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How to save money on your home extension

General, Home extension

A lot of us out there dream about extending our homes, but one of the main things that stops us is the cost. Home extensions can be expensive and sometimes we just don’t have thousands and thousands of extra cash...
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How to make your home pet-friendly

General, Interiors

We all love our cuddly little bundles of fur whether they be a dog or a cat, but that love can quickly turn to annoyance and frustration when they mess up our homes, not that it’s their fault. That’s why...
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How to make your kitchen look more expensive

General, Kitchens

Here at Home&Build, we’re brimming with ideas on how to make your kitchen look fabulous, however, we know that sometimes you need to watch the purse strings before committing to a brand new, top of the range kitchen. That’s why...
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How to choose the right sofa for your living room

General, Interiors

The sofa tends to be the focal point of the living room. It’s the place you come home and slump on after a long day at work, it’s the place that all the family gathers to watch a film, and...
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Why you should get a summerhouse this year:

Exteriors, General

Summerhouses are the perfect addition to any garden. They not only spruce it up and make it look great; they’re also really useful! In Britain, the weather can be very changeable, and that’s why having somewhere that’s outside but that...
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How to make your garden more sociable

Exteriors, General

With summer firmly here (at least for now!), we can bet you’re in the process of planning barbecues and garden parties. Of course, deciding to have one is the fun part, but actually organising it is when things can get...
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Should you install a hot tub in your garden?

Exteriors, General

We’ve experienced some gorgeous weather in the UK so far this year (for once!), and one of the most popular things that are popping up as a consequence of this is people installing hot tubs into their gardens. After all,...
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Common problems in older houses

Exteriors, General, Interiors, Roofing

A lot of people decide to buy an older house because they are charmed by the fact that it has character. However, what they often don’t think about is all the problems that they are likely to encounter because of...
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What to remember when you’re moving house: Last minute tips!

General

We know that moving house can be an extremely stressful time, but it’s also an exciting one. It means a fresh start for you and your family and a whole new house decorating adventure! Here at Home&Build, we’ve come up...
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Things to consider when decorating your child’s bedroom

General, Interiors

Decorating your child’s bedroom can be a difficult challenge at the best of times. Children are notorious for constantly changing their mind, which is why you want to create a bedroom that will keep them happy in the long term....
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