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Transform Your Garage: 10 Simple DIY Upgrades for a More Functional Home Space

UK Construction Blog

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Determine what you want to use the garage fora workshop, a gym, storage, or perhaps a multifunctional space.

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Natural Building in the U.K. with Barbara Jones

Natural Building

Barbara Jones is a passionate advocate of building with natural materials and has been a leading exponent of straw-bale construction since the mid-1990s – designing affordable, straw-bale houses. She has designed, built, or trained people to work on more than 300 projects using the material.

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PVC Sheet Guide: Types, Properties, Applications & Benefits Explained

UK Construction Blog

Superior material properties include excellent chemical resistance, fire retardancy, sound insulation, and waterproofing capabilities, with minimal water absorption (less than 0.5%) ensuring long-term durability in challenging environments. Sheet Type Weight Key Properties Primary Uses Foamed PVC <0.5g/cm²

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11 Advantages Of Fabric Buildings

Construction Marketing

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. They’re made of a material that’s resistant to corrosion.

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Sustainable Construction Practices for Modern Homes

UK Construction Blog

Whether you are a homeowner planning to add a backyard structure or an aspiring homeowner seeking to understand trends in sustainable building practices, here are ideas to incorporate eco-friendly materials and methods into your construction projects. Technological advancements have also led to the creation of high-efficiency HVAC systems.

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Unveiling the Versatility of Metal Buildings and Garages

CCR Magazine

Some common metal buildings include: Metal Garages – Great for parking vehicles, storing tools, or workshop space. Metal Workshops – Provide hobbyists and professionals with a custom workspace for projects. More sustainability than other material approaches over a lifetime. Determine size, layout, and materials.

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Garage Guide: Exploring Different Garage Types

CCR Magazine

Your home garage serves multiple vital roles, from vehicle parking protection to valuable storage real estate and hobby workshop sanctuaries. Some insurance policies may also require locking storage for claims validity after events like break-ins. This convenient access proves popular, especially in regions with cold climates.