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Lots of us have outdoor spaces, but they can tend to lack a little in looks. Gardens can take a lot of work because they need so much looking after.We have a cool layout with elevated decking and a small (artificial) grassy patch. We’re lucky enough to get lots of sunshine, too – right until
Christmas is one of the most hectic times of the year, and it’s understandable that many of us get incredibly stressed at the thought of hosting Christmas dinner for the family. That said, I get a warm fuzzy feeling in my belly when I have people over, so this year, we’re having the Charles clan over
If you’re putting in new skirting boards, whether they’re going into a spanking new new-build or if you’re replacing ones that have seen better days, then you also need to think about your flooring. Laminate, wooden and tiled floors need to be laid before you place the skirting boards so that the boards cover any
Most homeowners have an idea or two of what they’d like to change about their houses. Unfortunately, many of these visions are far too grandiose to realise on a tight budget. But there is some good news for those with big home-update dreams and less-than-sizeable funds: you can try one of the following five projects
When it comes to renovation, it’s often the practical space of the kitchen that is overlooked. Maybe it’s the concern about the cost that puts us off or the worry about lots of work involved. But modernising your kitchen needn’t break the bank, and if packing every utensil into boxes while you redecorate fills you
The home is supposed to be your safe haven from the outside world. It keeps you protected from the sweltering heat and the biting cold, not to mention the rain and the wind. But sometimes it can feel a little too isolated, a little too insulated. Letting in the outdoors in can do a lot
Have you fallen out of love with your home? Do you wish that you could start from scratch and totally revamp your house? A lot of people feel this way. It is only natural; you see the same four walls every day! However, you don’t need to embark on an expensive redecoration project to make
At what point do we question whether our elderly loved ones can still look after themselves independently? There are many possible signs that they cannot cope, but at what point do we intervene? It is also important to remember to take time out for you. – Caring for a family member can take its
Buying a new home is a huge decision. Not just in terms of the life you’re going to lead but in terms of your finances as well. It’s more than just a big cost you have to save up for. It’s a whole series of different moving costs that are going to have far-reaching financial