#Renovations in Worcestershire

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Top Renovation Ideas of 2024 To Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

In Worcestershire, making homes pretty is a vital thing! Renovations in Worcestershire mean making houses look more attractive. People here love to add nice things like new gardens, extra rooms, and strong fences. Landscaping is like painting a picture with plants. When houses need more space, they add rooms, called house extensions.  Building contractors help with these changes. Fences make…

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A client in romsgrovewho couldn’t be more thrilled with their glass staircase renovation…and rightly so!

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Accurate Land Surveys in Worcestershire with Castle Surveys LTD

When it comes to land surveying in Worcestershire, Castle Surveys LTD stands out as a leading and trusted name in the industry. With years of experience, a team of dedicated professionals, and state-of-the-art technology, Castle Surveys LTD has established itself as the go-to choice for accurate and comprehensive land surveys in Worcestershire and the surrounding areas.

Expertise in Land Surveying: Land surveying is a critical aspect of any construction or development project. Whether you're planning to build a new structure, expand an existing one, or simply assess the boundaries of your property, having accurate and up-to-date survey data is essential. Castle Surveys LTD specializes in a wide range of land surveying services, including:

Topographical Surveys: These surveys provide detailed information about the natural and man-made features of a piece of land. From contours and elevations to buildings and trees, Castle Surveys LTD delivers comprehensive topographical surveys that serve as the foundation for your project planning.

Boundary Surveys: Determining property boundaries is crucial to avoid disputes and ensure that your project stays within legal limits. Castle Surveys LTD's boundary surveys are carried out with precision and are accompanied by clear and concise reports.

Measured Building Surveys: If you need accurate measurements and plans of existing buildings, our measured building surveys are the solution. These surveys are essential for renovations, extensions, or any project that involves existing structures.

Utility Surveys: Castle Surveys LTD uses cutting-edge technology to locate and map underground utilities, reducing the risk of costly damage during construction.

Why Choose Castle Surveys LTD?

Experience and Expertise: With over [X] years of experience, Castle Surveys LTD has a deep understanding of the local terrain, regulations, and industry standards in Worcestershire. Our team of dedicated land surveyors is highly skilled and committed to delivering accurate results.

State-of-the-Art Technology: Castle Surveys LTD invests in the latest surveying equipment and software to ensure the highest level of precision and efficiency. We use GPS technology, 3D laser scanning, and digital mapping tools to provide you with the most detailed and accurate surveys.

Comprehensive Reports: Our survey reports are easy to understand and contain all the necessary information for your project, from measurements and boundary data to detailed maps and digital files. We also offer expert advice and support throughout the process.

Client-Centric Approach: At Castle Surveys LTD, we prioritize customer satisfaction. We work closely with our clients to understand their specific needs and tailor our services accordingly. We are committed to delivering on time and within budget.

Legal Compliance: We understand the importance of adhering to local regulations and legal requirements. Castle Surveys LTD ensures that all surveys are conducted in compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.

Service Areas: Castle Surveys LTD serves clients not only in Worcestershire but also in the surrounding areas. Whether you have a residential, commercial, or industrial project, our expert land surveyors are ready to assist you. Our extensive service area includes [List of relevant locations in Worcestershire and neighboring regions].

Conclusion: When it comes to land surveying in Worcestershire, Castle Surveys LTD is your trusted partner. Our commitment to accuracy, advanced technology, and client satisfaction sets us apart in the industry. Whether you're planning a new construction project, need to assess property boundaries, or require any other land surveying service, Castle Surveys LTD is here to provide you with reliable and precise solutions. Contact us today to discuss your project and experience the Castle Surveys LTD difference. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to exceeding your expectations.

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Victorian Floor Tile Restoration Tips and Techniques

This enquiry was from a property owner in the picturesque Malvern hills who needed some help with a Victorian tiled hallway. The floor had an unsightly concrete door threshold that the client wanted tiling, several tiles throughout the floor were loose and needed restoration and the floor needed a deep clean and seal. All of this was possible so after my site visit, I produced a quote which I sent by email and the work was scheduled.

Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Malvern is a spa-town that lies at the foot of the Malvern Hills in in Worcestershire. The centre of Malvern, known as Great Malvern, is an historic conservation area and the town dramatically during Victorian times. So, it’s no surprise when I get called to maintain the many Victorian properties here.

Cleaning and Repairing a Victorian Tiled Hallway Floor

The first day was spent removing the concrete from the door threshold. I didn’t want to cause damage the surrounding area, so I had to proceed carefully and so this part was quite labour intensive.

I then used cement boards which were cut to size to build the floor level, allowed to dry, and then tiled following the pattern from the opposite door. Fortunately, we had managed to source some reclaimed tiles which were very close in colour and size to match the existing floor. Once this was completed, I moved onto resetting the loose tiles. The floor was then left to dry overnight so the adhesive and grout would set.

The following day I rotary cleaned the floor with a 200-grit milling pad and a strong dilution of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean, this gave the floor a really deep clean. The floor was rinsed, and the soil removed using a wet vacuum. The floor then needed to dry overnight before we could apply the sealer.

There didn’t seem to be any signs of Efflorescence on this floor, which is where salt deposits appear on the surface due to moisture. It can be particularly common in floors of this age which are too old to be fitted with a damp proof membrane. However, this floor appeared to be ok.

Sealing a Victorian Tiled Hallway Floor

We retuned the following day and tool a couple of moisture readings with a damp meter before concluding the floor was dry and ready to be sealed. First, I applied a coat of Tile Doctor Stone Oil which is an impregnating sealer that improves character and then followed this up with three coats of Tile Doctor Colour Grow allowing plenty of drying time between each coat.

Colour Grow is also an impregnating sealer however this product is designed to improve colour as well as provides long lasting durable protection to the floor. This product is also breathable so any future moisture can rise through the tile and not become trapped underneath where it could cause problems.

By the time I had finished the Victorian floor looked transformed, the colours were richer and most importantly my client was very pleased with the result and even left the following feedback.

“We are very pleased with the work”

Before leaving I recommended, they use Tile Doctor Neutral Tile Cleaner to help keep the floor in the best condition, especially in a high traffic area such as the hallway. Using this product will ensure the sealant lasts longer.

Source: Victorian Floor Tile Cleaning and Restoration Service in Worcestershire

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St Michael & All Angels ~ Cofton Hackett....Worcestershire

A pretty,little Grade II listed church of Norman origin, the existing building dating back to the 14th Century most probably built in 1330 by Robert de Leycester as a chapel for the manor house.It was renovated in 1861 by the architect Henry Day.

There are a few images taken in the churchyard on my sideblog @inanoldchurchyard

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Whether, like Plumber Manor in Dorset, they’ve been owned by the same family for hundreds of years or are a cherished new project such as Caer Beris in Wales, manor hotels have a family at their hearts.  Packed with history, these hotels pride themselves on delightfully old-fashioned hospitality with generous meals, antique furniture, gardens to wander in and countryside to admire.  There are famous ones, including Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, and Gravetye and Cowley Manors, but there are plenty of others to discover, and some of them have superb deals this year. Lympstone Manor, Devon  Lympstone Manor in Devon has a Michelin-starred restaurant and 21 bedrooms in the main house, with high levels of indulgence that include a resident artist and a vista of the River Exe Stunning: Pictured is one of the bathrooms, which features two freestanding gold baths and a marble double sink  When chef Michael Caines bought this Regency mansion near Exmouth in 2017, part of the appeal was the surrounding farmland which he thought would make an ideal terroir for English sparkling wine. More than 17,000 vines were planted, and the first vintage is due in 2021. In the meantime, there’s a Michelin-starred restaurant and 21 bedrooms in the main house, with high levels of indulgence that include a resident artist and a vista of the River Exe. New this year are equally luxurious shepherd’s huts that sleep up to five guests. Doubles from £560, including breakfast and lunch (lympstonemanor.co.uk).   Ockenden Manor, West Sussex Sussex treat: Ockenden Manor, near Cuckfield, serves afternoon cream tea with scones and finger sandwiches  Tucked into the countryside near the South Downs, next to the boutique-filled village of Cuckfield, parts of this mansion date from the 16th Century. If you want to delve into the oldest part of the hotel, ask for the Master Timothy suite, which has wooden panelling, reading nooks and an adjacent room for children. Downstairs is given over to a bar, drawing rooms and a restaurant which overlooks a semi-wild garden; its wine list reflects the burgeoning Sussex vineyard scene. The former walled garden now houses a spa with an indoor and outdoor swimming pool; there are also a handful of suites, allowing guests to drift between their rooms and treatments. One-night Spa Break Getaway costs from £143pp for dinner, B&B with £25 voucher towards a spa treatment from Monday to Friday (prideofbritainhotels.com). Buckland Manor, Worcestershire Chef Will Guthrie raids the nearby Vale of Evesham for produce both in the restaurant and for hampers to take on picnics around Buckland Manor and beyond  There are 15 rooms, some of them with four-poster beds and views of church spires. Distinctly more family-friendly than many Cotswolds hotels, there are interconnecting rooms as well as special menus for children  Domesday mention:  The manor house has ‘Domesday Book history and plenty of modern-day appeal’ A manor house with Domesday Book history and plenty of modern-day appeal. The 15th Century timbered hall provides the backdrop for afternoon tea in winter, although in summer it spreads out into the gardens. The beautiful village of Broadway is a gentle hike away, so are the gardens at Snowshill. There are 15 rooms, some of them with four-poster beds and views of church spires. Distinctly more family-friendly than many Cotswolds hotels, there are interconnecting rooms as well as special menus for children. Chef Will Guthrie raids the nearby Vale of Evesham for produce both in the restaurant and for hampers to take on picnics around the hotel and beyond. Two-night stays from £315pp, including B&B plus one dinner and a National Trust card worth £127 (bucklandmanor.co.uk). Plumber Manor, Dorset Generations of the Prideaux-Brune family have lived at Plumber Manor in Dorset since they built it in the 1600s – and it shows A textbook West Country manor house, from the long driveway surrounded by fields to the mullion windows framed by roses. Generations of the Prideaux-Brune family have lived at Plumber since they built it in the 1600s and it shows, with resident black labradors, proper family portraits and a collection of classic cars. There are six bedrooms in the main house, ten others in a restored stone barn. Spread over three dining rooms, the menu is classic country house, strong on cheese souffle and peppered beef, followed by home-made puddings. B&B from £155. For a three-night minimum stay, dinner, B&B is from £137.50pp per night (plumbermanor.co.uk). Manor House, Wiltshire The 14th Century ivy-clad manor house in Wiltshire is filled with stained-glass windows, beams and a Michelin-starred restaurant There are 21 rooms in the main house and 29 cottages around the grounds, some of which are dog-friendly With its charming honey-stoned houses, Castle Combe is often described as England’s most beautiful village, and it has caught the eye of many a Hollywood director. It has a 14th Century ivy-clad manor house – in the same honey-coloured stone to match – filled with stained-glass windows, beams and a Michelin-starred restaurant. There are 21 rooms, including the delightful Lordsmeer suite in the main house and 29 cottages around the grounds, some of which are dog-friendly. There’s an 18-hole golf course and a glorious Italianate garden, and the Bybrook river meanders through the grounds. B&B doubles from £250 (exclusive.co.uk/the-manor-house). Titchwell Manor, Norfolk A hotel that catches the posh but gently boho North Norfolk vibe beautifully; this Victorian building is too close to the beach to have any airs and graces, but there’s a lot of breezy charm. Meals are served in an expansive conservatory and there are 26 rooms, some with hot tubs. Owned by the Snaith family, it is managed by their son Eric, who also runs Norfolk’s smartest fish and chip shop in nearby Thornham. Family-friendly, it’s also a stylish bolthole for birdwatchers; there’s an RSPB reserve next door. B&B from £140. A two-night walking break including dinner, B&B plus a packed lunch on one day costs from £265pp (titchwellmanor.com). Longueville Manor, Jersey  Longueville Manor, Jersey, puts food and wine at the centre of its appeal This Relais & Châteaux hotel may put food and wine at the centre of its appeal, but there’s much more on offer.  The 30 rooms and suites are cream and serene, generously sized and with French-accented luxury.  For extra privacy, there’s a two-bedroom cottage in the grounds, alongside tennis courts and a spa. The hotel also has its own yacht. Longueville became a hotel in 1949 and is now in the third generation of family ownership.  There’s a fine cellar, with more than 5,000 bottles, a forager on staff to supplement the extensive kitchen garden and honey from hives dotted around the grounds.  Doubles from £225, room-only (longuevillemanor.com). Aynsome Manor Hotel, Cumbria Aynsome Manor Hotel, Cumbria, has 13 bedrooms, some in the beamed eaves of the building, all with the sort of views that will have you pulling on your walking boots For those who like the wilder side of Cumbria, here is a handsome, good-value manor near Cartmel, now run by the second generation of the Varley family. There are just 13 bedrooms, some in the beamed eaves of the building, all with the sort of views that will have you pulling on your walking boots. Guests eat in the dining room rather than a restaurant and the food aims to make the flavours sing with minimal fuss. The menus are set-price and a bargain at three courses for £30. B&B from £90 per night (aynsomemanorhotel.co.uk). Caer Beris Manor, Powys The Southwick family bought Caer Beris Manor in Powys last year and spent lockdown continuing their renovation programme  Lord Swansea built this mock-Tudor mansion, surrounded on three sides by the River Irfon, in 1896 on the foundations of a 13th Century castle. It was bought by the Southwick family last year. There are 22 rooms spread across the estate, ranging from suites to single rooms. The family spent lockdown continuing their renovation programme and have created picnic areas throughout the grounds, which also hold orchards and an otter hide, while there’s trout, salmon and grayling to fish for. The 1898 restaurant sources its ingredients locally. Mains start at £16. B&B from £90 (caerberis.com). Manor House, Argyll and Bute Manor House, Argyll and Bute, is ‘delightfully gentle’ with just 11 rooms and spectacular West Coast views The Scots don’t do manors in quite the same way as the English – fortified castles were more their thing. This hotel is one of the exceptions, and it’s delightfully gentle with just 11 rooms and spectacular West Coast views. It was built for the Duke of Argyll in 1780, next to Oban’s harbour. Staying here is a superb introduction to the Inner Hebrides, from the freshly caught seafood in the restaurant to sunset views from McCaig’s Tower behind the hotel – although watching from the Nelson bar at the hotel with a fine whisky in hand is nearly as good. Sailors can use the hotel’s own mooring. Double B&B from £224 (manorhouseoban.com). The Manor at Sway, Hampshire Pictured is one of the bedrooms at The Manor at Sway, Hampshire, where ‘William Morris mixes with a touch of modern design’ All the space and grace that the Edwardians could muster comes into play at this hotel on the southern edge of the New Forest, where William Morris mixes with a touch of modern design. It’s a great car-free option as it’s near the railway station and there are wonderful walks into the forest and heath to explore from the hotel. There are just 11 bedrooms and a restaurant serving local produce. Dishes include local pork with black pudding, crisp ham and charred baby gem lettuce, while puddings include lemon curd tart with basil. Doubles from £189, including dinner, breakfast and afternoon tea (themanoratsway.com).  Moonfleet Manor, Dorset Room with a view: Moonfleet Manor, a Georgian mansion in Dorset, overlooks the magnificent Chesil Beach Not just for adults: One of the lounges at the hotel, which is child-focused, with play areas and picnics If you want to get your child manored up, head here. Overlooking Chesil Beach and part of the Luxury Family Hotel group, it’s thoroughly child-focused. There are interconnecting rooms, indoor and outdoor play areas, including a pool, and in a Covid-made-fun way, picnics are available for every meal including breakfast. The South West Coastal Path runs alongside the back garden. In the Georgian mansion, there’s a playfulness that adults will appreciate too, with high teas and grown-up meals and, above all, Snoopy, the venerable hotel spaniel. Two nights from £329, including breakfast and dinner for two. Children stay free but are charged for meals; two hours of childcare a day is included from September 7 when the creche reopens (moonfleetmanorhotel.co.uk). Long Crendon Manor, Buckinghamshire Long Crendon Manor in Buckinghamshire has bedrooms with original features, a bakery, farm shop and florist  Not a hotel as such, but you can stay in this manor, which is stacked with beamed charm. Parts of the main house date from the 12th Century. It’s still a working estate, with ducks and geese in the orchard that creates the cider, and Gloucester Old Spot pigs that provide the morning bacon. Head into the courtyard and there’s a bakery, farm shop and florist. The farm shop cafe serves lunch and it’s walking distance from two pubs in the village. B&B doubles from £145 (longcrendonmanor.co.uk).  Rothay Manor, Cumbria This small foodie hotel in the heart of the Lake District is owned by Jamie and Jenna Shail, who have bought significant flair and rolltop baths to the low-slung white house near Ambleside. Eight of the rooms on the ground floor are dog-friendly; first-floor rooms have balconies. Its main restaurant has three AA rosettes and five courses start from £70 a head, but there’s also a more casual restaurant. B&B from £221 (rothaymanor.co.uk). The post Give your British mini-break some real style and book a stay in one of these 14 grand houses appeared first on Shri Times News. from WordPress https://ift.tt/3ld1rKb

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Expert Spray Foam Removal Services in Worcestershire

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Fireplace Cleaning and Maintenance

People enjoy delight having their very own fireplaces of their very own homes. It is taken into consideration a valuable equipment in a room because of the warm temperature and luxury it provides. But to maintain it running that way, human beings want to do a piece of attempt to maintain their fireplaces running nicely and that they ought to additionally ensure to don't forget hearth cleansing and renovation guidelines. - gas fireplace cleaners edmonton

The hearth wishes normal care and smooth-as much as make certain a steady and cost-powerful hearthplace. Creosote, a flamable tar-like rely that builds up withinside the chimney and flue, ought to be wiped clean out with the aid of using a expert to remove at the least one viable hearthplace hazard. The hearth and its add-ons need to receive habitual cleansing in the course of the wood-burning season to eliminate a buildup of ashes, soot, and creosote tars.

To preserve the performance of fireplaces, cleansing and renovation ought to be stored normal. During every year inspections, the chimney ought to be tested for harm, buildup and proximity to combustibles. The area across the chimney and the hearth need to be stored tidy and loose from debris. The flue ought to be checked for obstructions like birds' nests, and overhanging branches need to additionally be cut. The hearth, in general, need to be wiped clean while necessary. It need to be inspected to ensure that there's enough shielding linings and smoke ducts and that the chimney ought to be in appropriate condition. The hearth need to likewise be stored smooth so it'd seem greater fine to apply and additionally to make it a higher characteristic for visitors and visitors.

Some guidelines for hearth cleansing and renovation encompass the following:

To maintain the brass shiny, a toothbrush and Worcestershire sauce ought to be used. The brass knobs and the door or steel elements round the hearth may be wiped clean with the aid of using scrubbing in view that this will maintain the region tidy and gleaming.

Doors ought to be open for venting. Avoid hearthplace that burns longer than 5 hours.

To keep away from warm embers from leaping onto the carpet, the display ought to be stored close. Place a non-flammable rug immediately on the hearth. This is to keep away from sparks from igniting the carpet or wood floor.

Do now no longer depart the hearthplace unattended, specially while there are small children.

Use a chimney cap to keep away from animal nesting, water harm or debris. This is likewise to keep away from obstructing the chimney.

Clean out the firebox as soon as a week. To assist coals warmth quicker and to hold their warmth longer, an inch of ash need to be stored withinside the backside to paintings as an insulator. Before the ash is taken out from the firebox, open the damper to keep away from ashes spreading out. Do now no longer use a vacuum cleanser in cleansing out the ash.

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Dilapidated old shed on sale for eye-watering price – but is it really a bargain?

Dilapidated old shed on sale for eye-watering price – but is it really a bargain?

A SHED has gone on sale for an astonishing £20,000 – but it could turn out to be a secret bargain. The tiny property in Bewdley, Worcestershire, seems to be an absolute rip off and is being sold via auction next month. 2 The dilapidated old shed is available for £20,000Credit: RightMove 2 Instead of wasting money renovating the inside buyers could take a different course of actionCredit:…

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How to Remove Carpet Glue from Quarry Tiles

I was contacted by a client from the Georgian canal town of Stourport-on-Severn regarding their Quarry tiled hallway floor. The client had moved into the property sometime in the past and unhappy with the appearance of the tiled floor decided to have it covered up with carpet. The carpet was now due for a change and rather than replace it she looked around to see if anyone could restore the original quarry tiles.

Having found Tile Doctor, I was asked to pay the property a visit and quote for the restoration. I arranged a convenient time and went over to survey the tiles which although dirty were in good physical condition. The carpet however had secured to the floor with a carpet gripped screwed through the grout and a strong carpet adhesive all of which would need rectifying as part of the restoration.

After reviewing the whole floor and completing a few tests I was confident we could remove the old glue and restore the floor back to its original condition. My quote was accepted, and a date agreed to start the work.

If you have never been, I can recommend a visit to Stourport, close to Kidderminster and famous for its canal junction location it was once one of the principal distribution centres for goods to and from the rest of the West Midlands.

Cleaning a Quarry Tiled Hallway Floor

The first job was to remove the carpet, underlay and carpet grippers. I then applied a strong dilution of Tile Doctor Remove and Go to breakdown the adhesives and to remove any old sealers. It was left to soak into the Quarry tile and grout for about ten minutes before being worked into the floor with a scrubbing rotary machine fitted with a black pad. It wasn’t long before the solution went dark with all the dirt that had been released from the pores of the tiles and the slurry was removed with a wet and dry vacuum.

I then applied Tile Doctor Acid Gel to remove some cement residue and combat any potential efflorescence issues which are quite common in old floors like these that don’t have a damp-proof membrane installed. The floor was then rinsed down with water to remove any trace of cleaning products, then then left to dry off overnight. Before leaving I spent time filling in the holes left by the screws of the carpet rods with a dark coloured grout which was as close a match to the colour of the tile as possible.

Sealing a Quarry Tiled Hallway Floor

On my return the following day I checked the moisture readings on the floor using a damp meter and as the readings were good, I proceeded to seal the floor. For a sealer I had chosen to use the tried and tested Tile Doctor Seal and Go Extra. This sealer allows for moisture vapour transmission making it partially breathable and ideal for situations where no damp proof membrane has been installed and where there is risk of moisture being trapped under the floor. It also allows the colour of the tiles to shine through without leaving a shiny finish. I gave the floor five coats allowing ample drying time in-between coats.

As you can see from the pictures the floor looked great and my client was extremely happy with the result and so pleased, they had finally taken the old hallway carpet up. For aftercare I recommended Tile Doctor Neutral Tile Cleaner to keep the floor in the best condition and ensure maximum longevity for the new sealer.

Source:  Quarry Tile Cleaning and Renovation Service in Worcestershire