons' DIY incompetency

01 April 2010
A large proportion of Brits are too incompetent to perform simple home improvement tasks, it has been claimed.According to Halifax Home Insurance, two-thirds of the UK population do not have the spatial awareness to undertake DIY projects.The organisation...

Brits 'should attempt more home improvements'

01 April 2010
There is a real need for Brits to integrate basic home improvement skills back into family life, it has been suggested.While some projects, such as erecting a bespoke conservatory, should be left to experts, many can be done by homeowners themselves with...

Industry News Archive - April 2010