We've pulled together a list of tips you may find helpful based on questions we get from our customers.
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Top Tips Before Buying Skirting Board
07/01/2022 10:23
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By Will Baker
What is Double Skirting?
10/12/2021 11:54
Do you want your skirting board to stand out or set a new interior design trend?
We think using Double Skirting Board may be the inspiration you've been looking for!
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By Will Baker
Planning Your Skirting Board Purchase
05/11/2021 15:28
6 tips on why planning ahead can make a big difference to the success of your home renovation.Read More
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By Will Baker
Anatomy of a Skirting Board
13/10/2021 14:52
When choosing your skirting it may help to understand how it is put together and what features you might like.
So we've deconstructed our skirting boards to give you a better look!Read More
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By Will Baker
Complete Architrave Door Sets
17/09/2021 14:03
What are the advantages of buying a complete architrave door set? We answer some of the questions you may have when making your choice.
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By Will Baker
Best of Instagram August 2021
03/09/2021 14:06
August 2021 brings us some great posts from Instagram with magic mirrors, tips on making rooms look bigger and some wonderful home renovations.
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By Will Baker
Best of Instagram July 2021
06/08/2021 13:06
Football may not have come home, so instead let us take you to some of our favourite homes from June 2021 on Instagram.
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By Will Baker
Celebrities - What Skirting Would they Choose?
03/08/2021 12:07
With a much larger budget than the average homeowner, what kind of skirting boards might celebrities choose?
Well, we decided to find out!
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By Will Baker
Best of Instagram June 2021
06/07/2021 16:06
June 2021 proved not to be quite as warm as 2020, maybe that's why this month features so many fireplaces and radiators!
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By Will Baker
Best of Instagram May 2021
02/06/2021 13:06
A doorway themed selection of posts from our customers on Instagram from May 2021 with some wonderful uses of architrave.
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By Will Baker
Best of Instagram April 2021
07/05/2021 15:06
We're on Instagram! (@skirtingsrus) and here's what we liked from your posts in April 2021!
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By Will Baker
Are Grey Skirting Boards Finished?
30/04/2021 09:59
Are grey skirting boards too ubiquitous in modern interior design?
Is it time to move on and what the options?
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By Will Baker
Should Moisture Resistant MDF be Green?
01/04/2021 16:25
Moisture Resistant MDF has traditionally been manufactured with a green tint. However, more of this MDF grade is now being sold untinted. We explain what to look out for.
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By Will Baker
Skirting Board Styles
07/10/2020 11:26
Skirtings boards aren't something you hear about a lot so let us take you through some of the most popular styles as determined by our customers!
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By Will Baker
Choosing Dado Rail
16/09/2020 14:45
What is a dado rail and why would you want it?
Our guide will help you make a decision on whether dado rail works for you and also provides some inspiration to get you started.
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Our guide will help you make a decision on whether dado rail works for you and also provides some inspiration to get you started.
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By Will Baker
Made to Measure Service
05/08/2020 14:15
Our skills and expertise allows us to create bespoke skirting and architrave to meet your requirements. This service also extends to other decor such as panelling or patterned blocks and rosettes.
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By Will Baker
Why Buy B and Q Skirting Boards?
23/07/2020 11:45
B&Q are a popular choice for DIYers when it comes to convenience but are you missing out by not looking further afield for your skirting board?
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By Will Baker
How to cut architrave
22/11/2019 13:57
In this article we will guide you through the process of cutting and fitting architraves including mitre joints, which tools you'll need to use and assembling the door set.
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By Alan Baker
What joints are used for installing skirting and architrave?
20/11/2019 13:17
Read our list of the most common joints used to install skirting boards and architrave around the home with background on when and where to use them.
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By Alan Baker
Skirting Board Sizes - What Size Should I Buy?
11/08/2018 20:48
'What size skirting should i buy?' is a question we are regularly asked. This is our full guide to the skirting board sizes available and which size may suit your property or interior style.
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By Will Baker
How To Use Colour On Skirting Boards
14/05/2018 12:22
Top insights and strategies for applying colours to your skirting boards.
This guide will help you decide what direction to take with the colour of your skirting board trim, whether the colour be in contrast or continuity with the rest of your home.
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By Will Baker
MDF Information
24/11/2017 15:53
A complete information guide to the MDF we use to produce our skirting boards. This guide covers; why we use it, attributes, properties, density and colour.
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By Will Baker
Finishes Guide
23/11/2017 18:46
Find out more information about the range of finishes which we can provide for your skirting board or architrave.
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By Will Baker
Cable Space Guide
23/11/2017 18:00
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By Will Baker
Skirting Board Dimensions Guide
23/11/2017 17:45
This guide is perfect for those struggling with skirting board dimensions, and will point out which dimension (length, width, thickness, height) refers to which part of a skirting board.
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By Will Baker
Architrave Dimensions Guide
23/11/2017 17:44
Posted in Product Information
By Will Baker
Dado Rail and Picture Rail Dimensions Guide
23/11/2017 17:25
This guide summarises the dimensions on a dado/picture rail, and where they can be found on the product.
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By Will Baker
Door Lining Dimensions Guide
23/11/2017 17:16
Guide outlining where the height, width depth and thickness dimensions are found on a door lining.
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By Will Baker
Plinth Blocks and Rosettes Dimensions Guide
23/11/2017 16:49
This guide outlines the dimensions needed to order plinth blocks and rosettes to accompany your mouldings.
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By Will Baker
Window Sill Dimensions Guide
22/11/2017 17:01
This post outlines the dimensions of a window sill in a simple, easy to understand way guide.
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By Will Baker