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Preparing for icy weather conditions – Which heater is right for the job?

Preparing for icy weather conditions – Which heater is right for the job?

When the weather turns colder, it’s best to prepare yourself in advance. Having adequate heating, whether it’s on a building site, a warehouse, an office or at home, is vital. But not all heaters are born equal, and selecting the right one for the job can make a real difference. Before you jump into buying or hiring a heater, it might be worth asking yourself a few questions.
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Hanging Doors: a How-to Guide for a Job Well Done

Hanging Doors: a How-to Guide for a Job Well Done

Fitting new doors can be trickier than you expect, especially as older houses tend to twist and settle, bringing the door frames well out of true. Still, with a little care and the right tools, anyone can hang a door like an expert.
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Happy Retirment to Brian Hewitt

Happy Retirment to Brian Hewitt

The Plantool team have recently said a fond farewell to Brian Hewitt, a valued member of our team who worked at our Kettering depot. Brian was with us for 7 years working as the driver. Previous to this, he was manager at the Brandon hire depot in Kettering but came to us when they closed it down.
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Selling On Your House? 5 Things You Can Do That Will Make Your Home More Attractive To Buyers.

Selling On Your House? 5 Things You Can Do That Will Make Your Home More Attractive To Buyers.

Of course, we all know we have to present a clean and well-turned-out home to attract buyers, but some of the things home owners and developers do to a property to raise its value actually produce less improvement than they actually cost! So, what can you do to spruce up a property in ways that are most likely to give you the best return on your investment?
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Revamping Your Kitchen - A Fresh Look Without Ripping Out Cabinets!

Revamping Your Kitchen - A Fresh Look Without Ripping Out Cabinets!

You’d be amazed what new appliances, lights and a bit of paint can do for that tired old kitchen!
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How to Build an In-built Bookcase - a Step by Step Guide

How to Build an In-built Bookcase - a Step by Step Guide

A traditional in-built bookcase would be made with solid wood boards, but this would be very expensive by today’s standards – upwards of £1000 for the lumber alone – so we suggest using MDF or plywood with a hardwood veneer. It will be both less expensive and stronger, and the sawn edges can be covered easily with trim. We suggest a birch veneer, as it gives you the most flexibility with stains and paints. If you are making a large bookcase, you’ll need a strong frame to hold the weight of all the books. Consider oak plywood for the legs (sides), and a double thickness at that!
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The Plantool Warwick depot team answer a call for help from the DIY SOS team

The Plantool Warwick depot team answer a call for help from the DIY SOS team

The popular BBC television programme DIY SOS; The Big Build put out a call to local dealers in the Bidford-on-Avon area to supply any tools and equipment they could spare for their latest project.
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Tips for Insulating Your House This Winter - Saving Money on Energy Bills

Tips for Insulating Your House This Winter - Saving Money on Energy Bills

There is a growing concern across the UK for rising energy prices and cost of living during the winters. Not a day goes by without thinking that more of our precious pennies are consumed even through winters when one expects the cost of living to decrease in such a season. It is estimated that the amount of electricity that is generated from gas will most likely increase to about 60% between now and 2020 as more coal-fired power stations close down. Several factors are involved in dampening the cost of living during winters with increased energy prices. Here are some tips for insulating your house this winter, which can result in significant savings.
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A job well done at this years' Warwick Town Bonfire night

A job well done at this years' Warwick Town Bonfire night

Our Warwick depot were pleased to receive a letter of accommodation from the Warwick Town Joint Bonfire Committee. The letter from Jackie Crampton, secretary of the committee thanks the Plantool team for our support in providing equipment to help host the evening at the Warwick Racecourse.
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How to Achieve A Professional Finish When Tiling A Bathroom

How to Achieve A Professional Finish When Tiling A Bathroom

Changing the tiles of your bathroom can accentuate the appearance and further enhance your bathroom from its previous state. However, to get a professional finish while tiling a bathroom yourself can be a daunting and time-consuming task. Either you can employ a professional tiler or designer, who will guarantee a near perfect job in no time or you can take up the challenge and do it yourself. If you are tight on budget then the expensive labour charges of employing a designer might be off-putting. So if you are looking to rival the decorator in achieving a professional finish when tiling your bathroom, here are some tips.
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