Author Archives: RatedPeople
Curtains? Blinds? Panels? Take Your Pick!
Why dress a window? You may want a good night’s sleep in a dark room. If you are south facing you might want to cut out bright sunlight which dazzles you in the living room. You may want privacy from … Continue reading
Something Old, Something New For Your Home
If you’ve got a period home it makes sense to reinstate period features. But by their very nature, shops selling contemporary products don’t have them. So where can you find the real McCoy and what’s available? With the explosion of … Continue reading
Boris Could Be Good For Builders In The Capital
Boris is back…and this time as the Mayor of London. What does his election mean for builders and tradesmen in the Capital? The Mayor has a number of responsibilities which are critical to builders and developers. He makes London-wide policy … Continue reading
Bricks Are More Interesting Than You Think
Bricks may seem dull and mundane, but they have a history and come in all shapes and sizes…read on. The first known bricks have been dated to about 7,500 BC and were made from sun dried mud in the Upper … Continue reading
It’s Not All Just Bricks And Mortar
When we think of builders we think of bricks and mortar, steel beams, cement mixers and concrete. But each region has it’s own, distinctive traditional building methods developed by local builders over the years. These largely depend on local materials … Continue reading
Roofs Around the World
Roofs are different wherever you go. Just about every building around the world has one, but they vary in shape, materials, durability and construction. Why is this so and why hasn’t someone come up with the definitive roof for all … Continue reading
Improve Your Home Entertainment With Wall Mounted TVs And Speakers
There was a time when TVs and speakers sat on a cabinet in the corner of a room, inconspicuous and small. But now they are the focus of the modern living room and take pride of place on the wall … Continue reading
The London Olympics – Making It Happen
Building an Olympic Games is no mean feat. It’s not just a matter of erecting a few stadia and swimming pools. There are all sorts of infrastructure and transport facilities to create, as well as a legacy to leave for … Continue reading
Flush It All Away For Good Drainage Maintenance!
Spring is in the air, and no doubt everything needs a good clean. Its all very well polishing the mantelpiece and hovering behind the sofa, but do you dare sort out your drains? This is the kind of job most … Continue reading
Property And Construction Can Get You Into The Rich List
The 20th Annual Sunday Times Rich List is out. Despite mutterings of property downturns and house prices falling, property tycoons and landowners make up the biggest group. And that’s good news for builders. Yes, house prices may be down and … Continue reading