For many self-employed individuals running a home office can be a cost effective and viable solution for their growing business needs, and will ensure you have the space you need to work without eating into your wider budget. However, with work and home life so easily mixed, your professional and personal boundaries can quickly become […]
How to Make Your Tired Kitchen Cabinets as Good as New
February 16, 2014 by ·
As an expert in all things salvage, I love to make do and mend where possible around the home, and your kitchen is no exception! Completely remodelling your kitchen can be particularly expensive and with the average household’s budget stretched to the limit, more and more homeowners are looking for home improvements to transform their […]
5 Ways to Humidify Your Home
January 21, 2014 by ·
Whilst the nasty effects of high humidity are widely reported, the dangers and problems associated with low humidity levels have fell quietly under the radar. However, unbeknownst to many, low humidity within a property can cause just as many difficulties for homeowners than excessive moisture levels. Low humidity, also known as ‘dry air’, can cause […]
Designing a Driveway: Four Tips for a Beautiful and Durable Drive
December 2, 2013 by ·
A driveway is not just a strip of road that leads visitors to the house and provides access and parking space to vehicles. It can also double as a patio, garden, playground for kids and a smooth surface for rolling out the garbage or recyclables for pickup. Given the important role a driveway plays, […]
How to Transform your Home into a Winter Wonderland
November 20, 2013 by ·
As the colder months approach, you will probably be spending more and more time in your home. With so much time being spent in your home, you might notice that some rooms could use a bit of seasonal sprucing up. Why not redecorate your home for the winter and the holiday season? No matter your […]
Going Country – How to Add Casual Elegance to the Home with Country Style as Inspiration
November 3, 2013 by ·
There is just something about country homes that make them look rich and sophisticated. There is an air about these homes that bring you back to an earlier time, when casual elegance was the norm and not just a trend. If you wish to get the handsome style that country homes are known for, you’re […]
How to Cosy Up Your Attic Room This Winter
October 22, 2013 by ·
There can be something awfully romantic about attic rooms, or at least they can be until you find yourself forced to stay in one. Visitors to Paris might be happy with the amazing price they’re paying for a hotel room, only to make their way up to the top floor carrying bags, because the building […]
A Home Owners Guide to Buying Appliances
October 19, 2013 by ·
Appliance purchases are long-term investments that should not be entered into lightly. Aside from their high cost, these machines play key roles in everyday life, from washing clothes to cooking food. Before you decide on an appliance, be prepared with some basic information and strategies to make the process as smooth as possible. Measure Your […]
Tips for a Safe and Efficient Wood-Burning Fireplace
October 15, 2013 by ·
What’s better than cozying up by a crackling fire on a cold winter’s night? If you dream of enjoying a safe and warm fire in the coming months here are some important tips to prepare your fireplace. The best fires are enjoyed in your home with little to no worry of excess smoke, build […]
How to build your dream home
October 15, 2013 by ·
No matter how large your budget is, when you are looking to buy a new home, there’s nearly always compromises to make. Whether it’s the layout that you don’t love, a less than perfect location or not enough bathrooms in the house, the chances are you will have to accept something you’re not fond of […]