You’ve gone through with your decision to have a custom-made joinery, you’ve even read our blog on maintaining your joinery, but you’re still confused about the DOs and DONTs in the actual cleaning of it… You’ve come to the right place! Although wood is a…
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Deciding how and where to spend your money when renovating your home can be a challenging task. Windows are a crucial part of any home, so investing in long-lasting designs means you’ll be investing in the future of your home. So, what are the benefits…
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Here at JLA, we hold a special place in our hearts for yachting and boating and so do our friends over at Sail Life.
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Maintaining Your Custom Made Joinery You’ve gone for bespoke, handcrafted joinery in your home and now you might be wondering how you can keep it looking perfect for years to come. You may be thinking, but why do I need to maintain my joinery? By…
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January 2022, your calendar is on its first page and there’s no better time to start thinking about that home renovation project you were putting off in 2021. With planning, research and of course the help of the JLA team, your dream kitchen is closer…
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And just like that, we’re into 2022! We’re starting the year stronger than ever, with many exciting projects ahead of us. But before we get into the swing of things, let’s look back at some of our favourite projects from 2021… JLA’s Top 5 Projects…
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Without pointing out the glaringly obvious, the past two years have been challenging for us all in one way or another. But if the dreaded C-Word has taught us anything, it’s the importance of loving where you live. In the face of adversity, your home…
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Whether you’ve recently invested in some fancy new oak joinery, or you’re planning a little refresh in the new year, having an understanding of what colours pair best with your oak joinery is crucial. Oak joinery is very versatile and works with a range of…
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A question we’re frequently asked here at JLA is: what’s the difference between joinery and carpentry? They’re both wood-based construction trades, that share a lot of similarities so it’s understandable that the two can often get confused. There are many areas where joinery and carpentry…
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Bespoke fitted wardrobes are the perfect storage solution; efficient and organised, they can make an otherwise untidy space look neat and orderly. Here at JLA Joinery, we’ve been proudly installing and fitting wardrobes since 1980. Whether you’re building a new home from scratch or your…
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And just like that autumn is officially upon us. It’s time to welcome the cooler temperatures, dark mornings and rustic hues. In the home, these next few weeks will be all about making the space feel warm, cosy and welcoming. Carry on reading for some…
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I’m sure I speak for most of us when I say the past year has made us appreciate our homes that little bit more. It should be a place to relax, switch off and somewhere you enjoy spending time. A crucial part of feeling at…
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We all know how important first impressions are in life…well the same goes for your front door. Your front door plays an important role in your home’s first impression and can add to the value of your home, all whilst enhancing your curb appeal. If…
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No matter the size of your home, there’s probably always a need for additional space. Rather than stacking up plastic boxes to cater for clutter, or shoving it to one side and forgetting about it, we’ve come up with some clever storage ideas to help…
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“Teamwork and high standards spell success – that’s the message from JLA Interiors” – 27 years on and the only thing that’s changed is our trading name. Just over 40 years ago JLA Joinery was founded by my Father James Lee Allsop, with support from…
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It’s reaching that time of year were Easter has come around quickly and the first day of Spring is just a few days away – although with this weather it certainly feels like it is in full swing. We have some great ideas for you…
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Having just gone past Christmas we are well on our way into 2019. We have such a wonderful year ahead with great plans and some beautiful pieces you will soon get to see. Looking back at 2018 we have chosen some case studies and pieces…
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You can put it down simply to re-invention or the process of adaptation, but throughout various millennia, stairs have certainly demonstrated a remarkable ability to move with the times. As one of the oldest forms of construction in architectural history, the stairs have outlasted just…
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Hiring a joinery specialist is not something we do every day, of course, so when you need a professional you might not be sure about the best way to go about it. There are several ways to get the ball rolling, and once you start…
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If you’re fortunate enough to have a beautiful oak staircase in your home, you’ll already know just how eye-catching it can be. The subtle colours and enigmatic grains afforded by natural oak are a joy to behold, but how do you maintain your staircase and…
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Staircases are easily one of the most challenging and complex joinery tasks in any building, and are the centrepiece of many homes and businesses. A beautifully designed bespoke staircase can breathe new life into your home, but such a project can be highly complex. There…
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A hand crafted bespoke staircase adds an elegant touch to any home, and it has the capacity to draw the attention of anyone visiting. Whether you choose wood, glass, metal or a combination of all three, the finished product can stand out from the rest…
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Homeowners face a number of decisions when they decide to commission a new project in their property. Once they have decided the way they want the new venture to take shape, where it will be sited and which materials they want to use, they then…
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