Collaborative post While we all expect our home broadband to be good enough to handle our entertainment needs, it takes on an extra dimension when we’re working from home. This is when it becomes crucially important to get it right. Working from home usually requires a stable broadband connection that won’t let you down just when you’re about to send that important document to a colleague or host a video call. A weak connection at a ...
Home management: 5 essential habits to teach your kids
Collaborative post If you're a parent, you're no doubt keen to be a good role model and set the right example for your kids to follow. Children love to mimic the adults around them, so it’s important that you encourage them to form good habits via your own behaviour. Encouraging your kids to develop basic home management skills when they are young will help them to look after their own homes when they're older. Getting your kids involved ...
How to stop a dog from digging in the garden
Collaborative post If you have a dog, you're probably going to find holes in your garden at some point. It's instinct for a dog to dig, but that doesn't mean you have to accept craters all over your lawn! Before you start thinking about how to stop a dog from digging up your flower beds, it's important to understand the possible reasons behind their behaviour. In the overwhelming majority of instances, the unusual behaviour of a dog is ...
Easy ways to embrace sustainable living
Collaborative post Even before the world stopped due to the pandemic, sustainable living was a hot topic. The trend of buyers seeking eco-friendly products and materials, including sustainable and conscious supply chains, was already well-established. As a result, many designers and manufacturers were focusing their research and development on improving their product ranges to meet the needs of eco-conscious consumers. Then along came the ...
Using a skip bag: HIPPOBAG waste collection service review
This is a collaborative post in partnership with HIPPOBAG With spring on the horizon, many of us are starting to think about tidying up our outdoor spaces, ready for warmer days and more time spent outside. After months of being indoors, you might also be keen to have a good old clearout inside your home too! Number one on our list for a pre-spring purge was the shed and garden. We don’t have a garage, and the shed can quickly ...
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 ...
Fun stay at home activities for families
Stuck at home with the kids? Check out these simple ideas for fun stay at home activities to keep the whole family busy and entertained. For many of us, family time is the highlight of a busy week. I know from my own parenting experience that spending time doing something as a family is a great way to unwind and get some all-important perspective. Whether it's hot beach days in the summer, barbecuing in the spring, kicking up leaves in ...
Home repairs: how to deal with foundation problems
Every homeowner will need to deal with repairs at some point - whether they're caused by general wear and tear, or specific damage. Home repairs are never the most popular house renovations, but given the likelihood of having to deal with them, it's a good idea to be prepared! One area that we tend not to think of when it comes to home repairs is foundations. Unfortunately, you can rarely predict when foundation repairs might be required, as ...
What are the different types of blinds, and what do they do?
Collaborative post Blinds are a standard window shading treatment, and it's highly likely you've got them in your home. If not, you probably know someone who does. While blinds are a cost-effective way to shade your windows, there are lots of different varieties to choose from. This can make it a bit confusing when you're trying to work out the best type of blind for you. To remove some of the confusion around the different varieties of ...
Cost-effective ways to keep your family warm this winter
Collaborative post Winter has well and truly arrived, and along with it, the cold weather. At this time of the year, it’s perfectly normal for a lot of us to be counting our pennies and trying to save a little bit of money, with a new year upon us and the festive period just passed. Heating bills can be a problem when it comes to being frugal in winter. However, there are things you can do to keep them under control. Take a look at these ...