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The new collection of IKEA sofa covers from Bemz

The new collection of IKEA sofa covers from Bemz

Bemz' new collection, "Serendipity", is a tribute to 18th century Swedish design. Soft rococo inspired florals and traditional Swedish stripes and checks in muted summer tones of eggshell blue, dusty rose, pale grey and sand beige are paired with up-to-date, trendy houndstooth and glen check in a bold black and white combo and a very hip black and dusty rose combination.

Stay cool this summer with Whirlpool

Stay cool this summer with Whirlpool

Forecasters are predicting that this summer is set to be another scorcher with two or three lengthy heat waves. To prepare for a potential long hot summer it is worth stocking up your freezer with bags of ice, refreshing ice lollies and a selection of luxury ice cream, to help keep you cool on the warmest days.

A seat for all seasons

A seat for all seasons

Barlow Tyrie offer finely crafted furniture with true longevity that offers both beautifully classic designs working hand in hand with contemporary flair. Barlow Tyrie has an exceptional portfolio of stunning pieces in natural teak, woven and mixed materials such as teak combined with aluminium or stainless steel ready to adorn any part of your garden, conservatory or outdoor living area.

Officina De Giorgio – with brilliance and style

Precious accessories for the living domain, made in Switzerland. If these are created by the Italian designer Carmelo De Giorgio they reflect light, brightness and warmth. And lots of character!

Aga launches new models with intelligent management system

Aga launches new models with intelligent management system

From April 2007, the much-praised Electric Aga – which runs on a standard 13-amp connection – will be offered with the option of the hugely innovative Aga Intelligent Management System (AIMS).

Torre – The imposing tower

Torre – The imposing tower

This year’s product novelty of Officina De Giorgio - the candleholder “Torre”.

From small acorns, better bathrooms grow

From small acorns, better bathrooms grow

With business acumen that belies his 26 years, Managing Director of Wigan based bathroom retailer Better Bathrooms, Colin Stevens, is refreshingly modest when describing the success and achievements enjoyed by the company over the last three years.

New wood flooring range

New wood flooring range

Wood flooring has undergone a renaissance in recent years. The Fired Earth range has just been extended to include cherry, maple and walnut flooring as well as traditional oak, all of which has been sourced from sustainable forests in Europe and North America.

Go futuristic in your kitchen with Magnet

Go futuristic in your kitchen with Magnet

It looks like kitchens have joined the size zero debate and have embraced the hot catwalk look of curves with a passion.

Is investment in your bathroom money down the plug hole?

Is investment in your bathroom money down the plug hole?

A survey of Home Sale Network members confirms that up and down the country the standard and the number of bathrooms in a property does make a difference to the value of a home.

Bespoke cheesey kitchen designed for Stilton's no. 1 fan

Bespoke cheesey kitchen designed for Stilton's no. 1 fan

A cheese mad mother from Timperley, Cheshire, has had an unusual bespoke kitchen designed for her - the cabinets look like Blue Stilton!

Brighten up your outdoor room

A garden is no longer just a garden, with more people than ever using their outdoor space as extension of their home. With the arrival of spring just around the corner, a B&Q advisor offers some advice on sprucing up your garden and making the most of your outdoor room.

Shaker it all about!

Shaker it all about!

The country's leading furniture wholesaler, TFW launched its Shaker Oak Furniture range last year and has won considerable business from Chalet owners, Guests houses, Hotels and some prestigious Nursing Homes thanks to its simple clean, elegant lines and attractive finish.

A warm welcome to an old friend with the Edinburgh Fireplace Gallery

Leading Scottish fireplace retailer The Edinburgh Fireplace Gallery is highlighting their bespoke sister company Hestia – which is Scotland’s last remaining specialised business to provide hand-crafted design and manufacture of wooden mantelpieces.

Garden Totems RHS Chelsea Flower Show May 22nd-26th 2007

Garden Totems RHS Chelsea Flower Show May 22nd-26th 2007

Following on from the success of attending The RHS Chelsea Flower Show last year, Garden Totems will be returning this year. They will be on Stand number RM/33 from May 22nd to the 26th.