Creating whimsical features in your home

  • The Features to Look For in a Long-Lasting Kitchen Benchtop

    5 May 2021

    Kitchen benchtops are the prime working space that you will have to prepare most of your meals throughout your time in this house, so you should get it right when making your choice. But what separates good kitchen benchtops from the rest? Well, there are several indicators that what you are getting might be a great value or something to avoid at all costs. Always make sure you see the benchtops in person before making a decision, as that will make it easier to spot three of the best features to look for in a long-lasting purchase.

  • Your Brief Guide to Flat Roof Insulation

    22 March 2021

    Ceiling insulation under a pitched roof is pretty well understood these days. The main options are to cover the ceiling within the loft cavity or to opt for a layer of insulation underneath the pitch of the roof itself. Both can be done at the same time, of course, which means that the roof insulation augments the effect of the ceiling insulation beneath it. This is a good approach if you want to be able to use your loft space as an extra room or to store items without them getting too hot in summer or too cold in winter.

  • Ideas to Inspire Your New Kitchen Cabinetry

    30 December 2020

    It can be hard when renovating a kitchen to work out what colours to spread across the cabinets and how to blend them with other kitchen elements such as the flooring, splashback, and countertops. To help inspire your new kitchen cupboard design, consider the following ideas. Add Warm Browns Another design option is to generate a cosy kitchen by installing cabinetry in rich espresso, chocolate, or caramel shades. However, while deep browns and mahoganies evoke intimacy, such dark hues can make a kitchen appear smaller.

  • Crucial Things You Should Know About Built-In Wardrobe Installation

    29 October 2020

    Are you seeking additional storage space in the bedroom but don't know what option you should choose? Well, you are not alone. The free-standing wardrobes don't usually meet most people's storage needs as they do not utilise space effectively or promote customisation. Fortunately, you can opt to get a built-in wardrobe that suits your requirements. These fitted wardrobes create more space because they are customised to meet an individual's storage needs and come in various finishes.

  • Why Installing Heavy-Duty Security Doors in Your Home Is a Wise Investment

    26 August 2020

    As a homeowner, the security of your property should be one of your greatest worries. Due to the high number of home intrusions across the world, you should employ the best security measures to deter thieves and keep your possessions safe.  Apart from getting a fierce guard dog, fencing your premises, installing an alarm system and hiring a gatekeeper, it is advisable to install high-quality security doors in your home. They are valuable additions to your home that will act as the first line of defence in the event of an intrusion.

  • 5 Things You Should Consider Before Buying a Tree

    25 June 2020

    Careful plant selection can help you create an attractive landscape that will add great value to your home. The process is not as easy as buying a new tree and simply planting it. Before you and your landscape contractor start working on your garden, there are several things you need to look into such as pollination and positioning of the tree. Here's what you need to consider before buying a tree.

  • 3 Ways to Tell If the Nursery Plants or Seedlings You Want to Buy Are Healthy

    5 May 2020

    People who are passionate about plants typically have different species of plants in their landscaping, and each plant species plays a critical role. Having an attractive landscape requires a lot effort, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. If you have interacted with landscape bushes and plants for a while now, you might have learnt that healthy and vigorous plants nourish the landscape in a big way. If you want to have beautiful and healthy plants in your garden, you need to get healthy seedlings from a reputable nursery.

  • Two Tips for Those Who Are About to Install Awnings in Their Gardens

    13 March 2020

    If you have decided that your garden would look and function better with an awning in it, here are some pointers that you may want to remember when you buy this item. Avoid connecting the new awning to any walls of your house on which climbing plants are growing Climbing plants can add a wonderful touch of whimsy and delicate beauty to a house's walls. However, despite their prettiness, they can cause problems if you connect other structures to the walls on which they are growing, and you should try to avoid erecting your new awning on any exterior surface where you have some of these plants.

  • Frosted vs Clear Glass Shower Screen: 4 Key Considerations for Your Wet Room

    30 January 2017

    If you want to install a shower screen to create a wet room enclosure within your bathroom, one of the key decisions you'll need to make is whether to use clear glass or frosted glass. Here are just four considerations that you need to take into account. 1. Size of Space Wet rooms are often used in smaller bathrooms. If space is at a premium, you're likely to be better off going for a clear glass screen.

  • Safety Checks and Solutions: A Homeowner's Guide to Asbestos

    26 January 2017

    It's common knowledge now that asbestos is damaging to health.  However, it is not always clear what kind of damage asbestos can do, exactly how much of a risk factor it is, and how to determine whether asbestos is present in your home.  Especially if you're buying a new property and feel that asbestos may be a concern, it's vital to understand how to proceed with asbestos removal and its importance.