Technology is driving kitchen design innovation When you think about the influence that technology has had in recent years, most people will be fixated on hardware. You can’t walk down the street without seeing someone glued to a mobile phone or tablet – they are now considered essential items in our everyday lives. However, the influence of ...
Keeping your home cool The million dollar question when it comes to soaring hot summers is, ‘How can I keep my home cool’? Although there is more than one way to answer this question, fortunately there are plenty of low-cost, low-energy and effective measures you can try at home, without overspending on air conditioning. If you ...
Be smart when decorating your mantelpiece Faux Mantelpiece decorating is similar to decorate anything else in a home, it requires theme, style, color matching, and can correspond well with the home decorating style. In the following are a few steps to help you decorate your mantelpiece with items that you might already have in your property. Make ...
Protect your flooring from unwanted damage If you are carrying out construction work on a residential home, one of your biggest priorities will be to protect the existing fixtures and fittings and that means the flooring.You might even be construction a house from scratch or completely renovating a room, and have laid the floor before the ...
Hire the right architect for optimal results When it comes to renovating part of your home, unless you are a qualified architect, it is highly recommend that you get in touch with someone that is. One of the key benefits of hiring an architect is that they will have the skills, knowledge and experience to translate ...
Landscaping Pest Control Pest control forms an extremely important part of any landscaping project. This is because pests are bound to be attracted to this natural habitat you have created where they can get plenty of foliage, damp soil and a peaceful breeding atmosphere. Discussed below are a few ways to take control over certain pests ...
Get the seating right for ideal home decor Seating is one of the most important elements of home décor. It’s the one piece of furniture that’s a necessity in virtually every room and can characterize the entire space, but it also poses problems. With such a wide array of colours, materials, finishes and shapes, it can ...
Ways to increase natural light in the home Fed up of feeling like you live in a cave due to your home’s lack of natural light? Although many people compromise by filling their homes full of artificial lights, this can result in extremely expensive electricity bills. There are plenty of things you can do to increase ...
Get the planning application right the first time Planning permission is the bane of construction. When you want to build something new; make a major change to a building; or even change the use of a building, you’ll have to submit an application and wait for approval before you can start. While it can take a ...
You don’t always have to renovate or remodel your home to fetch a decent price. In fact, there’s plenty you can do yourself with just a few free days and a couple hundred pounds. Here are 7 quick and easy ways to add value to your home if you’re planning on selling. Have a de-clutter weekend Too ...
Keeping Glass Surfaces Clean Adding glass or mirrors to any home can create a sense of openness and add a touch of elegant style. But keeping these glass surfaces clean can pose potential problems. Learning how to properly maintain your glass will save you time and energy to invest in the things that matter most. Here is a ...
Get the right advice before you buy The primary objective of a surveyor is to provide clients with professional advice regarding the condition of a property. This advice helps buyers decide whether they should purchase the property or re-negotiate a better price.A HomeBuyer Report advises only on areas of the property which are visible. Damages that ...
Make sure you design your kitchen cabinetry to suit your home You may think of kitchen cabinets as being little more than boxes with shelves and drawers hiding behind their doors, but when you consider that they're the focal point of one of the most important rooms in your home, then it pays to think of ...
Make the most of your kitchen Your kitchen is probably one of the most used areas of your home. With all the storage that’s required to keep your utensils and cooking apparatus in order, it can easily look over burdened. Squeezing so many things into one room always presents problems with interior décor. While colour may ...
Bring the Family Back Together with the Right Table Eating is one of the greatest pleasures of life, but when you’re at home, how often do you really dine at the table? Nowadays it’s rare for families to enjoy a nice sit down meal. The right dining room table can get your whole family back together ...
