Home & Garden
Homeowners set to invest in their properties
Research has revealed that 61 per cent of UK homeowners intend to invest in their property over the next two years. The research shows that loft conversions and conservatories are set to be popular additions in 2010, with figures for such projects up 16 per cent and 32 per cent respectively.
Optimum reflects on AV furniture
Optimum International has unveiled a new range of AV furniture with sleek design and contemporary high gloss finishes.
How lucky’s your house?
While number seven may be lucky for some and others would avoid 13 at any cost, AXA statistics show where the real luck lies when it comes to the house you live in.
Taylor Wimpey digs deep in Harringay
Volunteers in charge of a prize-winning community garden have received a timely boost in their bid to secure a prestigious award for the fifth year running – thanks to a £1,000 donation from Taylor Wimpey, the leading housebuilder behind a number of developments of houses and flats for sale in East London.
Everything but the kitchen sink: Things you shouldn’t forget on moving day
One of the most common moving day faux pas is to pack the kettle and tea bags say reallymoving.com, following a survey of top UK removal companies.
Ollerton residents take up summer garden challenge
Inspired by the recent RHS Chelsea Flower Show Miller Homes is encouraging residents at The Meadows development in Ollerton to roll up their sleeves, unearth their gardening tools and take up their summer garden challenge.
New home interiors woo the crowds in Coventry
A £15 million Stoke development has nearly sold out way ahead of schedule with homebuyers also reserving off plan for 2011 – and this is in no small part due to the stunning interior design schemes of the two new showhomes.
RHS names crème de la crème of young garden designers
Three young designers have been declared the crème de la crème by RHS selection panel as they take their place as finalists in the RHS Young Garden Designer of the Year Competition.
Dry summer increases subsidence threat to UK homes
As many parts of the UK face drought and climate change means dry conditions are becoming more common, homeowners are advised to be aware of the increased risk of subsidence during the summer months.
RHS Show Tatton Park promotes active learning
Over twenty schools in Cheshire have joined forces to take on a horticultural feat by each designing a garden for the prestigious RHS Show Tatton Park (21-25 July 2010).
Homeowners spending more on home improvements
More home-owners than ever are choosing a lick of paint and new wallpaper to improve their home, according to research from the Halifax.
Footie fans to watch World Cup from the comfort of their sofa
World Cup fever is set to sweep the nation's living rooms this summer, with 93 per cent of World Cup watchers planning to catch some, or all of the action from the comfort of their armchairs - according to the Post Office World Cup Spending Report.
First time buyers aim for grand designs
First time buyers spend around £3,782 each on kitting out their new home - the equivalent to three per cent of the average national house price - according to new research from Santander Mortgages.
Gardens make us happy and healthy
Research from blood-pressure-monitoring.org has revealed that spending time in the garden can contribute to making us feel healthier, comfortable and relaxed, and that even looking at nature can result in a fall in blood pressure within five minutes, and can lower stress hormones.
Watch your windows in the World Cup
With the England footballers just days away from action, homeowners are being warned to watch out for wannabe Wayne Rooneys in their own back yard.