1. Planning the layout The first rule is to plan carefully in advance. Think about where grout lines and cuts will be concerning your planned floor plan. You want your space to look balanced and symmetrical. Also consider door thresholds and floor obstructions such as kitchen, lavatory and vanity base cabinets, as it is common […]
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Folding doors, which opens up the house from the outside in, have seen a huge resurgence in recent years. But how do they differ from French doors and sliding doors? And which option is best for you? What’s the difference? French doors open like interior doors. Folding doors fold against each other like accordions. Typically, […]
Solid Wood Flooring What is solid wood flooring? A solid piece of wood, typically 18-22mm thick, makes up each solid wood board. Flooring made from solid wood can be purchased pre-finished or you can also buy and install some products, but they will need to be finished with paint, wax, oils or varnish. If necessary, […]
An unquestionable requirement in many rebuilding projects of period homes is the liberal open-plan kitchen a marvellous focal point for present-day living. There are a few different ways to increase space, from combining adjoining rooms, adding a conservatory as an extension to building a brand-new area. All alternatives require time, money, and expertise advice, but […]
Many features from exposed bricks to woven wallpaper can add texture, warmth and depth to your space. This guide can help you gain inspiration on how to design your home. Panelling If you’re striving to achieve a modern look or hoping to give a space more traditional charm, panelling can give instant transformation and create […]
The best way to work out a fixture or a fitting is to imagine tipping your house upside down. Everything that would fall out would be classified as fitting, including personal possessions like free-standing furniture, appliances, kitchenware, pictures, and hanging mirrors. Everything which is still attached is classified as a fixture, including any plugs, light […]
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Here at ShapeHouse, we are experts with extensions, whether it is a double storey to a side or a dormer extension. Dormer extensions Our last blog demonstrated the types of loft conversions, also known as dormer extension. This included Roof light, Dormer, Hip-to-gable, L-shaped and Mansard loft conversions. To read more about loft conversions visit- https://shapehouse.co.uk/types-of-lofts-conversion/ […]
A Beginner’s Guide To Single-Storey Extensions Adding a single-storey extension to your home is a great way to add more space and change up the layout. Here’s how to go about it. In spite of their advantages, single-storey extensions are often overlooked in favour of multi-floor additions or full house moves, despite the fact that […]
A Loft conversion does not just create extra space in your house, it enhances your home lifestyle by adding an extra room or rooms, whether a guest room, office, playroom or bathroom. In fact, converting your loft conversion can add value to a house when selling your property. “A Nationwide study found that a loft […]