Looking to start your next garden project, you should consider porcelain paving tiles!

In this blog, we discuss what this method is, and give you an easy step-by-step guide on how to lay your tiles. Keep reading to find out more! 

Porcelain paving has become increasingly popular over the years, and it's important to know how to clean and maintain it! 

In this article, we tell you how to best clean your porcelain paving tiles, and how to keep them looking good all year round. 

It’s International Women’s Day, and here at GPH, we’re celebrating women in the industry. A recent study found that 32% of women would consider a career as a tradesperson, and since 2009 there has been a huge increase in women joining the industry. In fact, there’s been a 120% increase in the last ten years. 

Amazing tradies are what make us tick, and we decided to mark International Women’s Day by having a chat with two talented tradeswomen, Jill Maclean and Marie Wright. 

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If you've found yourself without heating or hot water - your boiler could be losing water pressure. Boiler problems can be incredibly inconvenient (not to mention expensive) but knowing how to fix boiler pressure can help save you time and money.

Luckily, low boiler pressure is easy to spot and relatively simple to fix. In fact, you can stop your boiler from losing pressure at home yourself. In this blog, we'll give you all the advice and tools you need to repressurise your boiler.

Damp rising through the surface of concrete slab flooring is pretty common, and the porous nature of concrete can make dealing with your moisture problem an uphill battle. The issue is especially tricky to deal with when water ingress seeps through to the finishing layer laid on top of your floors. The excess moisture can spell big problems for carpets and floor coverings - particularly for wooden floors.

In this guide, we're taking a look at how to install a damp-proof membrane on concrete and how to stop moisture from coming through concrete floors and prevent dampness.

Purchasing timber can come with surprising confusion. There are so many options on the market and technical terms that can leave you wondering which option is the best for your project. Timber is an essential material for a variety of joinery requirements, so figuring out which types of timber you should be using is important.

C16 and C24 are the most popularly used treated timber grades used in the UK, but what exactly are they, and what are the differences? In this blog, we'll cover the benefits and the variations available,

Keep Your Home Warm With Loft Insulation

The current cold snap is set to continue, and with energy bills on the rise, making the most of your heating has never been so important. While we are all looking for cost-effective ways to keep our homes and offices warm this winter, there is a good chance that your efforts are being thwarted. According to the energy saving trust, a quarter of heat is lost through the roof of an uninsulated home, costing you money each year.

As heat escapes through your roof and cold air creeps into your home, insulating your loft space is a fantastic way to reduce your energy usage. There are many things to consider when it comes to loft installation, and in this guide, we're walking you through the process step by step.

How Does Loft Insulation Reduce Heat Loss?

Winter is approaching, and with a cold snap on the way in the next few weeks, we're all coming up with ways to keep cosy. As energy prices continue to rise, woodburning stoves and country kilns are becoming more and more popular, and it's no surprise as to why - even small wood-burning stoves can heat up an entire home. While a kiln is already a great investment to get you through the winter months, making the most of it is also important.

With so many options out there, finding the best fuel for multi-fuel stoves can be tricky. In this blog, we're answering common questions like "does coal burn hotter than wood", which type of wood you should be using for a country kiln log burner, and what exactly is peat fuel?

The Best Coal For Stoves

Lawn Care in Autumn with the help of Plant Hire

Autumn is the time to check our grass for signs of summer wear-and-tear. At this time of year, any treatment done has time to take effect before the temperatures drop and the grass stops growing. Here are some handy tips and offers for aerating and scarifying your lawn this autumn with the help of GPH Plant hire Aerating Let’s start off with

Aerating

Aerating your grass allows better movement of air and water in the root zone. A well-aerated lawn will manage better after lots of rain and waterlogging. Concentrate on areas that receive the most wear and those that are compacted. Small areas can be spiked with a garden fork but for larger areas you can hire a Lawn Aerator from us which is supplied with either solid spikes or hollow corers for maximum flexibility. The "off-set" crank operating system on the LA25 allows the power of the engine to punch the tines into the ground resulting in perfect a

 Thinking about painting the garden fence ?

Most of us assume it's going to be a long, process and we put it off for as long as possible ...... and then finally give in when we see how good our neighbour's new paint job is looking ! 

First things first, we're here to tell you that it doesn't have to be such a chore!  And its a great way to spruce up your garden.

Most fence paints including Cuprinol, you get a few years of all-weather protection, so you can rest assured that you won't need to repaint for a little while.

Pick a dry day and simply follow these steps below.

Step 1 - Brush off loose dirt.

Brush away any loose debris or cobwebs using a stiff brush. It's a good idea to pull out any old nails sticking out of your panels and to remove any hanging baskets or objects that might be in the way.