Buying Guides
How to do spotlights
Say goodbye to the landing-strip look on your ceiling. Here are our tips on making overhead lighting atmospheric and useful.
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Journal
Look behind the scenes at the design and engineering of our products, find in-depth guides on our collections and discover how our details have been used by other designers and renovators to elevate their projects.
Behind corston
A year of growth at Corston
Reflecting on the achievements we’ve made in just 12 months.
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Buying guides
How to zone your garden using lighting
Ways to add depth and differentiation to your outdoor space.
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Case studies
At home with Paul and Déborah Barnier
We headed to southern France to visit online content creators Paul and Déborah Barnier at their barn conversion, La Grange.
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Buying guides
A custom finish: our paintable and clear products
Using paint or wallpaper, you can bring a tailored look to your switches, sockets and lighting.
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Case studies
Ten minutes with Nicola Harding
We chat to the interior designer about creating a tangible sense of home and the importance of timeless, sustainable details.
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Buying Guides
Door furniture explained: part two
In the second instalment of our two-part buying guide, we cover all the smaller details like hinges, thumbturns and escutcheons.
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Buying Guides
Door furniture explained: part one
The first instalment of our two-part buying guide tackles handles, locks and latches for your interior doors.
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Case Studies
At home with Ruth Crilly
Online content creator and self-confessed serial house renovator, Ruth Crilly, welcomes us into her mid-century modern forever family home.
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Buying Guides
Our clear switches and sockets: a practical guide
If you’ve ever wondered how our clear switch and socket plates really work, let us explain the ins and outs – and show you how to install one.
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Buying Guides
Uses for hooks
In every room, plus an introduction to our three hook designs and advice on how to position them.
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Case studies
Ten minutes with Laura Logan of House of Logan
Laura Logan, of interior design studio House of Logan, tells us the tale of her Victorian home renovation project.
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Buying Guides
Lighting and bulbs explained
Get to grips with these terms, technicalities and options before you buy our lights and bulbs.
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Buying Guides
IP ratings explained
Understanding where to use IP-rated lights indoors and out.
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Case studies
Ten minutes with Winnie Tam from fourteen a.m.
We chat to Winnie Tam, the founder of interior design studio fourteen a.m., about creating a sanctuary in the city.
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Buying Guides
How to do pendant lights
Our guide to using pendant ceiling lights effectively around your home.
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behind corston
Taking Corston to the EU
We recently introduced our products to the EU. Here’s why – and how.
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behind corston
Earth Day 2023: planting our woodland
How the trees we’ve planted will help to capture carbon and promote biodiversity.
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behind corston
Our recycling journey so far
How recycled and recyclable materials shape our products and packaging for the better.
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Buying Guides
How to do wall lights
Whether you're after practical targeted lighting or a calming atmosphere, we've got you covered.
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Case studies
Lunch with Finn Beales
We catch up with photographer and director Finn Beales on the extension of his 17th century Welsh longhouse over a bowl of freshly made pasta.
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Buying Guides
Cabinet handles: finding your match
Choosing handles that complement your furniture or cabinetry, sit nicely in terms of scale and feel good to use.
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Buying Guides
Polished Nickel vs Chrome
These cool-toned metals have made a welcome comeback. Before you commit, read our guide to the pros and cons of both finishes.
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Case studies
Ten minutes with Lee Thornley from Bert & May
The creative director and founder of Bert & May shares his renovation story.
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Buying guides
How to choose between our metal finishes
Our quick guide will help you pick the perfect Corston finish for your home.
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