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Getting your skirting board height right affects how your room feels. Too tall and it overwhelms the space. Too short and it looks unfinished. Here's how to find the right skirting height for your home. Order Free Samples What we'll cover Most popular height Standard sizes available Heights for period homes Height visualiser tool How to choose the right height Practical considerations The most popular skirting height: 145mm Based o… Read more

It's hard enough to choose the style of door for your home let alone hanging a door! Or so you might think. In this easy DIY guide, we're going to show you how to hang a door perfectly - just like a carpenter would! Before we jump straight in, let's take a look at everything you need for door hanging. In This Guide Tools & Materials Required Door Orientation & Direction Step-by-Step Installation Marking & Cutting Hinges Fina… Read more

UK door sizing has evolved significantly since 2020. New builds now require 775mm clear opening width as the legal minimum, with strengthened accessibility requirements and updated fire safety standards that affect both internal and external door specifications. Updated for 2025: This guide reflects current Building Regulations Part M, recent fire safety changes, and new energy efficiency requirements that came into effect since 2022. UK S… Read more

Skirting boards sit at the junction between wall and floor, copping the worst of floor cleaning splashes, vacuum bumps, and dust settlement. Their intricate profiles can make proper cleaning a bit fiddly, but the results are worth the effort. What we'll cover What you need Basic cleaning routine Clever hacks Stubborn stains Different materials Maintenance schedule What you need Most skirting board cleaning can be done with items you… Read more