For many women, the kitchen is the one room in the house where they spend the majority of their day, whether they are cooking, looking after children or cleaning. The kitchen is also one of the rooms in the house which is most expensive to change the look of completely, given that a new fitted kitchen and appliances can run to several thousands of pounds. However, there are some relatively inexpensive and quick ways in which we can all update the look of our kitchen space and turn it into a cool, contemporary room. (more…)
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Cool Kitchens
May 17, 2012 by admin
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Meet Mr. Clean: Why Cleaning in College Won’t Kill You
May 16, 2012 by designstyle
College life is busy. You have no time to waste running around with a bottle of Fe-breeze and a scrub-brush. Or, you might just be worried about not being able to find things once they were put away. There are, however, some good reasons why maintaining basic levels of cleanliness might be worth it. You might find that there are unexpected benefits from cleaning up a little. (more…)
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5 Popular Home Décor Styles
May 16, 2012 by Guest Author
There are so many different styles of home decor that it can be difficult to choose one. It is even harder to tackle and make that look come to life. Whether it is for decorating a new home or applying a style makeover to the existing one it is good to know the basics of popular styles. Here are the five most popular styles in no particular order.
Country Home
This is a creative style that focuses on items that relate to the country and bringing a rustic (rural) charm to any home. Examples are vintage gingham, floral materials, farm animal themes, vintage signs, pottery and handmade treasures made of wood and iron. There is a happy mix of colors and patterns in accessories and fabrics.
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Starting a Garden from Scratch
May 15, 2012 by Guest Author
For many people, creating and maintaining a garden as a hobby is relaxing and enjoyable. However, many people, although desirous to start a garden, do not have a good idea of how or where to start.There are many different elements that go into a home garden, from the color of the plants to the design. Many times, especially to beginning gardeners, this can become a daunting task.
However, despite how difficult starting a garden may seem, when basic principles are followed the task becomes a little more manageable. These basics are universal and helpful to a gardener at any level when followed correctly. (more…)
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The Modern Bathroom: Do’s and Don’ts
May 14, 2012 by Guest Author
Finding new and innovative methods to decorate or refurbish your bathroom may seem unnecessarily complicated; with modern styles in home décor and furnishings becoming more and more abstract, it’s easy to get carried away and create a mishmash of colours and bathroom features. With this handy DO’S and DON’T’S guide, you will see how to keep things simple and create a contemporary bathroom that is sure to impress friends, family and guests. (more…)Category Appliances, Home Maintenance, Interior Design | Tags: | Comments Off
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Creating your perfect home office
April 26, 2012 by Guest Author
Whether you’re self-employed or you’re looking for a way to improve your work-life balance, home-working and telecommuting are becoming increasingly popular choices.But there are hidden traps for the unwary that can make home working very stressful if the boundaries between work and home life aren’t clear. Follow these tips to prevent work form taking over your life and damaging your health. (more…)
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Five Reasons Why You Don’t Need to be Scared of Lifts
April 20, 2012 by Lucy Pitt
Modern lifts are one of the quickest, easiest and safest ways to travel, yet they are still plagued by urban myths and are one of the most common phobias that people have.If you have a fear of lifts then read on to find out to read about some of the most common misconceptions that people have about lifts and learn what the real story is: (more…)
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Garden Transformations for the Summer
April 19, 2012 by Jade Coleman
There is no doubt that during the summer months we will be spending more time in our garden. You wouldn’t spend all day sitting in a messy, undecorated lounge so why leave your garden that way?It is important that if you’re going to spend so much time in your garden you should love it and everything that’s in it. Here are some great ways to spruce up your garden so that it’s in tip top shape for the summer. (more…)
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The Health Benefits of Playing Tennis
April 18, 2012 by Guest Author
Tennis is an extremely active sport and according to medical experts, it is arguably one of the best sports a person can play to gain better fitness.Due to the high activity levels, it is an ideal way to help drop extra pounds and gain strength, both mentally and physically, at the same time.
Here are 5 health benefits of playing tennis on a regular basis: (more…)
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Creating Doors with Authenticity of Past Times
April 17, 2012 by Jade Coleman
Do you feel as though your home is lacking authenticity? If the answer is yes then have you ever considered changing the door handles and hinges around your home.When redecorating or renovating the home many people fail to consider the small matter of handles and hinges but in fact they can make a great difference and if selected carefully will bring a feeling of authenticity to your home.
Antique door furniture is designed and manufactured from iron and bronze and are perfect replacements for door handles, cabinet pulls and window hinges around your home. (more…)
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