Guides & advice
Heritage joinery, explained
Plain-English answers to the questions we are asked most — from the difference between a joiner and a carpenter to restoring a sash window and caring for heritage timber.
Joinery vs Carpentry: What's the Difference?
The terms are often used interchangeably, but joinery and carpentry are distinct trades. Here is the difference, in plain terms.
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How to Restore a Sash Window
Original sashes are almost always worth saving. Here is what proper sash window restoration involves, step by step.
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Caring for Heritage Timber
Well-made timber lasts a lifetime or more if it is cared for. A few habits keep heritage joinery and furniture sound.
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