Home & Garden
Garden thefts increase as clocks go forward
After the coldest winter in decades many of us are looking forward to March 28th when the clocks go forward and the evenings finally get lighter. However, it seems that opportunistic thieves also eagerly anticipate this time of year too.
Make garden security a priority this spring
As the clocks go forward this weekend and many Brits look forward to getting back out into the garden, M&S Home Insurance is reminding householders about the importance of garden security.
Rogue workmen costing homeowners £6.8 billion
New research from Santander Insurance UK has shown that nearly one in five (18 per cent) of British homeowners has fallen victim to ‘Bodger the Builder'- sloppy workmen who are causing significant amounts of damage to peoples homes.
Sony gives you more in the morning
It’s so much more than just a clock radio. The new ICF-C717PJ from Sony is packed with great features to help you wake up and drift off in even greater comfort.
Brits losing sleep over bed bugs
Figures released today show that, despite spending a third of our lives in bed, most Brits change their pillows so infrequently that 70 per cent of our bedding is filled with excrement from thousands of dust mites*.
Charlie Dimmock’s top tips for a glorious garden in the city
Living in the city doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice being green. New research shows that half of the people living in towns and cities in the UK want to grow their own vegetable patches or herb gardens and live greener lives but they don’t believe they have enough time or money to do so.
Flower power with London Pass
Take a walk on the wild side before the Chelsea Flower show (25-29 May) and explore some of London’s most glorious gardens with the London Sightseeing Pass.
Panasonic expands home appliance range
Panasonic has announced the launch of a new range of fridge-freezers and washing machines for the UK market. The launch further expands Panasonic’s product portfolio, building on the introduction of home appliances into Europe in 2009.
The Cuisinart Griddle & Grill - The ultimate power plate
With removable, easy to clean grill and griddle plates, the Cuisinart Griddle & Grill can be used in various positions to create a variety of healthy dishes for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Kerb appeal - Dulux BackPack Roller
They say first impressions count, and that goes for property as well as people. A well presented home is not only more visually appealing, it's more welcoming too.
Optimum set to turn heads
Optimum International is set to revolve AV furniture with the launch of its new Valera range designed by acclaimed US design studio BDI.
Douglas Delabie graduates at Oxford Brookes University
Douglas Delabie water saving shower room products have been installed as part of a three-phase project for new student accommodation at Oxford Brookes University, which is undertaking a programme of extensive campus redevelopment.
Jøtul UK celebrate 10 year anniversary
The world renowned leading stove manufacturer Jøtul celebrates its tenth year of success in the UK this year.
Stroud Valleys Decorative Trail makes a great day out
Eight leading interiors companies in the beautiful Stroud Valley have come together to produce a decorative trail brochure featuring a collection of both interesting and practical workshops and showrooms that offer everything anyone could want for the home - from fabric and wallpaper to flooring, paints, bathrooms, kitchen designers, curtains and soft furnishings as well as furniture and home accessories.
Very Sanderson: 150 years of English Decoration
The Fashion and Textile Museum is pleased to announce the opening of the its new exhibition Very Sanderson – 150 years of English Decoration as part of Sanderson’s 150th anniversary in 2010.