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Make big plans for your home in 2025
28/11/2024It’s easy to make new year’s resolutions, but hard to keep them. Part of the problem is that it’s January - the weather is cold and wet, everyone feels cash-strapped after Christmas, and the lure of comfort food is more appealing than a trip to a crowded gym. With that being the case, why not plan ahead instead? Make a resolution for something you can get done later in the year, and put it on your calendar with a red circle around it. And there’s no plan that is more effective or more impactful than a plan to change your home. Embarking on a big home improvement project can be an intimidating process, but if you start thinking about it now, you can make it a reality in 2025. Here are some ideas for how you can make to transform your home, and some help to get you started.
Get your home ready for visitors
26/11/2024The Christmas holidays are perfect for spending time with friends and loved ones - and entertaining is so much more fun if you know your home’s ready for visitors. So whether you’re planning a blowout Christmas dinner (with all the trimmings) or just having friends over for a Christmas movie night, here are some suggestions that you and your guests are sure to appreciate…
Four clever home storage ideas you haven't considered
28/10/2024Do you ever feel like you’re running out of space? If your cupboards are crammed full and your bookshelves are bursting, there are some less conventional ways to approach the problem.
Seven ways to stave off a storm
23/10/2024Sometimes it feels like Britain doesn’t have a climate, it just has weather - and that can mean blizzards of snow in the morning and glorious sunshine in the afternoon, or weeks without a drop of rain, followed by several weeks’ worth all at once.
How to keep your home nice and cosy
11/10/2024Cosiness is an underrated virtue. Sure, we might want our homes to be stylish, to be spacious, to be great for hosting parties, but at the end of the day, cosiness is what really counts. Being able to snuggle up with a good book and not worry about draughts, drips or your drains is true luxury, and that’s why there’s no shame in looking for ways to keep your home cosy.
How to secure your home
30/09/2024Being burgled is horrible - it’s stressful, expensive and leaves you feeling less safe in your own home. And while burglary rates are decreasing year on year, there are plenty of simple ways to secure your home.
How to Get the Lowest Prices for Building Materials: A Comprehensive Guide
26/09/2024Undertaking a build or improvement project can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to create your dream home. However, with material costs making up a large part of your budget, securing the best prices is essential. Whether you are a DIY beginner or seasoned tradesperson, here’s how to save money without compromising on quality.
Jobs for the summer months
15/08/2024There are some jobs that smart homeowners know to leave until summer. Compared to the dark and damp winter months, warm weather just makes everything feel easier. It doesn’t mean you can’t do these jobs in winter - after all, professionals have ways to deal with short daylight hours, driving rain and cold temperatures.
Jobs to book and beat the September rush
29/07/2024Perhaps it’s children heading back to school, perhaps it’s creeping in of crisper weather, but for a lot of people, September feels like the beginning of something new. It’s certainly the case when it comes to people’s homes. Every September sees a surge of people rushing to book big home improvement projects as they look to get something finished before winter sets it, or even just booking it for the coming year.
It's coming home!
12/07/2024Millions of Brits are preparing to cheer on England in the Euro 2024 final this Sunday - with some going to great lengths to support our team ahead of the final, including draping their homes in flags and decorating their gardens with bunting. But if you’d like to go a little more “extra” with the celebratory decor, we've put together an expert guide to help you show the most support on your street. Tips from our professional tradespeople include how to mow “It’s Coming Home” into your lawn and how to paint the perfect St George’s Cross on your house