Author: Rachel Ogden
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How the latest home tech can fit in your home
With their promises of making life easier and saving time, automation technology for your home sounds like a no-brainer. But in a crowded marketplace of systems and devices, it can be tricky to know what’s right for your lifestyle, let alone how to retrofit it without trailing cables around a beautifully decorated home. There’s nothing…
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4 easy home improvement projects to kick start 2021
Forget resolutions, the best thing you can do in January is tick off some easy tasks that’ll make a noticeable difference to your home and garden. Not only will this pay dividends as the days grow longer, a good clear out and clean up makes an invigorating start to the new year. Most small projects…
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Home improvements that keep your home cool
When cold weather hits, we can crank up the heating or throw on an extra jumper but staying comfortable in the summer, especially when it’s humid, often presents more of a problem. Lacklustre fans and a stack of ice cubes can only go so far in minimising hot, sleepless nights. However, there are lots of…
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What to check in your home after a storm
No matter what the latest storm is called, one thing is certain – how much destruction it can leave behind, especially to your home. Even worse, you might not be aware of damage until you discover a wet patch on your ceiling or shards of glass strewn across your garden. That’s why a post-storm check…
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Easy post-summer fixes for your home
Warm weather, barbecues and alfresco parties are some of the best bits of summer but after a season of outdoor living, your garden and home need a little love. Repairing any damage or routine maintenance is a must, especially before autumn begins. Spend the time now and not only will you save yourself chores next…
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March updates for your home and garden
Are you ready for Spring? Cleaning might be at the forefront of your mind but this is also the perfect time of year to tackle small projects. Not only will they have a big impact on how your house looks and feels, but many can be ticked off your to-do list in a day. Here’s…
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Five small home improvement ideas
Extensions and conversions are popular home improvement projects but not the only ones to put on your wish list. Whether you’re on a budget, have limited space or don’t fancy the dust and disruption from a large renovation, there’s several smaller projects that deliver big results. Even if you live in a flat, you can…
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Choosing new windows for a warmer home
Better than a mince pie and more warming than a glass of mulled wine, a toasty, inviting house is the perfect way to greet your guests this winter. But too often pesky draughts, poor insulation and a constantly opening front door can make your home feel chilly. One way to keep it cosy all season…
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Plan a basement conversion in four steps
For those of us who don’t want to move but need more space, extending is often the answer. However, if you don’t have room around your house or any potential to convert a loft, going down may be the solution. A basement conversion can be fitting out an existing cellar, enlarging it enough to be…