Your home can set the tone for your day, so it is important to make your home feel cosy, especially during the winter season when some can struggle with their wellbeing and warmth. Making your space comfortable and aesthetically pleasing can make you feel at peace and boost your mood, especially after a long day at work.
Unbeatable Blinds have shared its design expertise to help you...
Water UK is helping the public to be savvy about their water use this winter, so consumers can save money on their bills while doing their bit to replenish water stocks ahead of next summer.
Taking small steps to save water will help households save money, not only on their water bills but on their energy bills too – heating water makes up almost a fifth (18%) of the cost of a...
Felling is a big and dangerous endeavour and removing a tree shouldn't be done on a whim, even though it may be the only option available in some cases where safety is an issue. You also need to be aware of reservation and conservation rules that can also sometimes be difficult to navigate. For some excellent tips on a few good tree-felling practices, continue reading below.
Choosing the right upholstery fabric is essential for both the look and durability of your furniture. Velvet is a luxurious fabric that has been used to upholster furniture, clothing, and accessories. It's often associated with royalty and high-end design.
Velvet is made from silk, cotton, or synthetic fibres and has a distinctive pile that's smooth. But there's more to this...
Whilst watching the leaves of a tree turn from a luscious green to a golden yellow and rich red can be extremely calming, what isn’t quite as therapeutic is the inevitable clean-up that follows once the leaves fall on the ground…
However, did you know that there are many ways you can put your leaves to good use both in and outside of your home? Graham Barrett, the gardening expert at...
During the colder months of the year , many of us don’t get out into our gardens a lot. Whether it’s lashing it down with rain or you don’t fancy the idea of sitting out in the cold and damp with a brew, with the weather that we get in the UK, it’s no surprise that many gardens are empty for most of the autumn and winter months. However, getting out in the garden all year round can be...
The common question that many people ask themselves is: is it better to rent or buy? There is no correct answer, but each decision should be made in relation to your personal circumstances. What works for one person or couple, may not work for another. Evaluating your own ambitions and situation is important to come to the right decision for you, so we’ll try to help you do that in this...
As the temperatures drop and the first frosts appear, green-thumbed Brits have been urged to prepare their gardens for winter with these top 10 gardening jobs for November.
Experts at Gardening Express have identified the most important gardening tasks to be carried out now to keep the plot in good shape over the winter.
Before putting the garden to bed for winter, there’s...
If you're thinking about adding insulation to your home, you're on the right track. Insulation is one of the most effective ways to improve energy efficiency and lower your energy bills. But before you start shopping for insulation, there are a few things you need to know about your choices. In this blog post, we'll cover the three most important factors to consider before you insulate your...
