When you’re trying to sell a house, you obviously want the best price possible. That’s why you probably invest in all kinds of repairs, fixtures and fittings, and whatnot. You hope that it’ll help you fetch a better price on the market. However, if you really want to see those numbers going up, you need to [...]
Your home is where the most cherished moments of your life happen. You store all your treasured belongings there, raise kids under its roof and form memories you'll keep close to your heart. Your home is one of the special spaces in your life, but it can become dysfunctional without you even realizing it. Part of [...]
The 70s were all about bright colours and retro styles, and if you’ve ever watched That ‘70s Show, you’ll know that a simple room with a splash of different colours and a lava lamp is what is was all about. In order to transform your entire room into a retro haven, you’ll need to get rid [...]
Do you have a persistent cough, scratchy throat, red eyes, skin rash, headaches, emotional changes, aches, or other unexplained symptoms? If so, it could be your house that is making you sick. Common health hazards in homes can make you and your family sick. You might be aware of some of the home health hazards, but [...]
Once you have your own house or property in a normal suburban neighborhood, you have to install a fence – of course, for privacy. There are several types of fences -- and one of the main types, and often considered as the classic -- is none other than the wood fence. It is maintenance-free, and it [...]
How To Keep Your Home Clean Pets bring a lot of joy to our lives. Cats and dogs are funny, fish have their own appeal, and even reptiles can be affectionate—albeit in a “lizard” kind of way. Some of these pets are going to be cleaner than others, some are going to be the living incarnation [...]
When paying for a home renovation project — and using the earth's resources to make it happen — you want to make sure the job is worth it. As it turns out, some upgrades will add more value back into your home than others. Your investment could eventually pay for itself if you choose the right [...]
Do you often find yourself sneezing, sniffling or blowing your nose? How about wiping teary, irritated eyes? If this sounds familiar to you, you likely have plenty of experience in dealing with allergies. Some people are lucky enough to only battle with allergies once a year in spring, but others suffer daily. They may face confusion [...]
It's not a newsflash, and we certainly don't need to remind you of the monumental change to your life that is about to happen when your little one arrives. While you may have already gotten to work on the nursery and even your bedroom, one room that tends to get left to the side is the [...]
If you are looking for ways to go green with your cleaning, you are in luck. Many consumers are doing the same which is leading more manufacturers to produce green cleaning products than ever before. This increase in demand has led to more choice. Along with this, there are natural methods to make your own green [...]
Poor air quality can affect you and your family’s health. In fact, outdoor air pollution causes about 4.2 million premature deaths on a global scale. Indoor air pollution is equally dangerous. Pollution is linked to lung cancer, stroke, and other diseases. With so many health concerns associated with poor air quality, it’s crucial that you know [...]
A sustainable lifestyle starts with the usual suspects — shorter showers, smarter lightbulbs, recycling, informed food choices and more. Once you get the basics down, you can move on to your home decor. Surprisingly, there are many eco-friendly options in this realm, too. Here are eight of the best eco-friendly home decor options out there: 1. [...]
Homeownership can be a tricky thing. That is, while some people see the home as something that they must build up for their families, expecting it to be in the family for a long period of time, there are those that see their home as more of an investment. While keeping the home running is something [...]
When your parents are moving cities or downsizing, the time comes for virtually every kid to experience selling their family home at some point. While that home may have been the place you looked forward to coming back to after a long day at school, the place you spent family holidays, had your first sleepover, and [...]
In 2016, 11.2 percent of Americans moved, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. While most of the physical labor is done once you finally carry that loveseat up two flights of stairs to your new apartment, there’s still some work left. Don’t worry, though, as a lot of this stuff involves more thinking than heavy lifting. [...]
Even though it is incredibly difficult to predict the weather much further than the next few days, there's a good chance that temperatures in the UK will soar this summer based on recent trends. "With computer models strongly favouring a warm spring, there is potential for the record for the hottest spring to be challenged," said [...]
Feng shui often gets a bad rep as being overly complicated and confusing. In reality, there are plenty of simple components that are easy to use in daily life. In layman’s terms, feng shui translates to “wind and water” and puts a lot of emphasis on proper energy (also known as ‘chi’) flow within a space. [...]
Moving isn’t just taxing on you — the stresses of relocating to a new home have notable health effects — it also has major detrimental impacts on the environment. The materials used to pack your possessions, the fuel consumed to ferry them from one part of the city (or country, or world) to another and even [...]
There are several things you can do during the later months of summer and autumn to ensure your house can stand up to even the harshest of winters. The changes will ensure your home stays safe and comfortable all winter long and many of the changes will increase the efficiency of your home so you can [...]
By the time winter rolls around, you probably think you've gotten through the worst of pest season. However, when it's cold outside, you're not the only one who wants to head inside to keep warm. This means your home will still be susceptible to unwanted critters. So, ahead of freezing temperatures and snuggly nights indoors, prepare [...]
When selling your home, you may hear the term “cash buyer” brought up as being a quick and easy way to complete the sale. Cash buyers are a growing force in the UK property market, both private individuals and specialty companies. Do you know why a cash sale wins every time? This article explores cash buyers [...]
Do you feel like you're drowning in clutter? So many of our homes are filled with items that do nothing but gather dust and take up space. Many of us have too many unnecessary items cluttering our homes that we never plan on using again. Clutter can really ruin the ambiance and appearance of a home. There is [...]
Let there be light! Did you know that many homes are actually very poorly lit? From the wrong types of bulbs to inadequate lighting, many peoples homes could do with a little lighting upgrade. Getting the balance right between a home that is too dimly lit and one that is overly blinding is sometimes a difficult [...]
Accessible bathrooms are becoming increasingly popular as more people are trying to accommodate those who are a little older as well as those with a disability. The good news is that you can make your bathroom more accessible and it won’t take too much effort. In this article, we’ll give you some tips on how you [...]
