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Welcome to The Journal, your go-to destination for all things design, home improvement, and interior inspiration. Whether you're a homeowner looking to refresh your living space, a design enthusiast seeking the latest trends and innovations, or simply someone who appreciates beautiful design, you'll find plenty of engaging content here to spark your creativity and ignite your imagination.

Our team of experts is dedicated to bringing you fresh, insightful perspectives on the world of design, with a focus on the latest products, interior design ideas, and home improvement tips and tricks. From practical DIY tutorials to in-depth analysis of the most exciting new design trends, we're here to help you make your home truly your own.

So whether you're looking to create a cosy, inviting space for your family and friends, or simply want to stay on the cutting edge of design and innovation, The Journal is the place to be. Join us on our journey as we explore the exciting and ever-evolving world of design, and discover all the possibilities that await you in your own home.

Spring 2023 Interior Trends

Spring 2023 Interior Trends

Spring is a season of renewal and freshness, offering the perfect opportunity to update your home's interior design to reflect the change in weather. Whether you're seeking a few small...
March 08, 2023
How to create a Luxe Bedroom Design

How to create a Luxe Bedroom Design

Creating a luxe bedroom design is all about bringing comfort, luxury, and style into your personal space. A well-designed bedroom should not only provide a cosy and relaxing atmosphere, but...
March 01, 2023
Transform your interior space with wooden acoustic slatted panels in five easy steps…

Transform your interior space with wooden acoustic slatted panels in five easy steps…

We have a brand new selection of beautiful wooden veneer panels. These wooden panels are perfect for upcycling furniture, transforming entire walls and even ceilings. The panels would be perfect...
December 14, 2022
What is Shiplap Panelling?

What is Shiplap Panelling?

Shiplap wall panelling takes it name from protective ship panelling and has been showing up in our interiors recently with a nautical charm. Shiplap can be hung horizontally or vertically and we recommend our No. 147 wainscotting wall panelling to create this rustic look.
July 04, 2022
5 Ideas for Kitchen Splashbacks & Islands

5 Ideas for Kitchen Splashbacks & Islands

Kitchens are the heart of any home and busy spaces for cooking, eating and socialising. Kitchen design offers huge scope to experiment and create a unique space.

Many of our customers are choosing wall panelling for splashbacks, islands and cupboard doors, as a contemporary alternative to ceramic tiles. Their water-resistant, hard wearing quality means they are ideal for this purpose.

June 01, 2022
5 Ways with Bathroom Panelling

5 Ways with Bathroom Panelling

Bathroom interiors have taken on a new lease of life and are treated with the same importance as any other room in the house. 

Customers are choosing wall panelling for their bathrooms as an alternative to traditional tiles. The water-resistant, hard-wearing quality of the panelling makes them ideal for splashbacks, cupboard doors, wainscoting or covering whole walls.

May 18, 2022
6 Key Pieces for a Gentleman's Club Vibe

6 Key Pieces for a Gentleman's Club Vibe

Are you longing for a quiet place to hide at the end of a long day? What you need is a Gentleman’s Den.

Here you can find inspiration and products to help you create a peaceful retreat in a corner of your home.

November 16, 2021
Contemporary Yet Characterful Interiors - Get the Look

Contemporary Yet Characterful Interiors - Get the Look

If you love the look of an ultra-modern, sleek interior but don’t accept that it has to be soul-less .... read on. We’ll show you how to balance the two aesthetics, creating a strong, highly curated look that still has bags of character - includes brand NEW products No. 116 XL and No. 114 XL wall panelling.
November 09, 2021
Elegant Town Style - Get the Look

Elegant Town Style - Get the Look

City living, culture up close, trend setters. 

Timeless elegance, monochrome interiors, modern mixed with classic period features .... it's a style to strive for. 

Our interiors products will lift your interior from average to elegant - it's all in the detail.

October 26, 2021
Introducing our new Design Service

Introducing our new Design Service

We are delighted to launch our new Design Service to help you design and visualise a room or whole house. We can help by creating a tailor made design layout for any space. We can suggest which mouldings are the perfect choice for your home and style. Send us your room measurements and photographs! Our product pairing advisory service is free, whilst our 3D CAD drawing service is priced per project. 

July 27, 2021
How to install Picture Frame Moulding

How to install Picture Frame Moulding

For a product as simple as wall moulding, the effect it creates can be transformational. Sometimes the simplest of design techniques can be the most effective and gallery walls are one of the most popular trends in recent years. For relatively little cost you can achieve a really elegant look. We sell a whole range of profiles from modern, classic to highly decorative depending on the period of your property or the style you want to achieve.  
May 25, 2021
How high should my Dado Rail be?

How high should my Dado Rail be?

What height should my dado rail be? How easy is it to hang a dado rail? What colour should I paint my dado rail? All questions that we answer in this quick guide to dado rails. At the Library Ladder Company we sell a large range of dado rails in many styles. All your dado rail questions answered here!
April 14, 2021