Wholesale energy costs have reached a record high. This has resulted in a surge in energy prices for UK households. As such, many of us are looking for ways to reduce our energy consumption. This can not only save money; it can also reduce the carbon footprint of our households significantly. The less natural gas […]
Wrap Up Your Home: Winterproofing and Cosying Up for the UK Chill
As the days shorten and the air turns crisp, it’s time to prepare your home for the colder months. Here in the UK, winter can bring its fair share of wind, rain, and frosty mornings. But with by taking inspiration from top lifestyle content creators and following our simple steps, you can ensure your home (and your doors) are ready for it all.
A Beautifully British Home: Top Tips for Enhancing Kerb Appeal
Kerb appeal, the attractiveness of your home’s exterior, is crucial in the UK, both for increasing value and creating a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re planning to sell or simply want to spruce up your place, discover how to add kerb appeal to a property.
Paintflix – Crazy Paint Colour Names Inspired by TV and Movies
Let’s face it, paint colours have some seriously weird names. You want to pick out a new colour scheme for your living room. You’ve settled on a nice relaxing grey. You head off to the DIY store. And then you’re confronted with a million choices. But should you choose Elephant’s Breath? Mole’s Breath? Wind’s Breath? […]
What Are Shaker Style Doors? Everything you need to know
There are a lot of considerations to balance when choosing the perfect doors for your home. Especially when there’s such a wealth of styles, textures, colours and materials to choose from. Traditional yet timeless, shaker style doors have a long and interesting history. Yet their clean lines and simple geometric patterns give them an enduring […]
Space-saving Doors – Ideas to maximise your living space!
Your doors can be a fantastic way to complement and enhance your interior aesthetic. But they can do more than just look pretty. They can also be extremely practical! If you have a small living space, a narrow doorway, or a space with tricky dimensions, the right space-saving internal doors can enhance your living space. […]
Finding Your Decorating Style: Top Tips for Getting the Ideal Look for Your Home
What’s your personal interior design style? You may have a really clear idea of which kind of interior design aesthetics you prefer. But if your instinctive answer is “I don’t know”, that’s absolutely fine, too! Many of us spend years with a purely functional approach to interior decor. Given that most of us are renting […]
Lockdown Kitsch: Fun gifts for your family and friends
As we enter a new year and a new lockdown, it’s fair to say that we’ve all been in need of a little extra cheer this past few months. Whether it’s lockdown memes, or socially distant birthday cards, there’s been no shortage of people trying to put a positive spin on the situation. The good […]
Step Inside the Secret Spaces Hidden in Famous Landmarks
They’re some of the most famous places and landmarks in the world, visited by millions of people every year. But did you know that, hidden away in some of the world’s biggest tourist attractions, there are secret rooms and spaces that only a lucky few ever get to enter. We’re not talking about behind the […]