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Planning Permission Tips UK - Understanding Your Local Planning Officer - They are Only Human


This time of year often sees an explosion in new enquiries for development schemes but the irony of this fact is that most people think that they are in time for a Spring/early summer build if they start the Planning & design process now through the Local Authority?? Sorry but this thinking should have been at the end of last summer - September at the latest. In most cases people do not seem to realise the time scales involved .

Planning Permission Tips UK - Agricultural Plots of Land for Sale - The Latest Mug Punter Scam?


The first part of most years brings a flurry of trade shows aimed at the public & trade alike such as The Ideal Home Show, Interiors & just recently the Building Exhibition at the NEC. It never ceases to amaze me the amount of new gadgets & Gizmos (along with the usual tat) that companies invent for our consumption.

Planning Permission Tips UK - Two Story Side Extensions - The Common Mistakes


Probably the most common type of residential extension is the two storey side extension. However, it is one of the most easiest schemes to get wrong with regard to Planning Permission.

Planning Permission Tips UK - Permitted Development Allowances - Not the Golden Goose You Imagine


There is a perception amongst most folk that every house is allowed a certain percentage of extension development without the need for formal Planning Permission. People seem to think that it applies to them even when they purchase an already extended property.

Planning Permission Tips UK - Illegal Building Works - Is there an Upside?


Many times throughout the year we are called in to assist people who have got into trouble by completing building works without Council permission. This can be either Planning or Building Regulations - often both.

Log Homes - Finding the Perfect Log Home Plan


One of the first steps in building a log home is deciding on a floorplan. Many people spends months, or even years, searching for the perfect plan.

Building A Pair Of Heavy Duty Saw Horses


Start out by measuring and cutting all your stock according to the cutting list and set it aside. Take the legs and mark out the tapers.

Refinishing A Hardwood Floor


Want to bring your hardwood floors back to their former beauty, but don't have the money? Then read on for some tips on how you can refinish the floor yourself.If you have the time and don't mind doing the work, then refinishing your floors yourself is a great option but before starting out, it's not a bad idea to get an estimate from a professional so you can compare the cost of doing it yourself to what they would charge.

Using A Hardwood Floor Sander


Refinishing your hardwood floors yourself can be time consuming and a bit scary at first but well worth it in the long run. It can cost a bundle to hire a professional to refinish your floors for you, but if you have the time, you can do it yourself.

Get New Floors And Save A Bundle When You Do It Yourself


After years of use, your floor will need to be refinished and that can cost over $1000 for just one room! But if you want to put in a little time and elbow grease, you can refinish the floor yourself and have the beautiful look of warm wood in your home for a fraction of the cost.Contrary to what you may have heard, the finish doesn't take weeks to dry.

Garage Doors


You may think choosing garage doors is straight forward, however there are many things to consider, such as whether your garage is adjoining your property, is it a single or a double garage, how much clearance inside and out is needed and so on. Also, the appearance of the garage door can influence what material you use.

Replacing Steel Casement Windows (Part 2)


Last week, I explained how to remove your old steel casement windows as you prepare each opening for the new Vinyl windows. In most of the country, you are limited to a replacement style frame, which is a new construction frame with the nail fin removed.

Faux Fireplace, on the Cheap!


Does the coming winter chill remind you how much you miss the basic element of fire to warm those long nights? Unfortunately, your home's builder wasn't the romantic you are, and you have no fireplace. Never fear, The Budget Decorator is here! Ok, so that's corny, but this project sure isn't!The first thing to do is to determine what element you want your fireplace to be made of.

The Next Revolution in Home Entertainment - IP Based Multi-Room Distribution


The Holy Grail of distributed audio; unlimited zones and unlimited sources, cost effectively. That milestone will be achieved, and soon, through the combination of digital amplification and IP based distribution systems.

Outdoor Decks - Understanding Seven Elements of Good Deck Design


You're all comfortable in your favorite lounge chair, reading your latest novel with a cool beverage nearby..

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KOSCIUSKO CO. ? Police are investigating what they are calling a "large scale home improvement fraud case" involving a Kosciusko County man. Sears Home Improvement acquires licenses of the world leading Kitchen and Bath design tool, 20-20 Design (CNW Group via Yahoo! Finance)

20-20 Technologies Inc. , the world leader in 3D interior design and furniture manufacturing software, announced today it has signed an agreement with Sears Holdings Management Corporation, the leading appliance and fourth largest broadline retailer in North America, to provide all its Sears Home Improvement Products' Project Consultants with licenses of its flagship kitchen and bath design ... Home improvement groups urged to co-operate (InsideHousing)

Home Improvement Agencies will need to work more closely with other services, such as housing, health, and social care, and continue to be directed by service users. Home Retail Drops to 1-Month Low as Argos, Homebase Sales Slump (Bloomberg.com)

Sept. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Home Retail Group Plc , the owner of Britain's second-largest home-improvement chain, fell to a one- month low in London trading after second-quarter same-store sales slumped at its Homebase and Argos outlets. Lowe's, World's second largest home improvement retailer, offers exclusive export opportunities to quality mainland ... (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

Lowe's, the second- largest home improvement retailer in the world, with annual sales of over US$48 billion, met pre-screened mainland China suppliers at Global Sources' Custom Private Sourcing Event in Shanghai on Sept. 3, 2008. Home Retail Reports Slump in Argos and Homebase Sales (Update3) (Bloomberg.com)

Sept. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Home Retail Group Plc , the owner of Britain's second-largest home-improvement chain, reported lower same-store sales at its Homebase and Argos stores as a housing slump worsened and consumer confidence slid to a four-year low. Professional Home Decor Tips For Selling, Staying and Going Green (Carteret County News-Times)

(ARA) - Despite a slumping economy, home improvements remain a popular investment for homeowners. With paint rollers and hammers in hand, they're getting the most out of their home-improvement dollar with do-it-yourself projects that make a dramatic difference. European Stock Futures Are Little Changed; Home Retail May Fall (Bloomberg.com)

Sept. 11 (Bloomberg) -- European stock-index futures were little changed. Home Retail Group Plc may drop after the owner of Britain's second-largest home-improvement chain reported lower sales. Home improvement retailers up on mortgage bailout (AP via Yahoo! Finance)

Home improvement chains rallied Monday after a weekend announcement that the federal government would bail out mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Advent International Acquires Quero-Quero, Brazilian Home-Improvement Retailer (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

Advent International, the global private equity firm, today announced that it has acquired Quero-Quero, a leading home-improvement retailer in the south of Brazil. Quero-Quero's selling shareholders have retained a minority stake in the company.
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