March 2017 - Home&Build Blog

How to create a contemporary kitchen

General, Kitchens

Contemporary kitchens tend to be functional and practical whilst at the same time looking very modern, just what you need if you’re the type of person who likes their living space to be organised and on trend at the same...
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Different types of balconies:

Exteriors, General

Balconies are the perfect way to make your home instantly feel more elegant and romantic, but how do you know which type to choose when there’s so many out there? Today’s article is going to tell you everything that you...
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How to clean your windows efficiently

General

Your windows are one of the most important assets of your home- they’re what keeps it insulated, secure and soundproof. However, the main problem with them is how dirty they can get, especially at this time of year where they’re...
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Orangeries: what you need to know

General, Windows, Doors & Conservatories

What is it? An orangery is exactly what it says on the tin- a space to grow oranges. Similar to a greenhouse, the room is kept warm and is promoted to the growth of these citrus trees. It’s certainly a...
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Home improvements to make selling your house easier

General

Trying to sell your house in today’s competitive market comes with that many pitfalls that many of us wonder why we even try and bother. We’re aware that we can make improvements to our homes to help sell them quicker,...
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Tips on how to design a compact bathroom

Bathrooms, General

Sometimes in life, we just have to work with what we’ve got. In terms of our houses, we can all dream as much as we want about having the perfect house, but at the end of the day this isn’t...
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Painting vs wallpapering

General, Interiors

It’s the age old question. Should you paint your walls or wallpaper them? Everyone has their own opinion on which is best, but we’re going to try and remain unbiased whilst we share the pros and cons of both. Let’s...
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How to convert your garage into the perfect playroom

Garage conversion, General

Kids are notoriously hard to keep entertained 24/7, so why not create a playroom in your garage conversion? It’s the ideal space to keep all of their toys, meaning that the rest of your house can stay as a grown...
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How to get your garden ready for spring

General

It’s officially March, and with the days getting longer, spring is officially round the corner. Instead of stuffy days being stuck inside watching the wind howl and the rain fall, we can be out in the garden getting some fresh...
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New trend alert: Lagom

General, Interiors

As you know, we’re huge fans of Hygge, the Danish trend which took the UK by storm last year. Well according to experts, the latest home trend that we should be looking out for is Lagom, which comes from Sweden....
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