Home & Garden
House proud Britain
Parents spend an average of almost a day a week on household management, with a total of 23 hours and 45 minutes spent each on jobs including washing, cooking and childcare duties.
Unwanted pest 'guests' wreak havoc in the home
Britain's pest population is growing, according to new research from LV= home insurance. Two thirds (65%) of pest controllers say the number of pests in UK homes has increased in the past year and report a surge in rats, mice, squirrels and bed bugs.
A little something extra to make a leap up the property ladder
This month we are treated to an extra 24 hours to tick off our to-do lists and for those with ‘househunting’ on the agenda Miller Homes is offering a little something extra.
Search for the finest Italian antiques in Umbria
Italy's finest antiques dealers participate in Assisi Antiquariato, held at Umbria Fiere. With hundreds of high-quality items on display, including Renaissance paintings, the show has become the spring rendezvous for antiques dealers and amateur collectors alike.
Ellis Furniture extends Quadra modular range
Fusing style and versatility, leading manufacturer Ellis Furniture is broadening its popular range of Quadra modular bathroom furniture to include three impressive new units, making the collection even more desirable for bathrooms large and small.
Brighten up your home this spring with Tangerine Zest
Since Pantone named Tangerine Tango the colour of 2012, fashionistas and interior and product designers the world over have all been rushing to embrace the confident, attention-grabbing colour.
Surrey is the country's top home office hotspot
A new analysis of home enterprise places the district of Surrey as the primary 'hotspot' for home offices amongst the 174 Principal Authority areas in England & Wales. Smart Growth Analytics' findings demonstrate the economic importance of home offices in regional economies across the country.
British homes at risk of falling into disrepair
Austerity measures are causing many home owners to risk letting their homes fall into disrepair, according to research from the AA's Home Emergency Response Service.
Top 5 tips for choosing the right bed this National Bed Month
March is National Bed Month – an entire month dedicated to celebrating the most important piece of furniture in the home.
Miller Homes helps to conserve garden wildlife
For the last decade, between 14th and 21st February, National Nest Box Week has been an annual event, encouraging the nation to provide nest boxes for its garden birds.
How does technology affect our sleep?
There are many advantages of current technology, such as keeping in touch, working on the move and even being able to shop and date online, but some scientists are considering what implications this technology has on lives.
Go digital with Gainsborough Showers
Online shower superstars Gainsborough has launched two digital showers. Featuring one-touch, start/stop controls, perfect thermostatic temperatures and compatibility with virtually all types of home plumbing systems, Gainsborough Digital Showers are ideal for everyone – and nearly every bathroom.
Endsleigh Insurance offers advice to avoid burst pipes
The current cold weather has led to problems for landlords with unoccupied vacant properties. As the thaw sets in Endsleigh Insurance is advising landlords to take precautions against water damage caused by leaking pipes and frost damaged water tanks.
Spring clean your home for a seasonal sale
There still may be a distinct nip in the air, but the emergence of Spring bulbs means a change of season isn’t too far away.
Handmade lamps from recycled material
Our world is flooded with industrial materials, waiting for a chance to be upcycled and repurposed to become a lot more than what we know of them.