Posted on 17/02/2015

China- Handle with Care. China and steel. One fragile, and one famously strong. Yet the fate of steel is, bizarrely, driven mostly by the outlook for China. Responsible for just shy of half of the world’s steel consumption in 2014, China’s impact on prices and innovation within the steel industr

Posted on 16/02/2015

Why....errr....Ropes? Stainless steel wire rope balustrades are an excellent choice for your deck or balcony as it is simple to install and a beautiful asset to your home. There are some things you will want to know beforehand when dealing with stainless steel as a material. Regulations Even th

Posted on 12/02/2015

Unusual Balconies Balconies are becoming increasingly popular with more people than ever wanting their home to have one. The main reason for this seems to be that so many flats and apartments come without the luxury of a garden but a walk out balcony is ideal for people who just want their own lit

Posted on 11/02/2015

Create a Bespoke Garden Have you often thought about having the perfect garden? Have you always wanted it to be a haven away from the stresses of daily life? If your garden currently looks like a large patch of mud and nothing has been done to it then sometimes it can be disheartening and feel lik

Posted on 10/02/2015

Choosing Your Decking Railings Deciding on what railing style you want on your deck can be difficult as you must balance both the desired style, budget available and many other factors . The deck railing is often at the front of the house where guests and people passing by will first see your home

Posted on 09/02/2015

Dio-Met are pleased to offer the latest addition to our juliet balcony range - The Wembley. The Wembley juliet balcony is a product borne of complete attention to design detail with a strong focus on modern living and contemporary style. Nowadays nothing says modern quite like glass, especially w

Posted on 09/02/2015

Rethinking steel – the material of choice. Think of a steel construction and what springs to mind? A Nissen hut left over from the war, a run-down farm building? Think again. What if I ask what do the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge and the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building h

Posted on 09/02/2015

Wrought iron is the perfect material to use for balustrades as it adds a level of sophistication to your home. Whether you are using it for an interior staircase or an exterior balcony or gate, you should consider wrought iron as a material to use. Here are just a few reasons why wrought iron can tr

Posted on 06/02/2015

Home Security Options If you own a high end property then it is more than likely that you will want high end security to protect it. In fact more and more wealthy families are willing to spend thousands on protecting their home and possessions. There are a huge range of home security gadgets curre

Posted on 06/02/2015

Toughened or Regular Glass? Toughened glass has many advantages over regular glass in several situations, and it may be a better alternative for you on your particular project. If you are building a shower door, glass doors or tables, glass for your stairway, or any other place within your house,