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Avoid power bill shock, go solar

Published: July 15, 2020

In the last months home has become more than just a place to rest and spend time with the family. Our homes have been repurposed to be the new workplace, an alternative gym, a classroom for the kids and a place of entertainment. The result of our life entirely lived at home is that more energy is......

Looking for a quick and easy home project this weekend? Get creative and set up a reading nook!

Published: July 10, 2020

The crisp weather is the perfect excuse to stay in, get comfortable with a plush throw, and a captivating book. If you consider yourself a bookworm, then why not set up a cosy dedicated reading space? Get inspired by these picture-perfect reading nooks to create a little piece of heaven i......

10 questions to ask yourself in order to get your home winter-ready

Published: June 16, 2020

The time has come when we store away our swimmers and pull out the comfy sweaters from the back of the wardrobe. Winter is on its way but while the temperatures are dropping, make sure to keep your head up and check out these 10 helpful tips to prepare your home for the cold season. 1. Are you t......

Why you can’t go wrong with LED downlights

Published: June 10, 2020

LED downlights are a stylish addition to your home and suitable for areas where sections of light are required. But LED downlights are not just nice to look at, they also have plenty of advantages which make them a far better alternative to halogen or incandescent lights. The 5 major benefits of......

Reduce the risk of a flood emergency in your home with these 3 expert tips

Published: June 04, 2020

If your home has ever been affected by a flood, you know what serious damage it can do to your property. Water everywhere – the floor is covered in puddles and water is dripping from the skirting boards. The wallpaper or paint is coming off and the furniture is stained. It’s a horror ......

5 Ideas to celebrate Mother’s Day this Sunday

Published: May 07, 2020

If you haven’t made any plans for Mother’s Day yet (don’t forget, it is this Sunday, 10th May), don’t worry, because we’ve got you covered! Although the celebrations might be a little different this year, given that you are unable to take your mum out for dinner, ......

Choosing the ideal hot water system for your home

Published: May 07, 2020

Hot Water Systems come in all shapes and sizes and with different capacities. There are so many to choose from, so trying to find the perfect one can be a difficult task. The perfect system for you depends on the size of your household and how energy efficient you’d like it to be. We’......

5 Signs your air conditioner might be due for a professional clean

Published: April 30, 2020

If you used your air conditioner regularly this summer, there is a high chance that microbes and fine particles accumulated in the indoor unit. What most people don't realise is that the obvious things like dust mites, dead skin particles and bacteria actually create the perfect breeding ground f......

Time to get out - 7 things to do in the garden during isolation

Published: April 29, 2020

While we’re all spending the majority of our time at home, it’s important for our well-being to get out of the house every now and then. A fantastic way to make use of this downtime is to give your garden some love. It won’t only be good for your plants and nice to look at; gard......