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Useful Tools: The Top 5 Most Neglected But Essential Hand Tools Every Homeowner Needs

Useful Tools: The Top 5 Most Neglected But Essential Hand Tools Every Homeowner Needs

by Emma | Nov 9, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

For centuries, hand tools have contributed a crucial part to the development and evolution of human beings. It’s ironic that while everyone invests in the latest technological appliances for their home – from wireless routers, plasma TVs and even smart refrigerators –...
Downsizing 101: Tips to Create A More Spacious Feeling in Your Small Apartment

Downsizing 101: Tips to Create A More Spacious Feeling in Your Small Apartment

by Emma | Sep 28, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

Some look at downsizing as a welcome challenge where years of accumulated junk can be disposed of. Others, face it with trepidation because, well, they like their stuff. Wherever you are on the spectrum, here are some tips to make your new and smaller quarters feel...
The 20 Best Real Estate and Property Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

The 20 Best Real Estate and Property Podcasts You Should Be Listening To

by Emma | Aug 24, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

Last updated: April 2019 Podcasts, also described commonly as on-demand internet radio talks, are increasingly becoming popular mediums used to share information about almost anything. These audio files (or video) are so effective in delivering information to their...
5 Tips For Soundproofing Your Home From The Professionals

5 Tips For Soundproofing Your Home From The Professionals

by Emma | Jul 6, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

At some point in most people’s life they will be annoyed by unwanted noise. Either within or outside their home, disturbing their privacy and peace. It could be noisy neighbours, busy traffic, landing aircraft or very often their own children, whether babies, toddlers...
5 Ways To Brighten Up Your Home On A Budget

5 Ways To Brighten Up Your Home On A Budget

by Emma | Jun 8, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

If your home furnishings are getting boring, there are some easy ways you can breathe new life into your interior spaces without blasting a hole in your budget. Changing one small thing can make a big difference. There are some great ways to breathe life into your...
10 Pieces of Advice for Renovating or Refurbishing Your Home

10 Pieces of Advice for Renovating or Refurbishing Your Home

by Emma | May 25, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

It can’t be denied that home improvement projects, whether simple or complex, are one of the best ways to create your dream home. It allows you to express your individuality and your style through your home. More importantly, renovation or refurbishment projects can...
Bathroom Decor Ideas: 7 Simple and Easy Ideas You Need To Try

Bathroom Decor Ideas: 7 Simple and Easy Ideas You Need To Try

by Emma | Mar 30, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

The bathroom is a very important area of the house. It provides you with a private space to answer ‘nature’s call’ and to wash. Some people even consider it as a sacred place where they can relax and temporarily get away from everything that life throws at them. The...
How To Clean The Bathroom: A Step By Step Guide

How To Clean The Bathroom: A Step By Step Guide

by Emma | Mar 9, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

Cleaning the bathroom, especially the toilet isn’t one of the most enjoyable things to do. Unfortunately, it has to be done, and someone has to do it — most probably you. Keeping the bathroom squeaky clean is important for you and your family’s health. Without regular...
Inefficient House? You Need These Best Ways To Insulate Your Home!

Inefficient House? You Need These Best Ways To Insulate Your Home!

by Emma | Mar 2, 2018 | Eco Friendly, Home Improvements, Latest Posts

Did you know that most of the heat in your home is lost through the walls and loft? To be specific, around 25% of heat is lost through the roof while 35% escapes through the walls. Another 10% of heat is also lost through the windows and another 10% on the floor. If...
Wet Rot 101: What is it and How do I Avoid it?

Wet Rot 101: What is it and How do I Avoid it?

by Emma | Feb 23, 2018 | Home Improvements, Latest Posts

Almost all structures, old or new, use timber as a building material. People have been building houses for thousands of years using timber. One of the reasons why is because it’s readily available and is also renewable as long as new trees are planted to replace those...
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