Building a house means having to make a lot of choices in a short time. Hopefully, most of them will make you happy down the road, but it is quite probable that some will haunt you as well. To make sure that it won’t be the case regarding your windows and doors, make...
There are parts of the house that seem insignificant, like a slate house sign. It is often the last thing homeowners think about in upgrading a property. This is popular in the state which contains the house number and the name of the street. It is a front door...
When outdoor temps drop, there’s nothing better than curling up on the couch with a cup of hot cocoa. Between winter sports, work, and the holidays, who has the time or energy to tackle their to-do list? Winter is the best time to schedule certain home maintenance and...
When you're thinking about buying or selling a home, you want to find a realtor who knows your needs. A real estate agent can help you make decisions from a more logical perspective to move things along. Think of what characteristics you need in a realtor to help you...
Recently, the UK government announced plans to introduce a so-called “Help to Buy” housing scheme, which would make self-building more accessible throughout the UK and provide an initial £150 million in dedicated funding and investment. Similar to the previous ‘Help...
There’s no doubt that the notion of so-called “self-build” homes is becoming increasingly popular in the UK, with steady growth in the number of such properties being constructed noticeable ever since ever since the introduction of the 2016 self-build registers. In...
Heating and cooling make up for the majority of a home’s annual total energy usage. Poor insulation can make your home less comfortable, be the cause of major air leakage, and make your home an unhealthy living environment. If your home features quality siding and...
If you need to light your construction site during the dark winter months, tower lighting is the perfect solution. Mobile lighting towers, portable lighting towers and diesel lighting towers are fantastic for increasing visibility. Tower lighting enables you to see...
Many people may not realise it, but in principle, all bioethanol fires can be used both indoor and outdoor. Bio ethanol fires run on bioethanol fuel, and therefore they do not need electricity or power to burn. This means that they can virtually be taken, and placed,...
Bathrooms radiators are an essential part of any bathroom styling or redesign. However, with rising energy bills and fluctuating energy prices, people are looking for ways of lowering their utility bills. One way of this is using bathroom radiators instead...
Wooden houses are quick and efficiently constructed structures that are resistant to earthquakes. Not only does it have good insulation, but it is also much lighter in weight. Moreover, the insulation property of the wood leads to satisfactory energy savings as it...
The average house price peaked at £235,000 in August, as the summer market continued to move at its fastest pace in five years. This represented overall price growth of 6.1% year-on-year, highlighting the challenges facing aspiring home buyers on these shores...
Most people buy a second home for one of two reasons: as a bolt hole, or as a source of income, or maybe as a combination of the two. The big question is where? Climate is likely to be high on the list of criteria, as is proximity to a transport hub. For those...
With many workers spending 40 hours or more sitting at their computer desks, if they are not sitting correctly it can place a lot of strain on their body. Maintaining good posture is important for both comfort and health. This article explores the correct sitting...
When you buy a property, you often don’t think about how you are going to grow and potentially outgrow a space. Many reach a point where they need a little extra space, but don’t want to move to a new home entirely. A good solution can often be to build an annexe....
It can be frustrating as your family grows that your dream home starts to feel like it's shrinking. When looking for more space in your home, there are plenty of options out there. Whether that's adding a conservatory, extending into the garden or, in this case,...
Renovating your loft is a smart way of converting a rarely used part of your home into a fully functional room. Almost all lofts are suitable for conversion, and whether you’re creating a guest bedroom, a new bathroom or a home office, you’re sure to enjoy a huge...
Kitchens and bathrooms often grab the headlines, but one should not forget the power of a master bedroom. Put simply, this can have huge pulling power for a home. It's the room in which most of us spend most of our time in (after all, if we stick to the medical...
When going through any project in life, numerous components need to be taken into consideration. None more so than when designing your dream home. If you have decided that this is something you would like to do in 2021, then you are most probably making good progress...
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