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 ...
5 garden changes to help your house sell faster
Collaborative post The coronavirus pandemic has transformed house-buying trends in the UK. While life has returned to some semblance of normality for many people, our work and home lives may have changed forever. When the first lockdown ended in Summer 2020, demand for larger properties with gardens or access to public green spaces soared as people contemplated a future in which they would spend increasing amounts of time at home for ...
A quick guide to home solar panels
Collaborative post Are you keen to make your home more green when it comes to energy use? In the face of the climate crisis many of us are making lifestyle changes to reduce our impact on the planet. Fitting home solar panels is one way to make your home less reliant on traditional forms of power supply. As an added bonus, solar panels can also save you money on your annual energy bills. The sun luckily never runs out or switches off, ...
How to choose the best ceiling lights for your home
Collaborative post When you embark on a room renovation in your home, at what point do you think about lighting? It’s tempting to leave this aspect of a makeover until the later stages of the project, because it feels like a relatively small element to make decisions on. But lighting actually plays a critical role in the atmosphere and practicality of a room, so it should be something that’s carefully considered right at the start of ...
Why door number signs can help your home stand out
Collaborative post Having a beautiful garden is one of the best ways to make your home stand out. However, if you'd like to focus on the building itself, there are lots of other ways to give your home kerb appeal. You could focus on the finish of your home, such as using cladding or paint on the walls, keeping windows in good condition, or sprucing up the driveway. These are all pretty major projects, but one often overlooked yet simple ...
6 questions you must address before shopping for designer wallpapers
Collaborative post If you're shopping for wallpaper, you're probably only too aware that there are many options on the market these days. As a homeowner looking to revamp your home, it's pretty easy to get overwhelmed by the choice. This list of questions is here to help you make the right decision. Read on for six areas that you should consider when shopping for designer wallpapers. Thinking about each one will help you find the ...
How to use interior design to reflect your personal style
The way you decorate your home has a direct impact on how comfortable and relaxed you feel living there, and it’s certainly demotivating to be uninspired by the place you live in. For this reason, you may want to add a personal touch to your home’s interior design to make sure it reflects your personality - your interests, hobbies, experiences, or even the way you dress. In addition to choosing a style that matches who you are and paying ...
What to do with your home once the kids have moved out
Collaborative post The family home can be a much treasured and beloved space for all family members. And with property prices continuing to rise in the UK, young adults are increasingly finding it difficult to fly the nest. According to data from 2019, the average age to move out is over 24 years old. With the impact of the pandemic still unfolding, this figure will almost certainly rise over the coming years. However, for most parents the ...
How to choose the best wall mounted post box for your home
Collaborative post Is your letterbox letting you down? This essential element of our home’s entrance is often overlooked as a purely functional item, but giving your letterbox some attention is a simple way to make a good first impression with your home. Whether you’d like to replace a less-than-lovely letterbox, or are simply keen to increase security when it comes to your mail, a wall mounted post box is a great option. The ...
Tips to Upgrade your Kitchen on a Budget
Collaborative post There’s no getting away from it: kitchens are expensive to install. And if your current kitchen is starting to show its age, this may be playing on your mind. But could you save money by upgrading what you already have? Changing some of the key parts of your kitchen, rather than ripping it all out, could be a more affordable option than a full re-fit. The cost of a new kitchen ranges between £8,000 and £15,000 - and ...