So, you want to add a room to your home to bring in more light. The main two options you have that offer this benefit are a sunroom or conservatory. You may be thinking these are the same, but there are a few differences. A conservatory is generally made with a large amount of glass, allowing optimal light to enter. Whereas a sunroom is generally made from brick, but with large windows and glass doors. So, which one should you choose for your home? Well, deciding between a sunroom and a conservatory can be challenging. But it all comes down…
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Summer is coming into full swing, you are likely wanting to spend more time out in your garden soaking up some of the much-needed vitamin D. But, maybe you want to escape from the direct heat from time to time whilst still being able to soak up some vitamin D. The best way to do this is through a sunroom. This is a room that can either be an extension to your home, or a separate area in your garden. They will generally have fairly large windows that allow the sunlight to enter them as well as a place to…
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Working from home is slowly becoming the new normal, with people setting up home offices all-around their own homes. Until we can head back into the office, or for us who work from home, how can we design the perfect home study and work area? Firstly, you will need to consider what you need in your home study. Most will consist of a desk with a chair, along with a computer of sorts. This is the basis of your home study design. Consider the layout where your desk will be situated. We would also recommend that you consider having a…
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Fluorescent lights are a popular choice for lighting a garage space, as well as any other enclosed spaces around the home. They are also widely available and affordable, making them a well-recommended choice if you are on a budget. Florescent lights are designed to evenly light an enclosed area, emulating how it would be lit by daylight. This makes them perfect for work areas, or places that need a high level of visibility. They are also very reliable and energy efficient, especially when compared to other lighting options. Higher quality versions of fluorescent lights are also available, which produce more light…
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Painter’s tape is a unique type of masking tape that is used to cover an area to protect it when painting. It is especially useful for creating crisp straight lines and corners. Here’s how to use painter’s tape to mask an area for painting. First, tear of a strip of tape around two feet long. Carefully place the tape along the area that needs to be protected. Begin to seal the tape firmly against the surface. The tape can be tightly stuck down using a spoon or a fingernail. Once the tape has been sealed, paint the desired area. When…
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Camping stoves are often used outside the home in the countryside, but they can be fun to use in the garden too. They are a great way for families to experience a little outdoor adventure without leaving the home. However they do use an open flame so it’s important to know what you are doing before hand. Using a Camping Stove When using a camping stove in the garden, place the stove on a flat even surface. Ideally a paving stone or flat area of ground. If you are using a tent don’t light the stove inside of it, make…
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Coloured glass windows are a fantastic way to give a building a stylish, ornamental viewing opening that looks great from the outside as well as in. Coloured glass can be used in many different ways, from doors to garage openings, and stylised decorative windows. There are countless designs of coloured windows available, in modern and traditional styles. Which suits the house best will come down to personal taste, but it’s recommended to use traditional styles for older buildings and more modern designs for newer homes. Some of the styles available include: Etched glass, bevelled glass, overlay stained glass and fused…
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A simple house plant can transform and bring new life into a room. It’s an easy way to update the decor without investing in anything too extensive. But not all house plants are the same, with different plants being suited to different types of rooms. The Dining Room The types of plants that are best suited for the dining room are rubber trees, begonias and philodendrons. Anything that’s eye-catching and visually impressive works well in this space, a place that often sees guests. The Living Room For the living room, plants that are ornate and have a little grandeur about them breathe…
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Fixing an awning to the side of a house can be quite a bold design statement. Awnings are large and dramatically change the visual appearance of the building, so choosing one that fits is important. Fortunately there are many designs to choose from, the right one just needs to be found. Fixed Or Retractable? Home awnings are available in fixed or retractable designs, both of which do the same job, but they do it in different ways. Fixed awnings are permanent structures, once installed they can’t be adjusted. They are more sturdy and tend to be larger in design than…
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Staying Safe With Hormann Entrance Doors Not many doors out there can meet the quality of Hormann Entrance Doors. On average, they earn five out of five stars reviews from customers and are one of the leading door brands in the United Kingdom. They have been on the market for over 50 years and have successfully sold around 13 million doors up to date. If you want to keep yourself and your family safe and secure, there is no better brand to turn to than this leading individual. General Features The reason these doors or so sought after is because…
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When building or customising a modern home, one of the basic requirements is a good home networking system. This is the wiring that powers all of the equipment in the home, and can make a big difference to the quality of life of its residents. While there are a lot of electronics contractors out there that will install a system, not all of them work in the same way. Each of them will likely have a specific focus they try to herald to make them stand out from the rest. An audio installer that can install a home network will likely…
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In highly variable climates the temprature of a home can change rapidly. However, many people don’t tackle the problem before hand and often wait until the weather affects them so much that they are forced to deal with it. A good way to prepare a home for a variable climate is to install an active heating and cooling system. While this may be necessary in certain climates, don’t rush to buy a heater or air conditioner unless it is absoloutely necessary. It’s a good idea to consider how the home can be improved to make it more comfortable before purchasing expensive…