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Renovating
Sleeping Beauty awakens: A decade ago, 84 Plymouth Grove in Manchester was in the doldrums, with damp, dry rot and an uncertain future. Now, the former home of 19th-century novelist, Elizabeth Gaskell, is being coaxed back to life by local campaigners.
Period walls need sensitive renovation because of their age and method of construction, says Roger Hunt, in his problem-solving guide. Plus advice on the warning signs to look out for.
Period buildings expert Marianne Suhr admires the quality and pleasingly irregular finish of cleft oak tiles used to construct the roof of an eco-friendly music studio.
Period building expert Marianne Suhr examines the various types of period-style and eco friendly roofing available and the difference between shingles and shakes.
Attaching a curtain pole to an old wall needs a thoughtful approach, as Helaine Clare explains in her fail-safe eight-step guide.
If you are considering a large-scale renovation to your home that will require working with a construction company, you should research this type of coverage and make sure that the builder that you choose has it.
Out on the tiles Make an old roof your high priority, says Roger Hunt, who gives practical advice on spotting potential problems and how to get them fixed.
Old buildings expert Roger Hunt highlights the main things you should look out for to keep your roof and roof structure as sound as possible and avoid leaks and further structural damage.
Eco wisdom Period buildings expert Marianne Suhr discovers how innovative wood by-products make superb insulation when incorporated into new walls.
Maximising insulation properties or ‘U’ value of your building is crucial, but choosing natural alternatives lessens the environmental impact. Period buildings expert Marianne Suhr offers a quick guide to choosing eco insulation.
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