Collaborative post A garden is the pride and joy of many homeowners. You might think that improving a garden has to be very expensive, but you can put your DIY skills to use and spend time on a few projects that transform your outdoor space. Even complete beginners can make a significant difference to their garden on a budget. Spending time on garden projects also allows you to connect with nature, get some exercise, and enjoy the ...
Tips for painting with chalk paint
Collaborative post Are you looking to breathe new life into furniture and décor in your home with a unique, textured finish? Chalk paint is the perfect solution for giving surfaces an artistic makeover. From dressers and bookshelves to frames and fireplace mantels, chalk paint can be applied to almost any surface. In this article we'll look at the basics of painting with chalk paint, and provide helpful tips so you can get excellent ...
Interesting gift ideas for DIY lovers
Collaborative post A handmade present has a special significance. It proves you put in the time and effort to create something genuinely personal, and if you use your imagination, you can also showcase what you know about the recipient. There are many imaginative DIY gifts for best friends, grandparents, parents, and party hosts, ranging from coasters to cupcakes to a Printful embroidery shirt. If you don’t know what to make, here are ...
Is it ever wise to take on DIY plumbing jobs around the house yourself?
Collaborative post When a plumbing issue arises in your home, it can be tempting to try to fix it yourself. After all, there are plenty of YouTube videos and blog posts that show you how to do it, so it can't be that difficult, right? From fixing a leaky tap to unblocking a toilet, there are many plumbing jobs around the house that we all know how to do. And while it may be tempting to save some money by taking on these jobs ourselves, ...
How DIY furniture can spruce up your garden
Collaborative post Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic where our outdoor spaces became an all-important place to socialise, people have been increasingly invested in creating their own garden idyll. In the UK, this was evidenced by a huge spike in sales of plants and garden furniture during 2020 and 2021. Suppliers are still struggling to keep up with the unexpected demand which has been exacerbated by recent transport issues influenced by ...
6 things you should never do in a home improvement store
Your local home improvement store can be an invaluable resource. It allows you to get everything that you need to complete a home improvement project, ranging from a specific colour of paint to different types of lightbulbs. So whether you want to remodel your home to sell it in Los Angeles or just build a simple swing for the kids, you're bound to make a trip or two there. Just like with any other shop, the customers of a home improvement ...
Money-saving allotment DIY projects
Collaborative post If you've got an allotment, you're probably already familiar with how tempting it can be to spend lots of money on your plot. I remember how easy it was to get carried away when we first got our allotment; having that extra space and the chance to make it look exactly how we wanted it to was just so exciting! Even if you don't get carried away, buying everything you need for your allotment can be quite expensive. Easy ...
5 easy DIY bathroom makeover projects
Collaborative post With spring around the corner and the days getting warmer again, most of us are starting to think about home updates and improvements. And as we’re spending more time at home, quirks that we wouldn’t usually notice can really start to annoy! When it comes to sprucing up your home, bathroom makeover projects are a great place to start. This is where you get ready every morning, and prepare yourself to go to bed every ...
12 must-have essentials for your home tool kit
Collaborative post Even if you’re not a fan of DIY, it’s a good idea to have a basic tool kit in your home. Whether you own your rent your property, there are bound to be occasions when you need to carry out small-scale repairs or improvements. This is where a home tool kit comes in very handy. Having the right tools will make any DIY job quicker and easier - and probably more successful too! If you need to build up your own ...
Easy interior design tips to give your home that personal touch
Collaborative post A house is not a home until you've put your own personal stamp on every room. Everything you choose for your house or apartment, be that colour schemes, furniture or finishing touches, should somehow reflect you and your personality. That’s easier said than done when it comes to items like furniture or decorations, which by nature tend to be standardised and hardly personal. There are ways, though, to give your ...