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Composite or timber decking: what to choose and when you need permission
How composite and hardwood or softwood decking compare on looks, maintenance and lifespan, and the 30cm rule for raised decking in England.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago1 min read
Fences, walls and gates: height rules and style ideas
When a new fence, wall or gate needs planning permission in England, plus the fencing styles that suit London and Surrey gardens.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago1 min read
Garden lighting ideas that make your garden usable after dark
How to light a garden for atmosphere, safety and evening use, from uplighting trees and pergolas to step lights and path lighting, and what to know about outdoor electrics.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago1 min read
Waterlogged garden? Fixing drainage on London clay
Why so many South West London gardens flood after rain, and the drainage solutions that work on heavy clay soil, from soakaways to French drains and permeable paving.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago2 min read
Artificial grass or a real lawn? A guide for London gardens
The honest pros and cons of artificial grass and natural turf for small, shaded and family gardens in South West London and Surrey.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago1 min read
Questions to ask before you hire a bathroom contractor
A checklist of questions to ask any bathroom contractor in London or Surrey, so you can compare quotes properly and avoid surprises.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago1 min read
Small bathroom ideas for London houses and flats
Practical ways to make a small bathroom feel bigger and work harder, from wall-hung fittings and walk-in showers to tiles, mirrors and storage.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago1 min read
Family bathroom or en-suite: planning the right layout
Layout ideas for family bathrooms and en-suites in London houses, from baths and double basins to storage, showers and where to put the toilet.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago1 min read
Stopping mould and condensation in your bathroom
Why bathrooms get mould, how much extraction a bathroom needs, and the design choices that keep a new bathroom dry and fresh.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago2 min read
Underfloor heating in bathrooms: electric or wet?
The differences between electric and water-based underfloor heating in a bathroom, from installation and running costs to floor build-up and controls.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago2 min read
Choosing tiles for a period bathroom: large-format, metro or patterned?
How to choose between large-format porcelain, metro tiles, zellige and patterned tiles for a Victorian or Edwardian bathroom in South West London.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago2 min read
Paving a front garden in London and Surrey: planning rules and design ideas
When you need planning permission to pave a front garden, why permeable surfaces matter, and design ideas for period homes in conservation areas.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago2 min read
Porcelain or natural stone: choosing the right patio for a London garden
How porcelain paving compares with Indian sandstone and limestone for a London or Surrey garden, from staining and maintenance to installation and appearance.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago2 min read
Wet room or walk-in shower: which is right for your home?
The real differences between a wet room and a walk-in shower, from waterproofing and floor construction to cost and everyday practicality in London period homes.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago2 min read
How much does a high-end bathroom renovation cost in South West London?
What really drives the price of a high-end bathroom in Wimbledon, Putney, Fulham, Chelsea or Richmond, and how to plan a realistic budget before you ask for quotes.
Szymon Wielinski
6 hours ago3 min read
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