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  1. How I Built My… with TV’s Charlie Luxton

    29th March 2017

    We caught up with architectural designer and TV presenter Charlie Luxton at Jewson Live where he talked about building design and how he likes to…

  2. London calling: cracking the capital

    29th March 2017

    The bright lights and (let’s face it) financial clout of London makes it a big target in construction. But it can be a difficult environment…

  3. You don’t have to move, you can always improve

    24th March 2017

    Sarah Beeny’s top five tips to giving your home a new lease of life A want for more space and a home that’s more suited…

  4. The Budget: BOB’s guide to what you need to know

    9th March 2017

    Earlier this week, the Chancellor of the Exchequer set out his 2017 budget plans. In between the ooo’s and the aah’s from the rowdy audience,…

  5. Going above and beyond for the trade

    2nd March 2017

    As part of its latest State of the Trade Survey, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has found that the construction skills shortage has now…

  6. Tool me up: A guide to Jewson Tool Hire

    24th February 2017

    When it comes to getting the right tool for the job, buying doesn’t always make sense. If it’s a one-off project that needs special kit,…

  7. How I Built My… with Phil from Phil Knight Carpentry and Joinery

    22nd February 2017

    Phil from Phil Knight Carpentry and Joinery has built up his reputation and business over the years after leaving school with few qualifications. If you’re…

  8. BOB’s guide to… landscaping in not quite landscaping weather

    22nd February 2017

    Landscaping might conjure thoughts of a long summer evening relaxing on the decking with a cold one. But for tradespeople who are used to working…

  9. 5 things BOB learnt from the Housing White Paper

    22nd February 2017

    “Let’s get Britain building” was the battle cry of the Housing White Paper. That means everyone’s going to be building. You, us, that bloke who…