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Kitchen Fitting
Kitchen Fitting: What to Expect from a Fit-Only Installation
A fit-only kitchen installation means you supply the units and we handle the fitting, sequencing and detailing. Here is exactly how that runs from start to finish.
25 March 20269 min read
Alcove Shelving
Alcove Shelving Ideas for Period Homes in Oxfordshire
Alcoves in period homes are rarely square, rarely identical either side of the chimney breast, and rarely straightforward to fit. Here is how good alcove joinery handles that.
11 March 20268 min read
Garden Rooms
Garden Room Planning Permission in Oxfordshire: What You Need to Know
Most garden rooms in South Oxfordshire fall under permitted development, but size, position and conservation status can change that fast. Here is what actually decides it.
25 February 20269 min read
Process
How Long Does Bespoke Fitted Furniture Actually Take?
From enquiry to a finished, fitted room, bespoke furniture follows a fairly predictable timeline. Here is what actually happens at each stage and how long it takes.
11 February 20269 min read
Fitted Wardrobes
Fitted vs Freestanding Wardrobes: An Honest Comparison
Fitted and freestanding wardrobes solve the same problem in different ways. Here is a straight comparison for period and modern homes in South Oxfordshire.
28 January 20268 min read
Fitted Wardrobes
Fitted Wardrobes Cost Guide: What Actually Drives the Price
Fitted wardrobe pricing looks like a black box until you see what is actually being charged for. Here is what drives the number up or down, room by room.
14 January 20268 min read
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