Industry News Archive

Conservatory specialist recruits new surveyor

30 June 2010
While many UK businesses have struggled in recent times due to the recession, high demand from customers has led to one bespoke conservatory firm expanding its team.Apropos Tectonic has appointed Joel Rossiter as a surveyor to help it complete orders...

How to brighten up your home life

30 June 2010
Brits who feel their home could do with more light might benefit from looking into getting a bespoke lean-to conservatory.While in years gone by, glazed additions to the home came in only a limited number of shapes and sizes, modern technology and design...

Apropos expands its design team

29 June 2010
Such is the demand for bespoke conservatories, kitchen extensions and pool houses that glazed structure specialists Apropos Tectonic has moved to expand its team.The Ashton-under-Lyne-based company has appointed a new design engineer in the shape of Andrew...

Interest rates reflect home costs

29 June 2010
The base rate of interest could be having a knock-on effect on the cost of running a home, it has been suggested.Recent figures from Halifax show that the cost of owning a property has fallen by more than £500 per year over the past 24 months.Yourmortgage.co.uk...

Household costs dip by six per cent

28 June 2010
Homeowners may find they have extra cash to invest into a bespoke lean-to conservatory or other improvement after new figures showed a fall in the cost of running a property.According to the Halifax statistics, the average cost of owning a home has fallen...

Interest rate stabilisation helps repossessions fall

28 June 2010
The stabilisation of interest rates has been credited with the fall in the number of repossessions in recent times.After a rocky period for the property industry, recent figures from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) have shown a decline in home...

Budget 'not too detrimental to housing market'

28 June 2010
Homeowners who have invested in a bespoke conservatory to increase the appeal of their property can breathe a little easier following last week's Budget announcement.While there had been concern that some of the decisions taken by chancellor George Osborne...

Homeowners to feel budget impact

25 June 2010
Homeowners who have invested in a bespoke lean-to conservatory in order to make their property more attractive to buyers could feel the effects of the latest Budget.According to firstrungnow.com, the changes to capital gains tax could increase competition...

Make the most of garden foods

25 June 2010
With kitchen extensions bringing those who love cooking closer to their garden, Harrod Horticulture has released a new range of kitchenware that is ideal for those who grow their own food.According to the firm, Brits will find the products perfect for...

Limestone Gallery to have sale

24 June 2010
Brits who are in the process of improving their home may be excited by the prospect of the Limestone Gallery warehouse sale.Beginning on June 30th, it is the first clearance the company has had in five years and will see products reduced by up to 70 per...

Prestigious furniture fair in Chelsea Barracks

24 June 2010
Brits who have invested in a bespoke conservatory may be interested in attending an event taking place in London.The Chelsea Barracks is hosting the Masterpiece Fair, where visitors can peruse and buy in excess of £1 billion worth of fine furniture...

Blinds firm to help cut child injuries

23 June 2010
Brits who have invested in a lean-to conservatory and are considering purchasing bespoke blinds may be interested in a warning from one specialist firm.Apollo Blinds pointed out that the cords commonly used to operate blinds can be a safety risk to children.It...

Hips suspension 'has not helped housing market'

23 June 2010
The suspension of home information packs (Hips) has not had the desired impact on the housing market, it has been claimed.While there has been a rise in the number of homes being put up for sale, Firstrung has suggested that the Hips scrappage may not...

Stamp duty could have large impact on housing market

22 June 2010
The future of stamp duty could be intertwined with those looking to sell their home, it has been suggested.According to figures from Lloyds Banking Group, changes to the tax could have a major impact on the housing market.Those who have built a bespoke...

Mortgage rates at seven-year low

22 June 2010
New statistics show the extent to which mortgage rates have fallen in recent years, with the average homeowner paying their lowest rate since 2003.According to the figures from Moneyfacts, the typical two-year fixed-rate home loan now costs just 4.52...

Protect your garden studio while on holiday

22 June 2010
Thousands of Brits are likely to head off on holiday this summer, but one home insurance firm has reminded vacationers to protect their property while they are gone.According to Aviva, outdoor buildings such as garden studios and sheds are particularly...

NAEA calls for housing pledges in Budget

21 June 2010
Brits who are planning to invest in a bespoke conservatory, pool house or garden studio to make their home more appealing to buyers may be interested in the latest comments from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).The body has set out a number...

Brits warned to protect gardens

21 June 2010
Brits have been encouraged to protect their gardens after new research revealed that the average yard is worth hundreds of pounds.A study by confused.com showed that the typical UK garden is worth £825, with lawnmowers, strimmers, sheds and greenhouses...

Garden ideas for conservatory owners

18 June 2010
Homeowners who have invested in a lean-to conservatory, folding sliding doors or a garden studio may be looking forward to enjoying the best of the UK summer outdoors.Storage firm Store has suggested that those who plan on using the garden to its full...

Rise in mortgage lending in May

18 June 2010
New statistics show that mortgage lending is on the up, which could please Brits who have invested in a conservatory or other home improvement to increase the appeal of their property.According to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) data, lending rose...

ClearSpan expands conservatory team

17 June 2010
Conservatory and glazed extension manufacturer Apropos has expanded its ClearSpan team.ClearSpan is a subsidiary of the firm that specialises in creating modern urban structures using aluminium, slim line folding sliding doors, roof lights and other features.A...

Garden studios perfect for summer

17 June 2010
Summer has arrived and Brits are likely to be planning barbecues, garden parties and other outdoor activities.Glazed structure specialist Apropos has suggested that now might be the ideal time to invest in one of its Atelier garden studios, which are...

Conservatory kitchens becoming more popular

17 June 2010
Conservatory kitchens appear to be en vogue at the moment with Apropos noting a rise in the number of enquiries about the glazed structures.According to the specialist, such home improvements are ideal for flooding the cooking and eating space with natural...

First-time buyers finding it easier

16 June 2010
Those who have invested in a pool house, kitchen extension or other home improvement with the intention of selling their property at a profit may be interested in the latest comments from John Charcol.According to the firm's senior technical manager Ray...

Decent time for first-time buyers

16 June 2010
Homeowners planning to invest in a new bespoke conservatory or other home improvement to make their house more attractive to future buyers may be interested in the latest comments from MyMortgageDirect.The firm suggested that the financial advantages...

House prices rise year-on-year

15 June 2010
Homeowners considering whether to extend their house with a home improvement such as a bespoke conservatory or move to a larger property may be interested in the latest figures from Communities and Local Government.According to the House Price Index,...

Majority of Brits would not buy property now

15 June 2010
The majority of Brits do not believe now is a good time to buy property, which could lead to some improving their current homes instead.According to the Building Societies Association (BSA), just 45 per cent of respondents to its latest survey believe...

First-time buyers still struggling for mortgages

15 June 2010
Brits trying to decide whether to move or improve may be interested in the latest statistics from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).The figures show that first-time buyers now make up the lowest proportion of home loan approvals since September 2007.Just...

Wallpaper 'still trendy'

14 June 2010
Brits who are planning to build a bespoke lean-to conservatory may be interested in the latest comments from Wallpaperdirect.According to the firm, wallpaper is still a trendy and effective way of improving the look and feel of a room.Representative Jan...

House prices could fall

14 June 2010
Homeowners considering whether to invest in a property extension may be interested to learn that house prices are likely to fall in the coming months.According to figures from FindaProperty.com, there are now more homes on the market than at any point...

South Ayrshire conservatory set for revamp

14 June 2010
Plans are in the pipeline for the redevelopment of an historic conservatory in Ayrshire, it has been revealed.According to About My Area, the conservatory in Belleisle Park is set to be restored to its former glory.At present, the conservatory is a shadow...

Rise in DIY across Britain

12 June 2010
New figures show that Britain is a nation of home improvers, with a high proportion having invested in their property over the past year.According to the Halifax statistics, more than half (56 per cent) of homeowners have carried out some sort of augmentation...

Changes to finance plan for home improvement scheme

10 June 2010
The government has made a pay as you save scheme available on a project designed to help Brits improve their homes.According to Great British Refurb Campaign director Simon McWhirter the decision to allow the initiative's users to pay back the cash they...

Ninth award for flooring firm

10 June 2010
Brits planning on investing in a new kitchen extension or bespoke lean-to conservatory may be interested in the results of the recent CFJ/CFA Flooring Industry Awards.One of the firms to be honoured was Kahrs, which won the hardwood flooring category...

Clarkson most popular house sitter

10 June 2010
Brits who have just invested thousands of pounds in a new bespoke conservatory or other home improvement may be forgiven for being overprotective of their home.However, new research has shown that a large proportion of UK citizens would leave their property...

London property 'a safe haven'

08 June 2010
Homeowners in London considering whether it would be best to move out of the city to a larger property or to extend their current house may be interested in the latest comments from Prickett & Ellis.While the property market has generally been a scary...

Bespoke conservatory firm employs new 3D visualise

08 June 2010
Brits considering investing in a bespoke lean-to conservatory or other made-to-measure home improvement may be interested in the latest news from Apropos Tectonic.The firm is a leading glass and aluminium structure specialist and has recently appointed...

Apropos re-launches Atelier website

08 June 2010
Brits considering investing in a garden studio can now head to a new website created by Apropos Tectonic to help promote its Atelier range.The firm has developed the online resource to act as a handy research tool for customers and has loaded it with...

Home improvements set to increase

07 June 2010
The number of Brits having bespoke home improvements installed this year could be set to increase, if the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is to be believed.According to the organisation, there are likely to be a number of jobs created in the retrofitting...

Ducalian: Main reasons for house price rise

07 June 2010
The latest comments from Ducalian could interest those who have recently invested in a bespoke conservatory or other home improvement to increase the value of their property.According to the investment firm, house prices have risen lately due to a combination...

Bank of England figures 'not positive'

04 June 2010
Brits looking for more space in their home often face a choice between extending or moving, with lean-to conservatories, loft conversions and kitchen extensions just some of the options.New figures from the Bank of England show what, on the surface, appears...

Brits set for World Cup DIY rush

04 June 2010
Homeowners in the UK are set to rush through a number of property improvement projects over the next week, it has been claimed.The Fifa World Cup kicks off next Friday (June 11th) and is set to be a major focus of attention for many.As such, Build It...

First-time buyers now going it alone

03 June 2010
The majority of people buying their first home are single, rather than part of a couple, for the first time since records began.Such news may be of interest to those who have invested in a bespoke lean-to conservatory or other home improvement in the...

How to reduce energy bills

03 June 2010
People who have installed a bespoke lean-to conservatory as part of wider plans to make their home more energy efficient should consider certain changes to succeed in their goals.According to E.ON and the University of Sheffield, Brits would benefit from...

Apropos stocks Atelier garden studios

03 June 2010
Brits who feel they could get more out of their back yard may be interested in the new range of Atelier garden studios from Apropos Tectonic.The external structures are ideal places to work, rest or play, according to the conservatory, pool house and...

Housing market 'full of timewasters'

02 June 2010
Brits who have invested in a lean-to conservatory or other bespoke home improvement may be interested in the latest comments from Briffy.com.According to the firm, the new government's decision to scrap home information packs (Hips) has lead to the housing...

Thousands of Scots improve homes

02 June 2010
Thousands of Scottish homeowners have moved swiftly to take up a recent home improvement offer.The Scottish parliament announced in April that households would be able to apply for a grant to go towards buying a new green boiler.Launched on May 24th,...

Manchester council calls for more investment in home improvements

01 June 2010
Calls are intensifying for more to be done to encourage homeowners to invest in home improvements that will cut their energy bills and help the environment.Manchester City Council was the latest organisation to throw its weight behind the growing number...

Government should help home improvers

01 June 2010
Homeowners looking to improve their property with green measures should receive more help from the government, it has been suggested.According to Geothermal International, the new Liberal Democrat-Conservative coalition should supply increased funding...

Industry News Archive - June 2010