WHAT’S NEW? INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS
Brighter weather and longer days are a great excuse to start thinking about refreshing your home. And what better way to gather inspiration than to take a look at some...
ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS: ADVANTAGES FOR YOUR HOME IN IRELAND
Using energy-efficient windows has become increasingly popular as homeowners look for ways to improve the comfort of their living spaces. Energy-efficient windows are ...
HOW TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE SECURE
There are many layers to a reliable home security system. From alarms and security cameras to your choice of doors and windows, here are a few things to consider to ma...
SIX SIGNS THAT YOU NEED TO REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS
Window technology has come on leaps and bounds in the last ten years. Upgrading your windows to either double or triple glazing is a worthwhile investment. Replacing y...
WHY THE INSTALLATION OF WINDOWS AND DOORS IS SUCH AN IMPORTANT STAGE OF A NEW BUILD
A new build is an exciting project to take on. You get to build your dream home and for many, its a once in a lifetime project. You will encounter lots of important mi...
Privacy in Your Home: Enhancing Comfort and Security with Window Coverings and Glazing Options
Privacy is an essential part of feeling at home. Being able to relax and feel safe in your own space is crucial to your well-being. But privacy isn’t just about ...
Future Proofing Your Home for Retirement: Creating a Comfortable and Energy-Efficient Environment
In today’s fast-paced world, planning for the future has never been more important. Especially when it comes to our homes, the sanctuaries where we dream of spen...
What to Ask Your Architect for Your Home Renovation Project
An essential part of any home renovation project is working with an architect. In addition to providing you with a great design, a good architect who specialises in ho...
WHAT ARE PICTURE WINDOWS AND WHAT MAKES THEM POPULAR?
A picture window is a lovely feature in a room and a beautiful way to emphasise a view or feature in your garden. It’s also a great way to enhance the feeling of ins...
Welcoming the New Year with Fresh Windows: Transform Your Space
As we embark on a new year, why not consider upgrading your windows to refresh your living space? Replacing your windows offers so many benefits, from increased comfor...
uPVC VS ALUMINIUM WINDOWS AND DOORS – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
uPVC and Aluminium are two windows that have gotten a bad rap in the past. But technological advances mean these two materials are now leading the charge if you’...
OUTDOOR LIVING TRENDS FOR SUMMER: CREATING THE PERFECT OUTDOOR LIVING EXPERIENCE
The summer months are the ideal time to revamp and enhance our outdoor spaces. While sunny summer days were few and far between in Ireland this summer, now is a good t...
NZEB EXPLAINED
The introduction of NZEB (nearly zero energy building) in November of 2019 means that if you are building a new home or carrying out large-scale, major renovations to ...
IDEAS FOR DECORATING YOUR FRONT DOOR THIS CHRISTMAS
Nothing says Christmas like a front door beautifully dressed for the festive season. But decorating your front door for Christmas doesn’t have to be limited to a...
HOW TO IMPROVE MY PROPERTIES BER RATING
Improving our homes BER rating is essentially improving our homes energy efficiency. Depending on where your home is on the BER rating scale, the work required to make...
DEEP RETROFIT – WHAT IS INVOLVED
A deep retrofit takes a whole-house approach to energy in the home. This means simultaneously carrying out multiple energy upgrades to achieve a BER of A-rating.
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CONSIDERATIONS FOR HOME OFFICE RENOVATION
Working from home is something that many of us have had to get used to over the last few months. The ability to work comfortably from home has its upsides: You don’t...
CHRISTMAS THEMES FOR YOUR HOME
Christmas is a hectic time of year. Between shopping for presents, cooking all the food for the big day, and decorating your home with the latest Christmas trends, it ...
Choosing the Right Window and Door Styles for Your Home
Choosing the perfect windows and doors is one of the easiest ways to elevate your home’s style and atmosphere. But with so many options on the market, it can be ...
Choosing the Perfect Colours for Your Windows and Doors
Choosing the right colours for your windows and doors can make all the difference when it comes to the appearance of your home. But picking colours can be a daunting t...
BUDGETING FOR YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Creating a budget is one of the most critical steps when planning any home improvement project. It doesn’t have to be complicated; as long as you know what you w...
ADVICE FOR SELF BUILD PROJECTS
If you are planning on taking on a self-build project yourself, make it your business to become an expert. As the old saying goes – ‘knowledge is power’ so I’v...
Adding value to your home without planning permission
Adding value to your home doesn’t mean you need to carry out substantial building works that require planning permission. Real value is achieved not through addi...
BI-FOLD OR LIFT AND SLIDE DOORS? CHOOSING THE RIGHT OPTION FOR YOUR HOME
One of the most powerful design tools in home design is connecting the living space with the outdoors or garden area. The key to success is to create as unified a spac...
How to Make Your Home More Secure
There are many factors to consider to ensure the security of your home. From alarms and security cameras to the types of windows and doors you choose. Here are a few t...
SELECTING THE RIGHT PATIO DOORS FOR YOUR HOME
It took a pandemic to get us to embrace the idea of outdoor living. Over the last 15 months, many people have embraced their gardens as additional rooms, viewing them ...
FIVE IDEAS TO DRESS UP A FRONT DOOR
Your front door is what sets the tone for the rest of your home’s exterior, it’s also the first thing visitors see when they come to call. So, if you’...
WHY REPLACEMENT WINDOWS ARE AN IMPORTANT HOME RENOVATION PROJECT
When planning a home renovation, it can be hard to figure out where to invest your budget to ensure you get the best return on your investment. Ideally, any work you d...
CONSIDERATIONS WHEN REPLACING YOUR BACK DOOR
For many homes around Ireland, the back door is the main entrance to the house. I remember working on a house where my clients explained that their 20-year-old front d...
HOW WINDOW DESIGN CAN INFLUENCE YOUR INTERIOR
One of the easiest ways to completely transform the style of your home is to change your windows. Not only will you enhance the look of the exterior, but your interior...
WHAT TO ASK A WINDOW COMPANY BEFORE YOU USE THEM?
Whether you’re starting a new build project, planning a complete refurbishment of your home with brand new glazing, or you are simply replacing a few windows, yo...
Double v’s Triple glazing
Upgrading your windows to either double or triple glazing is a really worthwhile investment. Not only will replacing your old windows with more energy-efficient glazin...
How to choose a colour for your front door
Your home’s exterior is what creates the first impression, so it’s worth investing in some upgrades to make sure it is welcoming, inviting and looking its best. Wh...
TIPS ON SELECTING THE BEST WINDOW STYLE FOR YOU HOME
Choosing windows can be overwhelming given all the styles, materials, colours and features available. Windows are also one of the largest outlays in any renovation. Th...
MAXIMISING NATURAL LIGHT IN THE HOME
Maximizing the amount of natural light in your home is key to creating a space that looks good and makes you feel good too. Whether it’s a busy family zone or a ...
CHRISTMAS WINDOW AND DOOR INSPIRATION
This is the time of the year when we turn our attention to decorating our homes’ interiors for the festive season. But don’t forget about the exterior of y...
PSYCHOLOGY OF COLOUR IN INTERIORS
The colour you paint the rooms in your home can have a powerful effect on how your home makes you feel. This is very much at the heart of colour psychology and why, wh...
uPVC Windows: A Comprehensive Guide to Finding the Perfect Fit for Your Home
Are you in the market for new windows for your home? If so, you may have heard of uPVC windows. uPVC stands for unplasticized polyvinyl chloride and it’s a popul...
WINDOW DRESSING TIPS FOR ALL WINDOW STYLES
Nothing adds the finishing touches to your windows like window dressing. Curtains, or indeed blinds, really do finish off a room. Whether you’re looking to bring...
