Homemaker Magazine

GGF PRODUCE GAS SAFETY LEAFLET ON VENTILATION

The Glass and Glazing Federation has produced a leaflet which gives guidance on gas safety and ventilation requirements. It provides a pre-installation gas safety check chart to follow for any room and provides information on the ventilation requirements for premises fitted with domestic gas appliances. and voncentionally flued aplianes that offer ventilation and shows diagrams for reference. It also indicates that although the gas boiler may be in a different room it is necessary to be aware of its location and the ventilation requirements.

Copies of this leaflet can be obtained from the Glass and Glazing Federation tel: 0845 257 7968 or on-line at www.ggf.org.uk

HOMEOWNERS ADVISED TO PLAN AHEAD OR EXPECT PROBLEMS

Architects, planners and even TV property gurus are warning home-owners of the dangers of embarking on home improvement projects without enough preparation or planning. In a new guide, the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has brough together a panel of property experts to advise people on how to get the best out of their builders and hw to avoid the stress of a disaster.

Packed with information "The Essential Guide to Home Improvement" covers topics from planning your project, to adding those finishing touches, and even how to make your home more energy efficient. It is available free of charge through the FMB's website at www.findabuilder.co.uk or FREEPHONE 08000 152 522