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What is salt banding? How to treat damp walls properly
The first time you encounter salt banding on a damp wall, it’s easy to mistake it for mould – and in fairness, mould often follows soon after if the issue isn’t addressed. But salt banding is actually the result of salts being drawn up through the wall and deposited in a neat, horizontal line as…
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Brian’s Gift Guide “For Him” (So Many Really Good Ideas)
You know that scene in The Simpsons where we finally get a glimpse inside Homer’s closet to find it’s just a hundred sets of white shirts and blue pants? Well, if we men were left to our own devices, that’s what all our closets would look like. We don’t tend to shop for clothes, and…
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OpenSpace Acquires Disperse to Expand AI-Powered Construction Progress Tracking
OpenSpace, a Visual Intelligence Platform for construction, has acquired Disperse, a leader in construction progress tracking. The acquisition builds on a partnership announced in June 2025 and aims to expand OpenSpace’s capabilities in verified, image-based project insights. The combined solution pairs jobsite imagery with computer vision and human verification to provide an accurate, real-time view…
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How to get rid of bedbugs: A step-by-step guide
If you’ve woken up with itchy bites and reddish-brown marks on your mattress, you’re probably wondering how to get rid of bedbugs – and fast! These tiny insects live on bedding and furniture and are often brought inside via your clothing or other belongings. Thankfully, these pests are visible to the human eye, and the…
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Where to buy sheds online: styles for every space and budget
Finding the right shed for your outdoor space can feel a lot like house-hunting for your garden. You want something that looks good, fits the space, and stands up to the unpredictable British weather. But when the options online are seemingly endless, it’s easy to get lost between bespoke timber builds and practical metal designs.…
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Solar firms shut down after £3m pensioner scam
Two UK solar panel firms have been shut down after taking more than £3 million from pensioners through a refund scam that promised government-backed grants to cover installation and maintenance costs. The Insolvency Service confirmed that Trident West Industries Ltd and Star Solar Ltd misled dozens of homeowners with cold calls and doorstep sales. The…
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Concrete but Greener: The Race to Decarbonize Construction Materials
The Foundation of a Carbon Problem Concrete is, quite literally, the foundation of the modern world. From sidewalks to skyscrapers, concrete has transformed civilization for the past 200 plus years of its usage. It is the second most consumed substance on the planet, second only to water, with approximately 30 billion tons being produced annually. …
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When Is the Best Time of Year to Paint Your House?
The right painting temperature creates either a flawless finish or leads to a frustrating failure. Most homeowners want to refresh their home’s appearance but struggle to pick the perfect time. Summer might seem like the only suitable season, but reality tells a different story. Paint works best between 10°C and 29°C, whatever the season. Humidity…
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When Is the Best Time of Year to Paint Your House?
The right painting temperature creates either a flawless finish or leads to a frustrating failure. Most homeowners want to refresh their home’s appearance but struggle to pick the perfect time. Summer might seem like the only suitable season, but reality tells a different story. Paint works best between 10°C and 29°C, whatever the season. Humidity…
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Micron delays construction at $100B New York megafab
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Tech company Micron pushed back construction at its $100 billion Clay, New York, semiconductor megafab plant by two to three years, according to the project’s final environmental impact report. The updated timeline now marks the…