Home & Garden
Creating a home the cost effective way
Most people are aware of the benefits of buying a brand new home – they’re cheaper to run, no major decorating jobs to do when you first move in and a blank canvas on which to make your own mark.
Ellis Furniture launches the Galaxy kitchen
Sleek and sophisticated, the new Galaxy Kitchen from leading manufacturer Ellis Furniture is sure to make a show stopping statement in any home, with simple handle-less doors in a lustrous, smooth, silk finish.
Methven launches new Shower Skincare system
Imagine having the best shower experience of your life, every day, for the rest of your life; a daily shower ritual that can leave your skin and hair in better condition and awaken your senses.
Record breaking giant vegetables coming to Peterborough
From super-sized spuds and swedes to massive marrows and colossal cucumbers – giant vegetables of all shapes and sizes are coming to Peterborough!
Green fingered family win regional prize
A family from Newton Aycliffe in County Durham have been awarded first prize in a gardening competition by house builder Miller Homes that aimed to find the best garden across its 10 developments region-wide.
Top tips for keeping your home warm this winter
With an early onset of winter predicted this year and utility bills continuing to rise, homeowners are having to find innovative ways of ensuring they'll be prepared for any cold snaps.
Stannah Lifts contribute to refurbishment of Art Deco development
Gunnersbury Court is a 1930s private housing development of 73 flats within three Art Deco apartment buildings arranged as an attractive square surrounded by extensive grounds.
Brits spend over £50k improving their homes
House-proud Brits driven by envy of properties featured on reality television programmes from Grand Designs to MTV Cribs has resulted in homeowners spending an average of £1,171 and eleven days a year sprucing up their homes to follow their lead, according to new research.
Is your home at risk as winter approaches?
Unseasonable late-summer storms and the remains of Hurricane Katia, which caused an estimated 100m of property damage, are a timely reminder of the vulnerability of many homes to the weather.
ATAG expands MAGNA gas hob range
ATAG, the Dutch company famous for its technologically advanced built-in kitchen appliances for those who are passionate about cooking, has added two new gas hobs to its MAGNA range, offering high-quality design and exceptional performance.
Sterlingham handcrafted bathroom fittings joins Made by Hands of Britain
Made by Hands of Britain, madebyhandsofbritain.com, the online marketplace featuring the finest in British craft and design, has announced the addition of Sterlingham, the luxury handcrafted bathroom fittings company, to its artisan supplier fold.
Doors now rated for energy efficiency using A-G labelling
September 2011 sees the launch of the Door Energy Ratings Scheme (DER) from the windows energy rating authority the British Fenestration Ratings Council (BFRC).
Don’t wait until winter to make your home energy smart
The Government has already committed to saving UK households thousands of pounds through a new ‘Green Deal’ intended to revolutionise the energy efficiency of British properties.
How to take the stress out of moving house
Homebuyers need only take small steps to make moving to a new home a hassle-free experience, according to estate agents.
A Christmas less ordinary from the new-look JaneTrozzo.com
Popular homes and interiors website AlifeLessOrdinary changes name, but fans take heart!