Thatch cottage fire insurance: A savvy shopper’s guide

by David Moran | Nov 23, 2015 | Country Property News, thatch cottage and property tips

It’s one of the most iconic symbols of English quaintness: the chocolate box cottage with the thatched roof. And whilst such roofs are far from the expensive and impractical building solutions that many may believe them to be, they do represent a consideration for...

Benefits of a Green Roof

by David Moran | Nov 10, 2015 | Country Property News, thatch cottage and property tips

There are numerous benefits of a green roof as can be seen from this infographic.  

5 Tips towards a Safer Thatched Cottage

by David Moran | Oct 28, 2015 | Country Property News, thatch cottage and property tips

Having that picture postcard country cottage complete with thatched roof is the dream of thousands. What many later discover to their chagrin that as charming as that thatched roof is it brings with it a whole host of problems. Anyone considering buying one of these...

Holiday Cottage Furniture and Style Guide

by David Moran | Oct 15, 2015 | Country Property News, thatch cottage and property tips, Uncategorized

Use the following basic guidelines whenever you are working on getting your holiday cottage furnished. Purchase durable furniture. Keep in mind that your holiday letting over the years will most likely end up receiving hundreds of guests. For this reason, you will...

The History of Natural Stone Tiling

by David Moran | Jan 26, 2015 | Country Property News, DIY Tips, thatch cottage and property tips

Natural stone tiling has become something of a phenomenon in interior design, with home owners and designers all over the world falling in love with their natural beauty. Although, behind their beauty, natural stones such as limestone tiling hold amazing history that...