How to add value to your home

The housing market may have taken a downturn at the start of the year, but things are on the up – in part thanks to the Government’s stamp duty holiday. If you’re thinking of putting your house on the market... View Article

Three costs to consider when buying a house

Buying a house is a time of great excitement as you plan the ways you want to decorate, the memories you’ll make, and the endless possibilities that lie ahead. But like any investment, there are certain costs to consider that... View Article

Bringing your property up to letting standards

Letting/renting your property is such a great way to put your money into something that will definitely give you more back. You can create a regular source of income from your property, and if your property value increases, so does... View Article

What You Should Know About An EICR

If you are a homeowner then you need to make sure that your home is properly maintained and checked for any issues. This is even more important if you are a landlord and rent your property out to tenants on... View Article

Style launches social distancing solutions

The current pandemic has generated a pressing need to radically adapt virtually all indoor space, from hospitals to hotels, from commercial offices to education facilities. Responding to this, Style, the UK’s market leading operable wall specialist, has launched a new... View Article

The three types of home insurance explained

Although not mandated by law, it is critical that every homeowner gets home insurance. Home insurance protects your property and belongings in different ways, depending on the insurance provider you choose. When shopping around for home insurance, it is important... View Article

The evolution of Shou Sugi Ban

Shou Sugi Ban, also known as Yakisugi, is an ancient Japanese technique that preserves wood using fire. Although fire is known to be hazardous to wood, strange as it may sound, when used in controlled measures, it significantly improves wood’s... View Article

Charred wood: The “new” cladding trend

Of all the cladding choices available today, including the modern facade materials, it’s a real testament that the classic charred wood is a re-surging cladding craze. This cladding trend is not without good reason: charred wood has many unique and... View Article

What is Shou Sugi Ban cladding

Timber has been used in the building and construction industry, among many other applications, since time immemorial. For starters, wood is an easy and versatile material to work with. It requires minimal energy both in production and installation compared to... View Article

Top benefits of fire doors

If you think having a fire door is in itself a great benefit for the people around, you’re wrong! Regardless of what you have read in several online articles, we will guide you through some intriguing benefits of fire doors.... View Article

What to look for in an HMO investment property

HMOs are a profitable business model for professional landlords, but they require careful management. If you are thinking of investing in an HMO, read on for some tips and advice. What is an HMO? An HMO is a house of... View Article

How long does it take to refurbish a concrete floor?

That’s a great question! One that thousands of Project Managers and Planners will want to know the answer to. In this short article we at BECOSAN® try to give you some useful information that will help you answer that question.... View Article