Home & Garden
Keep up with the Greens and stay ahead in the property market
Forget the Jones’ – a new study by B&Q has found we’re now a nation desperate to keep up with the ‘Greens’ next door in light of the current housing market, according to new research.
Summer heat? The wood needs a treat
It’s common knowledge that preventative action makes sense, avoiding the cost of replacing expensive garden furniture and fixtures, but people are frequently put off by the bewildering range of exterior wood care products and concerns over their safety and environmental impact, not to mention the prospect of spending days out in the garden painstakingly creosoting acres of woodwork.
Interior accessories with a twist
Polly & Prince launched just this month and present a beautiful collection of hand picked accessories for both you and the interior of your home. Whether your home is traditional or ultra modern you will find something special to give your favourite room an instant facelift. Try the Plain Jane bedlinen with contrasting piping to create an impact, or be bold and experiment with hand illustrated design and ensure you are never boring in bed!
Eco chic organic accessories for your home
If you want to do your bit for the planet and accessorise your home in style, then take a look at the latest eco chic Organics range from Addis. Consisting of everything you need to indulge your inner domestic goddess you can make a real style statement while being ethical.
New homes harvest latest technology
Harvest Country Homes’ latest development of 35 showpiece houses in rural Monikie, near Dundee, ooze quality and craftsmanship, but while the exteriors boast solid traditional quality materials and the interiors display carpentry and design at their peak, these homes also have high technology coursing through their walls. The houses are equipped with the latest smart home technology from Square D, a brand of Schneider Electric.
Complement your stove with a stylish floor plinth
After taking the time to choose the perfect wood-burning stove for your home, stylish accessories are key to completing the look. Leading heating stove distributor Euroheat recommends its range of floor plinths to complement stoves and protect the surrounding flooring.
Superior British design crafted by hand
Vogue UK - Best of British Release Vogue UK is a company that celebrates the wealth of traditional, quality handcrafted heated towel rails and radiators and is one of the last true manufacturers in the UK.
A bathroom with a view
We all love lazing by a pool, sunning ourselves on a beach watching the world pass us by. Why not recreate this tranquillity at home with Allposters.co.uk the world’s largest online art and poster store.
Back home with the 70’s
2008 has seen a revival of 70’s style across the board. High-waisted, wide leg trousers and floaty, floral maxi dresses litter the fashion magazines, while Eagles and Led Zeppelin concerts are selling out nationwide.
An end to broken wall tiles
Arctic Products is promoting an innovation in affordable diamond drills, specially designed to enable every plumber, tile fixer, bathroom and kitchen installer to quickly and safely cut holes through expensive porcelain tiles and mosaics without the need for drilling rigs or cooling water and with no risk of damage to the tile.
Outdoor lighting shines brightly at National Lighting Stores
Outdoor lighting can extend the use of outdoor space while providing safety, security and peace of mind. A garden can come to life in the evening with just a few, carefully selected fittings.
10 tips to renovate your home
The outlook for the housing market may be getting gloomier by the day but homeowners need to stay positive. Whilst recent research suggests that, this year, improving rather than moving is the focus, clever homeowners know that the right home improvements can add real value to a property - and often don't require a big financial outlay or months to complete. The organisers of The Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, which is at the SECC, Glasgow on 17 & 18 May, have got some great tips for anyone who is looking to improve their home with a view to selling in the near future.
Inspired living at Grand Designs Live
Visitors to this year’s Grand Designs Live will step inside a world of opulent indulgence as premium flooring designers, Amtico International, return to showcase their most inspirational collections to date. The stand has been designed in zones to demonstrate the different facets of the world-renowned firm.
Therapy for the shoe fetish
Keira Knightly, a self confessed footwear addict, admits to owning shoes that don’t even fit her. The “Carrie Bradshaw” effect has seen women fill up their wardrobes with fabulous footwear. Two and a half million British women claim to own at least 30 pairs. And if you’re going to indulge in something as beautiful and extravagant as sequin-covered ballet pumps, they should be treated with due respect!
Eco luxury launches at Surface Design Show
Texture, warmth, originality, beauty and nature: Omarno’s 2008 Palm Panel Collection embodies all of these qualities in this Eco-friendly material. Originating from the coconut shell, these handmade palm panels are produced from a completely biodegradable and renewable resource.