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Property Renovator & Practical Lead. I specialise in construction, rebuilds, restoration, structural and the actual building itself, including repairs. I've spent years buying, renovating, and transforming properties, which means I understand the practical realities that interior inspiration often glosses over.
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Rising Dampness Treatment: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How to Fix It Properly

If there's one word that strikes fear into the heart of an old-house owner — or anyone who's just had a survey back — it's damp. And if there's one…
Posted by Simon January 16, 2026
restoring a victorian home
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Restoring a Victorian Home: Character, Craft, and Getting It Right

Walk down almost any street in Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, or south London and the streetscape is Victorian. Those familiar terrace rows — bay windows, brick corbelling, tiled paths, chimney stacks…
Posted by Simon January 15, 2026
renovating a victorian home a room at a time
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Renovating a Victorian Home: What to Keep, What to Change, and How to Do Both Well

There's a distinction worth drawing right at the start. Renovating a Victorian home is not quite the same thing as restoring one — and being clear about which you're doing…
Posted by Simon January 8, 2026
How Do Local Estate Agents Understand Neighbourhood Trends Better?
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How Do Local Estate Agents Understand Neighbourhood Trends Better?

Trends in your local housing market shift quickly, but local estate agents understand neighbourhood trends and detect them early through daily interactions and hyperlocal knowledge. They see which streets are…
Posted by Simon December 18, 2025
Matching your living room furniture
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The Ultimate Guide To Mixing And Matching Your Living Room Furniture

Matching your living room furniture doesn't mean everything must match. You can combine styles, textures, and eras to create a dynamic space. The risk? A cluttered, chaotic look. But when…
Posted by Simon November 30, 2025
Transforming a Bungalow Loft Into a Guest Bedroom
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Transforming a Bungalow Loft Into a Guest Bedroom

Just imagine turning your unused bungalow loft into a cozy guest bedroom. With proper headroom and structural support, this space can become functional and inviting. Electrical wiring and insulation must…
Posted by Simon October 25, 2025
classic Vs. modern living room furniture
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Classic Vs. Modern Living Room Furniture – Which Style Fits Your Home?

Most homeowners face a defining choice when designing their living space: classic Vs. modern living room furniture. Choosing the wrong style can disrupt your home's harmony and reduce long-term satisfaction.…
Posted by Simon October 5, 2025
how to restore a period home properly
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How to Restore a Period Home: A Guide for Those Who Want to Do It Right

There's a particular kind of madness that takes hold when you fall for an old house. You walk through a Victorian terrace or a Georgian townhouse — plaster crumbling, damp…
Posted by Simon October 2, 2025
converting a house into flats
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Converting a House into Flats: The Complete Guide to Doing It Properly

Converting a house into flats is one of those projects that looks straightforward on paper and turns out to be considerably more involved in practice. The basic proposition is appealing:…
Posted by Simon September 4, 2025
How To Refresh Your Living Room Furniture Without Breaking The Bank
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How To Refresh Your Living Room Furniture Without Breaking The Bank

Just swap out throw pillows, repaint old frames, or add a new rug to transform your space. You don't need to buy new furniture-small changes make the biggest impact. With…
Posted by Simon August 11, 2025

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