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Heatwave Is Approaching The UK With Highs Of 35°C

From today onwards we are expecting the arrival of an ‘insane Spanish plume’ that will bring soaring temperatures of up to 35°C for two weeks to the UK. This predicted weather will put July’s warm temperatures firmly in the shade and is more than likely to surpass this year’s…

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Passivhaus Reduces Energy Usage By 58%

A new report released today has revealed that Passivhaus properties use a staggering 58% less energy than the average home. These results were generated following the first 12 months of occupancy for a three-bedroom eco-home in comparison to an ordinary British household. The Passivhaus standard, which was first introduced to the German market in the 1990s, includes…

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Client Praises Caribbean Blinds’ Excellent Level of Service

Unlike the industry norm which is to employ sub-contract fitters, at Caribbean we take great pride in the fact that all our personnel including our installers are employed for and work directly for us, having undergone lengthy training and equipped with the right tools for the job. Furthermore as they…

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The Importance Of Vitamin D For Good Health

In this week’s news it was unveiled doctors have urged patients to start taking vitamin D pills to balance the effect of a lack of sunlight exposure, particularly during the Autumn and Winter months. With Public Heath England emphasising how vital vitamin D is for our bone and muscle health, PHE now recommended an…

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Grand Designs Buyer’s Guide To External Shading

The August 2016 version of Grand Designs magazine (out now), based on the popular C4 TV programme Grand Designs provides a 3 page feature on external shading, looking at the different types of systems on the market, benefits of each, typical…

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Strawberries & Screen A Roaring Success

Our award-winning opening and closing louvered roof pergola canopy – Outdoor Living Pod, housed a pop up bar and barbecue this Summer for the Wimbledon Strawberries & Screen event from Monday 27th June to Sunday 10th July at Granary Square, King’s Cross,…

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Bright Lights from Big Windows Cause Delays at Stansted Airport

The long Summer sunsets are causing chaos for holidaymakers at Stansted Airport by disrupting electronic passport gates at border control. Passengers arriving at Stansted Airport have found the low setting sun shining through the windows is preventing the computer screens from identifying their faces, causing long delays for the…

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