Worried about your carbon footprint? Battling not to put things in the bin but recycle as much as possible? Trying not to turn up the heating? We look at ten ways that the whole family can get involved in running a more eco-friendly household. #1 Water smart When we think of sustainability, our thoughts…
How to Run an Eco-Friendly Household
The Most Worthwhile Investments for Any Home
Some ‘improvements’ can detract from the value of your property. With so much conflicting advice on what adds value and what doesn’t. From underfloor heating to extensions, this blog looks at the 5 most worthwhile investments that any homeowner could make #1 Conservatory But not as we know it! For any home, the better the…
The Ultimate Underfloor Heating Guide
What Is Underfloor Heating? Underfloor heating is a way to gently and effectively heat your home without the use of radiator or electric heaters. By placing electric coils or pads, or warm water filled pipes beneath your flooring, you can heat a room from the bottom up. This has long been a popular home heating…
5 Best Shipping Container Home Ideas
The humble shipping container’s popularity seems to know no bounds, especially when it comes to creating homes and other forms of accommodation. But what about home comforts? We look at five of the best examples of shipping container living. Living in a Shipping Container It may look like a rusting heap of metal, but these…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Underfloor Heating Installation
Installing underfloor heating is something you can do yourself. Many people have done so successfully but what should you be wary of? Installing Underfloor Heating If you are thinking of installing underfloor heating, you will be joining the growing numbers of property owners enjoying warm floors and improved efficiency. Better still, you can save more…
How Often Should You get Your Heating System Serviced?
Your heating system is important, and it needs to be looked after. Regular servicing is essential. Whether you have a gas-fired central heating system or an underfloor heating system powered by an underground heat pump. But how often is ‘regular’? is it every now and then? Or annually, as most companies and engineers say we…
How You Can Control Your Heating with Your Phone
Introduction Modern heating systems are getting smarter. And with cutting edge, connected solutions you can easily use your smartphone to make all manner of adjustments. Whether you are lounging on the sofa or stuck on a packed train home from work, controlling your heating with your handset is straightforward. But with so many different systems…
Should You Leave Your Underfloor Heating on Constantly in the Winter?
Whether you decide to get your underfloor heating system professionally installed, or do it yourself with an underfloor heating kit, you’ll be extremely thankful for it this winter. As we descend into the cold British winter, you may find yourself tempted to keep your heating on high. But Is this really a good idea, and…
Early Warning Signs to Alert You to Problems with Your Underfloor Heating System
Underfloor heating has become an increasingly popular choice for those of us who are looking to heat our homes effectively in the UK. Not only does investing in underfloor heating kits help make your home extremely warm and comfortable, it is a low maintenance heating option. It also makes a home look more attractive and…
How Environmentally Friendly Is Underfloor Heating?
Despite the big push in the UK to conserve energy and make our homes more energy efficient, our home heating is often left forgotten. If you are considering a new heating system, you have probably already read all about underfloor heating. But, how environmentally friendly is this modern heating system and is it worth the…