Plumbing training apprentices may stand to benefit from the recent surge in "exciting" kitchens which one DIY expert has highlighted. Julia Kendell, a television interior designer on BBC1’s DIY SOS, said that householders are getting bored of years of "cream shaker" kitchens and are starting to invest more time and money in their cooking havens. […]
Plumbing training apprentices may be pleased to learn that homeowners are being advised to seek professional expertise in order to avoid creating "a lot of damage" by doing DIY tasks themselves. This is according to Duncan Hayes, who is the temporary editor at Build It, a magazine which contains self-build information, features and case studies. […]
One construction expert has spoken about his admiration for Windowmaster, Europe’s largest provider of natural and smoke ventilation solutions. Tony Sadler, architect with the North Tyneside Construction Group, said that his company first became interested in the firm when investigating the price of louvre systems and air catchers, which are required to make fresh air […]
Those embarking on plumbing training courses could do well to pay some thought to the environment, an industry figure has advised. One construction expert has claimed that people are becoming increasingly concerned with running costs and eco-friendly home improvement options. Michael Holmes, who co-presents Channel Five’s I Own Britain’s Best Home, said that people have […]
Now is the time for people involved in the construction industry – such as electrical training apprentices – to take advantage of new business opportunities, one expert has suggested. Ilse van den Meijdenberg is the event organiser and founder of the UK meets NL network, which was formed by English Services in a bid to […]
Plumbing training apprentices may well have been among those in attendance at last weekend’s National Home Improvement Show. The event’s seminars and advice sessions offered visitors expertise and guidance on transforming their properties. Experts from across the home improvements sector also attended, including George Clarke from Channel 4’s The Home Show. Mr Clarke said: "This […]
The plastered surface has a long tradition, as this type of covering was considered to be the best way to get an even and smooth surface finish on masonry walls and ceilings. With today’s new-build construction techniques, the types and forms of plaster and its elements have adapted to the newer and more innovative ways […]
In a move which could benefit thousands of green energy training apprentices once they qualify, the government has announced its plan to invest an extra £20 million in clean energy technologies. According to one renewables expert, the additional funding will increase the availability of finance to the industry, particularly for new technologies. Jemma Robinson is […]
In what may well constitute good news for many green energy training apprentices, one industry expert has claimed that there is a "definite need" for new skills and expertise in the renewables sector. Angela Gallacher from The Renewable Energy Centre.co.uk, suggested that there could be imminent opportunities for those getting trained in the field, in […]
Plumbing training apprentices could stand to benefit from attending a networking event set to take place in Rotterdam on October 15th and 16th. According to Van den Meijdenberg, who is organising the event, UK meets NL will give people in the industry a chance to meet with like-minded professionals and learn about new international business […]
Those wanting to renovate their houses should hire a plastering training apprentice or professional rather than carrying out the work themselves, one DIY expert has suggested. Andrew Leech, director of representative body the National Home Improvement Council, said that people who hope to save money by carrying out DIY without guidance run the risk of […]