Adding an orangery to your home is a fantastic way to increase your living space and create a versatile and stylish new room. Light, bright, and affordable, orangeries can be used as dining rooms, social spaces and even kitchens. This gives you a huge variety of options when it comes to styling your brand new […]
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Compared to other elements of house building, the conservatory is the new kid on the block. Dating back just a few hundred years, these elegant glass structures were once solely the privilege of the wealthy. Today however, conservatories are a staple of the modern British home. Providing valuable extra living space and versatile square footage, […]
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With uncertainty over Brexit making buyers nervous, and further interest rate rises on the horizon, a lot of homeowners are finding it difficult to sell their properties quickly. Even the most desirable homes are sitting on the market for months, with many homeowners slashing their asking price in order to attract interest. If you’re thinking […]
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Although it’s a job many of us try to avoid, having clean windows and doors can make a big difference to the look and feel of your property. As @idealhome says, “Never underestimate the power of clean windows to transform your rooms, making them light, bright and good for the soul.” However, although cleaning windows […]
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Properly maintaining your locks and hinges will help them to last longer and perform better. To help ensure your doors open, close and lock just as they should, we’ve put together a quick guide to caring for your locks and hinges. Installation First and foremost, it’s essential that your door locks and hinges are […]
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With UK roads busier than ever – government statistics report that the amount of motor vehicle traffic on British roads has increased by 2.2% to hit an all-time high – living right next to a busy road is a reality for many of us. Rural roads are also getting busier according to the Department for […]
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Helping to keep the warm air in and the cold air out, insulation is an incredibly important part of your home’s structure. As well as making it easier to maintain a constant, comfortable temperature, insulation can dramatically cut your home energy bills. Well insulated properties don’t require as much heating in the winter months, or […]
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Every year, homeowners across the UK spend hundreds of pounds keeping their properties warm. During the winter months, energy bills can go through the roof as plunging temperatures and poorly- insulated buildings take their toll on the country’s bank balance. If you’re trying to reduce the amount you spend on heating your home, and make your […]
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Conservatories are often thought of as purely summer spaces, and although there are few things better than relaxing in a stylish conservatory on a warm, sunny day, these versatile living areas can actually be incredibly useful throughout the year. However, if you want to use your conservatory during the winter months, you need to ensure […]
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Adding valuable square feet and a stylish designer touch to your home, building a conservatory can be a fantastic way to enhance your property and get that little bit more from your living space. As they’re built from scratch, conservatories come in a huge variety of different shapes and sizes. From small, bijoux add-ons to […]
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