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UK Oak Doors Jargon Buster: All About Doors

We’ve all been through the pressure of buying something important that we know little to nothing about. From car technicians who bamboozle us with jargon so complicated that it sounds like they’re talking another language, to the salesmen who dazzle … Continue reading

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Solid Oak Doors – Living and Breathing

OK, so the title is a bit misleading, solid oak doors are not living things in the strictest sense of the words but in comparison to other home furnishings, even other types of door, solid oak doors do react and … Continue reading

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UK Oak Doors DIY Calendar: February

By February, life is returning to normal for most people, and the enthusiasm people felt for their new year’s resolutions is often starting to fade.  However, if January went according to plan for you, then you should be in a … Continue reading

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DIY Disasters Solved

Most DIY disasters happen on a Bank Holiday, and the next one is fast approaching. There is something about a Bank Holiday that makes some wives think their husbands should be occupied putting up shelves or fixing a plumbing problem. … Continue reading

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Weather-Proof Your Home

The last couple of winters have been unusually harsh.  We’ve had to contend with heavy snow, gale force winds, severe storms, and temperatures that are far colder than normal.  This has caused trouble for a lot of home owners, with … Continue reading

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Design Basics: Complete the Look with Lighting

So, you’ve spent most of your time off work re-decorating your home.  You’ve laid new carpets, painted every ceiling, painstakingly re-tiled and re-wallpapered every room, and put together the perfect set of furniture that matches your shiny new solid oak … Continue reading

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New Year, New Home

At this time of year, most people turn their minds towards spring-cleaning, but why not go a step further and give your home a new look?  While you’re at it, you could add some new home comforts too.  Here’s a … Continue reading

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Design Basics: Using Colour in Your Home

The impact of colour on interior design is often under-estimated. Not only do some colours look nicer than others; some colours have an impact on your mood, and some colours can make a room seem larger, cosier, or more inviting. … Continue reading

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UK Oak Doors Photo Competition Winners

The UK Oak Doors 2011 photo competition drew to a close before the Christmas break. The uptake surpassed expectations and we received some amazing entries making the judges’ job a particularly tricky one. A huge thank you to all of … Continue reading

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My Week with Marilyn: Capture the Look at Home

Interior design trends are often inspired by cinema, and the big movie of the moment, ‘My Week with Marilyn’, is certainly a great inspiration. Set in 1950s Britain, but with a bit of obligatory Hollywood glitz and glamour, ‘My Week … Continue reading

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