This is a collaborative post in partnership with Desenio With the kids back at school, and the urge to spend more time indoors, autumn is often when we turn our attention to interiors projects. I've certainly got a big to-do list for tidying up our home after months of intensive use from the whole family! One project that has been on my list for a while now is a gallery wall for our lounge. And I've finally tackled this with wall art from ...
Why bifold doors are a great choice for your renovation project
Collaborative post If you’ve watched any home renovation shows over the last few years, you’ve probably noticed bifold doors featuring in lots of room designs. Bifolds are certainly a popular choice for renovation and extension projects, and there are lots of reasons why. What exactly are bifold doors? Bifold doors are essentially multiple door panels that fold back on themselves in a concertina pattern. They’re a popular ...
8 home improvements that add value to your property
Collaborative post Do you have any home renovations planned at the moment? Whether you’re making home improvements with a view to selling, or just looking to revamp your living space, chances are you want those projects to add monetary and practical value to your home. You can give the value of your property a boost with lots of different home improvements, but some projects add more value than others. Here’s a list of eight ...
What types of flooring are best suited to your kitchen?
Collaborative post Are you planning a kitchen renovation project in the near future? Or have you recently moved to a new home where the kitchen is a bit worse for wear? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, you'll probably be considering replacing your kitchen flooring. The kitchen is arguably the most functional area within any home, so it stands to reason that you need to choose the correct type of flooring from a ...
Bedroom trends 2020
Collaborative post Is a bedroom revamp on your list of interiors projects for 2020? If you’re making changes to your bedroom this year, chances are you’ll start the project by doing a spot of research into the current bedroom trends. I always find that browsing interiors trends in magazines and online is a great way to explore ideas and find inspiration. In particular, Pinterest is my best friend for this kind of research - ...
Easy ways to introduce rustic interior design to your home
Collaborative post Have you embraced rustic interior design in your home? The trend for rustic interiors is hugely popular, and it’s not hard to see why. The rustic look is all about using natural materials, embracing earthy colours, and dialling up the comfort factor to create a warm, welcoming home. And you don’t have to live in an old property to make it work; modern twists on the trend have brought a freshness and light ...
6 easy ways to revamp your living room
Collaborative post With autumn in full swing and the clocks going back, chances are you’re spending more time indoors. Combine this with the fact that Christmas isn’t far off, and it’s no wonder we often feel the need to smarten up our homes at this time of year. We’re almost at the end of a big living room revamp, which has involved re-plastering, coving repair, a new fire, redecorating and a new carpet. It’s been a pretty ...
Bringing the outdoors in: Sainsbury’s Garden Room range
Do you try to bring a little bit of nature into your home? The interiors trend of bringing the outdoors into our living spaces has been big news for a while now, and it’s not hard to see why. Interiors brands have picked up on the fact that connecting with nature helps us cope with today’s hectic pace of life, and are extending that connection into the home via accessories, wallpaper, fabric prints and furniture. Add to that the fact that ...