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During the autumn months, spiders are searching for places to keep warm and sheltered

Spider Season - How to Keep Spiders Out of Your Home

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, we’re officially entering Autumn season. While this is a great time of year for many, autumn is also the start of the spider season in the UK, which can be devastating for some homeowners – especially those with a fear of these little critters.

During the autumn months, spiders are searching for places to keep warm and sheltered....

Blossoming Adventures: 5 Ideas for Creating a Safe Space in Your Garden

Creating a haven in your garden is about nurturing a space that embraces you in security and serenity. Imagine a place where children can frolic and adults can find solace under the shade of blossoming trees.

Safety here isn’t just a notion; it’s embedded in every leaf, every petal. The feeling of security comes from knowing your garden is free from harmful chemicals and dangerous...

Easy Care and Maintenance Tips for Fabric Vertical Blinds

Do you love the cozy feel and style of your fabric vertical blinds? If so, you want to keep them looking their best for as long as possible.

These types of window coverings are definitely not a "set and forget" product. You need to know how to care for them for them to last for a long time.

Fortunately, we've provided some advice on that below, so read on to learn more!...

Cable Management Tips for Your Home

Cables are a vital part of modern life. Almost all devices and gadgets use some kind of cable to power them or charge their batteries, and most of us would be completely lost without them. Whether it’s making your toast in the morning, completing your work in the office or enjoying online streaming services in the evening, so much of what we do now revolves around electronics and cables....

Spiders have an aversion to the taste of chalk.

Chalk sales surge as Brits battle spider mating season

Sales of chalk have rocketed this week, after it emerged the traditional classroom staple acts as an unlikely repellent against creepy crawlies.

The data from Ryman comes as its revealed that spiders, which use their legs to sense their surroundings, have an aversion to the taste of chalk. As a result, homeowners are stocking up on the newfound arachnid deterrent - with sales surging...

a budget kitchen renovation can add approximately £16k to your property

Expert reveals how a budget kitchen reno can make you an extra £16k

Kitchen renovations are something people are majorly taking into consideration, whether selling their home or not. Google searches for “budget kitchen renovations'' have skyrocketed by 400% in the last 12 months in the UK alone.

In a recent study, Magnet revealed that on average, a budget kitchen renovation (costing approx. £7k) can increase your property price by £15,929 . However,...

Revamping Your Garage: Transformative Ideas for an Updated Space

Your garage is often more than just a place to store your car; it’s a versatile space with the potential for various uses. Whether you want to enhance its functionality, improve its aesthetics, or create a dedicated workspace, updating your garage can provide a fresh and valuable addition to your home. If you are looking for creative ideas and step-by-step tips to help you revamp and update...

4 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Things You Don’t Want

The holiday season is nearly upon us – and if your house is looking cluttered lately, you might not be entirely excited about that fact. Clutter causes your body to produce stress hormones , and that’s probably even more likely to happen during the holidays as you look around your home and wonder how you’re going to fit your decorations between the piles of junk mail and old receipts. If you...

top five must-follow tips to help windows recover from the winter and make them crystal clear for the spring.

The secret to removing streak marks on windows throughout autumn and winter

With cooler and wetter weather imminent, searches for ‘best way to clean windows streak free’ are up by 133%1 since last year and 11,6301 people have Googled “how to clean my windows” in August alone.

As the weather starts to change and our windows will be taking rain, snow and sleet – they’ll be in need of a sprucing up, especially if you’re planning on hosting for Halloween and...

Pet owners are being warned to avoid common poisonous plants

Walkies warning: Protect your pooch from these 7 poisonous plants

Pet owners are being warned to avoid common poisonous plants their dogs may encounter while out on walkies.

Experts from Quotezone.co.uk are advising Brits to steer clear of dangerous plants which pose a significant threat to their four-legged friends.

Nature walks are a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors with dogs, however, it's crucial to be aware there are several...

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