There’s nothing like cosying up to an indoor fire, and the heat, sound and warm glow are almost impossible to replicate anywhere else. Installing a fireplace can bring a stunning focal point to your living room, and with the cold weather approaching, a coal or wood burner is wonderfully practical too. As their popularity grows,…
DetailsHere in the Cotswolds, we’re in limestone country. Our local Cotswold stone, naturally formed in the Jurassic period 145 million years ago and since quarried from the Cotswold Hills, is an oolitic limestone with a granular texture, ideal for crafting and building. Across the Cotswolds, listed building regulations have created a uniform architectural landscape and…
DetailsA water feature can really transform a garden, whether it’s a small pebble fountain or an elaborate waterfall. A fountain not only looks beautiful, but the sound of trickling water can bring a serene, relaxing atmosphere to your garden – especially welcome if you live in a busy city. Not all of us have the…
DetailsHomeowners in the UK who are thinking of buying a new fireplace for their living room are sure to have considered limestone at one point or another as it is an undoubtedly beautiful natural material. In addition to its aesthetic qualities, this relatively soft sedimentary rock boasts several other properties, that make it an excellent…
DetailsIf you want to improve a room, one of the best ways you can do so is by adding a fireplace. They’re seen in a range of homes, from newly built properties in Gloucester, to listed homes in Cirencester, so there are all sorts of styles available. However, one style that’s consistently popular is fireplaces…
DetailsIf you want to create a focal point in your living room, limestone fireplace surrounds come in a wide range of styles and colours. Preparation and planning can help to ensure that your fireplace fits in with your existing décor. Wrights of Campden will be able to help you choose the right type of stone…
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In an age where almost all domestic furnishings and fittings seem to be mass produced from low-quality materials, those that are made from high-quality materials using traditional methods of craftsmanship are more prized than ever before. If you are thinking of making significant improvements to your home and you would like to make sure that…
DetailsNatural stone fireplaces can be a great addition to any home, bringing a timeless sense of style to rooms of all shapes and sizes. However, if you are shopping around for a new stone fireplace and you want to make sure that it blends in perfectly with your existing décor, there are several factors you…
DetailsSelecting the right fireplace can be made much easier with help from experts, they will be able to give you tips on what type of fireplace will be suitable for your home. Wrights of Campden will be able to offer you professional advice on limestone fireplaces and how they can help to increase the value…
DetailsWe all carry out home enhancement projects from time to time, to bring more beauty and personality into our home. It is popular to include natural elements throughout our interior design, as they blend with our environment and add a striking aesthetic. One way to add wow factor to the interior of your home is…
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