Many of us have a glass sliding door in our home but have you stopped to consider security to make sure you’re doing everything you can to keep the things and people you love secure? With burglaries on the rise, it’s important that we think about making our homes more secure. There’s plenty you […]
Sash windows are extremely popular amongst those with an eye for design, and it’s fair to say that they never go out of fashion. Unfortunately, though, many people report that they can cause annoying draughts, and severely impact the energy efficiency of a home. YouGen explains, ‘A combination of age, the hollow boxes and the […]
Conservatories have been a home improvement staple for many years, and plenty of families enjoy having the extra space. If you’ve had yours for some time, you may be thinking about ways to give it a modern makeover. It’s true that styles have definitely changed over the past decade and you might be eager […]
Can a conservatory be a bedroom? A conservatory is an extension of your home, an affordable way to add much-needed space. But we tend to see the conservatory as nothing more than a sunroom that can only be used in a defined number of ways. It is possible to use the conservatory in other ways, […]
Sliding doors are not a new invention. Over the years, they have been re-styled and designed to offer the modern home versatile and practical door solutions. As well as interior applications, the sliding door is perfect for connecting the exterior of your home with its interior. It’s easy to incorporate sliding doors into any design. […]
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Yellow signifies happiness whilst an orange front door suggests a playful side. Red is a strong, vibrant colour but blue front doors tend to be a rare choice. A black front door suits more or less every home and a white front door is a safe choice too. Choosing the colour of your front door […]
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Blocked or damaged gutters bring a whole host of potential problems. As well as leaks leaving unsightly stains on the exterior walls, dripping gutters can lead to dampness in your home too. Fortunately, caring for your guttering is simple and easy to do. Caring for your guttering in three easy steps Cleaning the guttering is […]
With sunshine and warmer summer temperatures, going about daily life is so much more pleasant. We can enjoy the garden, whether that’s tending to plants or watching the children play. Enjoying the summer in the conservatory is what it was meant for, but for some older conservatories, this isn’t possible. Escalating summer temperatures means slowly […]
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The size of a conservatory or garden room can vary significantly. While some people have large, spacious extensions, others have more bijoux spaces added to their homes. However big or small your conservatory is, you need to put some thought into storage ideas if you’re going to make the most of the space. Having plenty […]
As @iwantwallpaper says, “Because of the dual nature of a conservatory, they can often be difficult to style. You need a space that feels like an extension of both the home and garden, creating a natural flow between the two.” Although getting this balance just right isn’t always easy, with a little planning and a […]