Environment and working practices are just two areas where we benefit from voluntary mutual cooperation
The UK May Have Brexited, But The Solid Fuel Industry’s Ties To Europe Will Only Grow Stronger…
Chimney Sweep History
Hitler, A Serial Killer & Bankruptcy: The Fascinating Tale Behind The UK’s Smoke Control Areas
A series of events meant the air we breathe became much cleaner
Revealed: Why DAMP On Your Chimney Is Usually NOT What You Think…
Modern building materials and lifestyles are causing problems for many
London Calling: Learning From One of The UK’s Oldest Chimney Sweep Firms
For ‘Sweep Swap’ 2020, I headed back to the nation’s capital...
Why Dust, Dirt and Soot Is Falling Into Your Bedroom Fireplace
It’s a slice of history in your home, but they can also cause headaches if not closed off properly...
Reinstating An Open Fire Into Your Period Home – Here’s What You Need To Know…
Reinstating an open fire can be relatively straightforward, but there are some considerations to bear in mind...
Why Your ‘Original’ Fireplace Opening ISN’T What You Thought It Was…
It’s one which leaves quite a few people puzzled, but there’s a perfectly rational explanation...
Home Renovations: Why & When To Call In A Chimney Sweep
Professional advice at the right time will save you money and inconvenience...
1970s Nostalgia: When Britain’s Fireplaces Started Going All Retro
It was the start of the DIY boom, and no home in the country was safe from it!
Coalman Shock: New Rules Will Cost Industry MILLIONS In Sales
Is this the beginning of the end for smaller fuel suppliers and the traditional coalman?