October 2010

Government leads the way in new bid to slash energy consumption
Prime Minister David Cameron has laid down a challenge to all Whitehall departments, calling on them to compete with each other to slash energy usage.

Global demand for solar power set to soar in 2011
The number of solar panel installations around the world is set to increase by more than 40 per cent during 2011, according to a new study.

Wales’ top doctor advises energy saving measures
Wales’ chief medical officer, Dr Tony Jewell, has called on homeowners to make sure their properties are as energy efficient as possible in preparation for the winter months.

Llewellyn-Bowen offers home improvement advice
Star of multiple home improvement shows, Laurence Llewellyn-Bowen, has been sharing his thoughts on what’s hot and what’s not this season when it comes to property makeovers.

Homeowners urged to act ahead of predicted energy price hikes
Householders in the UK have been told to prepare for higher fuel bills as Britain makes the switch to green energy.

Home improvement magazine lifts the lid on solar power
Homebuilding and Renovating magazine has published an in-depth look at how solar panels can help homeowners cut their heating costs.

Property site stresses importance of good bedroom design
Committing to an interior design project involving a bedroom is not something to be taken lightly, according to consumer property website aboutproperty.co.uk.

Renovation expert heads online to help homeowners
Architect, home renovation expert and star of Channel 4’s The Home Show, George Clarke, is heading online this month to answer your burning home improvement questions.

Hi-tech bathroom quotes becoming more popular
People are increasingly including gadgets in their bathroom quotes, such as high-tech mirrors, multi-jet shower systems and entertainment devices.

Classic kitchen quotes are a must for long-term value
People who want to invest in the long-term value of their home should avoid fads and stick to classic kitchen quotes, an expert has said.

Seasonal bedroom quotes should include 'layers of decor'
People looking for bedroom quotes should consider 'layering' the decorative features in their home to reflect the changing seasons.

Bathroom quotes: Young homeowners 'inept' at DIY
A survey shows that young people are more likely to seek professional bathroom quotes as opposed to trying out DIY tasks themselves.

Double glazing quotes: Energy bills set to rise
Homeowners have been warned that energy prices are set to rise, increasing the need for energy-efficient double glazing quotes.

Bedroom quotes should 'reflect a person's character'
An interior design expert has said that a person's character should be reflected in the bedroom quotes that they choose.

Kitchen quotes: Save money by getting involved in DIY
People looking for kitchen quotes could save cash by undertaking some of the labour themselves, an expert has advised.

Cheap UPVc windows: Ideal time to invest in your home
There has "never been a better time" to invest in properties by adding cheap UPVc windows, an expert has said.

Grey is great for autumn bathroom quotes
This autumn, people looking for bathroom quotes should use grey as their neutral colour of choice.

Bedroom quotes 'should not be taken lightly'
Interior design is an essential part of turning a house into a home – and bedroom quotes should reflect the room's importance.

Energy saving windows to feature in housing experiment
An experiment to discover the best way to make the UK’s Victorian terraced housing energy efficient has begun.

Double glazing quotes: Set a budget for renovation work
People who are looking for double glazing quotes should set a realistic budget for renovation work, an expert has advised.

Incorporate used materials in kitchen quotes, homeowners told
Homeowners are being encouraged to include reclaimed materials in their kitchen quotes, to improve their style and sustainability credentials.

Northern Irish minister commits to green housing
A £1.5million construction project to build some of Northern Ireland’s most energy efficient housing has been announced.

Council tenants push for home improvements
A group of homeowners in Nottingham have begun a campaign aimed at getting the council to update their kitchens and bathrooms.

Ceramic tiles offer creativity for bathroom quotes
People looking to compare bathroom quotes can use ceramic tiles to achieve a variety of looks.

Bedroom quotes: Designer taps trend for recycled furniture
A young designer has tapped into the current trend for reclaimed and reworked furniture for a new interiors line.

Solar panels help turn Norman church carbon-free
A project to create the UK’s first “zero-carbon” church has been completed in Gloucestershire.

Merthyr residents to benefit from solar panel project
Residents living on a council estate in Merthyr Tydfil are about to have their homes kitted out with the latest solar panel technology.

Use lighting to rejuvenate kitchen quotes
People looking to update their home with a new kitchen quote should think about installing new lighting for a refreshed atmosphere.

Cheap UPVc windows: Transform garages with insulation
A real estate commentator has said that people can quickly and easily expand their home by remodelling their garage with insulation and cheap UPVc windows.

US research points to new future for solar panels
American scientists have made a discovery that could help even more homeowners make the switch to renewable energy.

Kitchen quotes 'likely to feature energy-saving technology'
More people are interested in saving energy because of the recession.

Nine out of 10 homes monitoring environmental impact
Householders across the UK are keen to reduce their carbon footprint and embrace sustainability, according to a report by the Carbon Trust.

DIYers lose millions by failing to get kitchen quotes and bathroom quotes from professionals
Homeowners have spent a total of £235million fixing botched DIY jobs, according to a new survey by Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks.

Bathroom quotes: Homeowners "aren't ambitious enough with DIY"
Homeowners should be more ambitious with their bathroom quotes and other DIY projects, an expert has said.

No chilling of interest in home energy-saving measures
The recession has not put paid to British homeowners’ plans to undertake energy saving projects on their properties.

Scottish homes get thumbs-up from Energy Saving Trust
Houses in the Scottish town of North Berwick are due to be used to encourage homeowners across the UK to add energy saving features to their own properties.

Double glazing quotes: People still want eco-friendly homes
An expert has suggested that homeowners are still seeking out environmentally-friendly property solutions, such as double glazing quotes.

Take action to fight the cold before winter arrives
People are being urged to make preparations for the winter months before temperatures dip.

Plans being prepared for UK’s largest solar energy farm
A German-owned energy company is getting ready to apply for permission to build the UK’s largest solar farm.

Major tidal power plan expected to fall victim to UK government cuts
The UK government is today expected to announce that it will not put taxpayers’ money into a £21billion tidal energy scheme in the Severn Estuary.

Kitchen quotes: Property owners need to look at why they are remodelling
A lot of thought needs to go into kitchen quotes.

Drop-in centre reaches fundraising target for new kitchen
A NOTTINGHAM drop-in centre which helps homeless and vulnerable people has raised £20,000 to have a new kitchen installed.

Most Scots would accept more wind farms
More than three-quarters of Scots support the growth of wind farms, according to a new survey.

Modern bathroom quotes should provide a 'sanctuary'
People who are looking for new bathroom quotes should think of their space as a private sanctuary, a commentator has suggested.

Think calm for bedroom quotes, expert says
An interior design expert has said that people looking for new bedroom quotes should make their room calm, serene and comfortable.

Yorkshire council achieves low-carbon benchmark
A local authority in West Yorkshire has been recognised for its efforts to cut its carbon emissions with the award of the Carbon Trust Standard.

Boost for Scottish energy-saving businesses as government pledges to fund 650 new traineeships
Companies specialising in installing new energy-saving measures in Scottish homes were given a boost by the country’s Parliament yesterday, with the announcement that it would fund 650 new places on training schemes for employees.

Home improvement: Perfect laundry rooms
People who are looking for new bathroom quotes and kitchen quotes should consider creating a special laundry space to make essential clothes care a more pleasant experience.

Somerset solar panels development set to make green energy mark
One of the first large-scale solar ‘power stations’ of its kind in the UK has been given the go-ahead by planning chiefs.

Contemporary kitchen quotes should 'embrace curves'
People who are looking for a modern style for their kitchen quotes should consider using curves as part of their designs.

Counter top materials 'essential' part of bathroom quotes
A commentator has said that choosing the correct counter top materials for a bathroom quote is as important as selecting the perfect sink, bath and shower.

New flooring can transform bedroom quotes
People looking for bedroom quotes should consider the different effects varied types of flooring can have in a home.

Warm Front insulation grants to be phased out but payments to solar panel owners safeguarded
News that the government is to scrap grants which are currently available to help people on low incomes take energy-saving measures in their homes has led to uncertainty over what long-term measures it is planning to encourage householders to cut their heating bills and carbon footprint.

Trial announced for UK’s largest ‘smart grid’ energy-saving project
A £54million scheme to gauge the effect of low-carbon technology, including the use of electric vehicles and solar panels, has been announced.

Home improvement: Property is too expensive
Home improvement could be the way forward, rather than buying a new property.

Get ready for a low-carbon future, businesses urged
Businesses in the UK’s building industry are being urged to learn the skills which they will need to meet the demand for a future of low-carbon construction.

Brothers find there’s brass in old glass
Not only are new, more efficient energy saving windows and doors likely to save families and businesses money on their household bills, but they can also help enterprising new companies, and contribute to saving the planet.

Property owners 'can't make mistakes' with kitchen quotes
Those thinking about a kitchen redesign have been urged to speak to professionals.

Bathroom quotes: Wet room advice given to property owners
There are other options available if a wet room is too costly.

Stick-on solar panels could remove installation worries
A new type of ‘peel and stick’ solar panel could do away with the misconception that such installations are tricky and time-consuming.

Energy saving advisers predicted to survive cuts
UK energy and climate change secretary Chris Huhne has given the clearest indication yet that green advisory groups the Carbon Trust and Energy Saving Trust could survive the big spending cuts currently being formulated by government departments.

Bedroom quotes: Rugs and flooring should be chosen carefully
Those people looking for bedroom quotes should consider their flooring choices carefully, an expert has said.

Children's bedroom quotes: Let them express their personality
Those looking at bedroom quotes for their children should let the youngsters have some input.

Home improvement news: Be prepared for DIY
Homeowners should prepare themselves for DIY improvement and repair jobs, as well as seeking kitchen quotes and bathroom quotes, in order to keep their houses in top condition.

Bedroom quotes: Parents should have a space to call their own
An adult bedroom should be a private space.

Bathroom quotes: DIY can save water
A consumer water body has advised homeowners to consider carrying out DIY work or seek new bathroom quotes to improve their energy efficiency and save money on bills.

Homeowners offered eco-mortgage to meet cost of green enhancements
Homeowners who equip their property with the latest energy saving measures can now recoup some of their outlay through their mortgage.

Big energy bills worry six in 10 households
Six out of 10 British households are already worried about the size of the energy bills they will face if the country endures another harsh winter, according to comparison website uSwitch.com.

Increase in million pound house sales may lift home improvement sector
A rise in the number of homes sold in Great Britain worth more than £1million may lead to an increase in the number of people carrying out home improvement projects.

Solar panels help Bucks home get green seal of approval
A house in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, has been put forward by environmental groups as a prime example of how homeowners can go green.

Bedroom quotes: Homeowners 'becoming more creative'
An interior designer has said that people are becoming "more creative" when styling their homes and seeking bedroom quotes.

British drug company announces biggest solar panel installation in US
The UK''s largest drug manufacturer has nailed its colours to the green energy mast by announcing the installation of the largest rooftop solar panel array in the US at one of its major distribution centres.

'Don't be put off by DIY disasters', expert says
Homeowners should allow themselves to learn from past DIY mistakes and take on new projects after receiving kitchen quotes, an expert has advised.

Kitchen quotes: Grey is a hot interior design topic
Homeowners that are looking for a stylish design to incorporate in their kitchen quotes should use grey this season's hot interior design trend.

25 per cent install double glazing in last 12 months
A survey by consumer advice firm Which? has found that a quarter of householders in the UK had double glazing installed in their homes in the past year.

Bathroom quotes: Gas fitters should be registered
Homeowners must check the registration of anyone who is fitting gas appliances, an expert has said.