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Garden Designs with Railway Sleepers

Gardening is a great way to spend your time and be creative. With the right materials, you can make something truly special for your outdoor space. Railway sleepers are becoming an increasingly popular choice for garden design due to their unique look and sustainability. From...
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Wood Panelling Interior Ideas | DIY Wall Panelling Guide

Interior wood panelling is an excellent way to add a touch of character and warmth to any home. Whether you're looking for a traditional look or something more modern, there are plenty of creative ways to incorporate wood paneling into your interior design.  This article from...
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Your Most Common Customer Service Questions: Answered

Part of the job of our dedicated Customer Service Team is to answer your questions regarding anything to do with Builders Marketplace and BuildersMerchant.com. From product queries, to delivery and tracking information, our team are on standby to make sure you have the information you...
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A Guide To Forklift Safety

When working in the construction trade, a forklift is an essential vehicle for transporting goods and pallets around your site or short distances. You may enter and exit a forklift so often it has become second nature to you, however, if not operated with precision...
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Where Does Your Timber Come From?

When you visit your local builders’ merchant, timber of all species and sizes are neatly stacked and cut ready for you to use. However, we never think about the process that the wood goes through to go from a tree in the forest, to the...
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Biggest Construction Failures Of All Time

Sampoong Department Store Seoul, South Korea 1995 The Sampoong Department Store in Seoul was not always the building that the construction company intended. Similar to the time constraints occurring in the US during the Hyatt Regency Hotel collapse, South Korean construction companies were pressured to complete projects quickly...
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How To Guide: Wall Mounting A TV

Most of us see our television as an integral part of our living spaces, providing hours of entertainment and stimulation for everyone. Many of us choose to have our televisions mounted to a wall, providing the perfect viewing height and angle, and eliminating the need...
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How To Successfully Fireproof Your Home

A house fire is among everyone’s worst nightmares, it can start in seconds and cause irreversible damage in minutes. With an estimated 37,000 house fires occurring in the UK alone every year, it seems that some might not be aware of the ways that you...
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How To Store Your Materials & Tools Correctly In Winter

Most construction materials and tools are significantly compromised when exposed to cold weather, rendering them practically useless. Therefore, proper storage of said materials and tools is vital to maintain their quality and integrity. In regards to materials, the golden rule seems to be that you should...
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10 Essential Construction Accessories

As a builder or DIYer, the smaller tools and equipment are just as important as the large power tools to completing a project successfully. Here at Builders Marketplace, we have come up with 10 items every builder should have to hand or in their tool...
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