I’m a painter and decorator, and also do many handyman jobs, so I am always on the lookout for new tools which quite honestly, does it all, and that will make my job easier. So when Gerber asked me if I would like to review the new Centre-Drive multi -tool, I thought yes, I would…
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5 Simple Steps To Get Rid Of Termites For Good
Read moreOut of all the household pests, termites are, without doubt, the most formidable. They can ruin and destroy the foundations of your home in a matter of a few years and can often reoccur again and again, much to the distress of the home owner. Here are 5 simple steps on how to locate a…
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Buying Your First Home
Read moreIn The UK we love to own our homes, but there is no doubt that this is getting more difficult for the generation that is coming onto the housing ladder. However that doesn’t mean they can’t afford to own their home. Affordability is obviously a major factor when you’re looking for the perfect home to…
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Tips for Decorating After Experiencing Different Types of Floods
Read moreThere are several types of floods that many home and property owners may experience at some point throughout their lifetime. While those that live in designated flood areas may be more prepared for these natural disasters or otherwise more caught up on actions that one can take afterwards to restore and redecorate properties, flooding may…
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How To Look After A Wooden Log Cabin
Read moreFor your garden log cabin to enjoy a prolonged lifespan, it is essential that you maintain it properly. Below, we look at a few things to focus on. The Main Areas • Treat the cabin as soon as it is assembled. • Be sure to choose the right treatment. • Ensure that you re-apply treatment…
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Getting Your Grill Ready for Winter in 5 Steps
Read moreSaying goodbye to hot, summer days is always a bittersweet feeling, especially since this means it begins to feel too cold, and it’s time to prepare your grill for winter, or at least until the days begin to warm up again. The process of doing so does not have to be a difficult process, in fact,…
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Why changing your AC Filter Matters
Read moreThe air conditioning unit is something most of us don’t notice until it stops working. We take it for granted, and we seldom think about the machine that creates a livable environment in our homes during those scorching summer days. Luckily, modern air conditioners are quite reliable and sturdy; they can work with minimal maintenance…
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Four signs that the pipes in your home may need replacing
Read moreIt’s very easy to just take the water pipes in your home for granted. Most people just assume that they will always work as they should. But, water pipes are just the same as most things in the home; they can wear out over time. Once this happens, it’s important that the pipes are repaired…
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JYSK Feel the Happiness Campaign #ad
Read moreI have recently teamed up with JYSK, the Scandinavian store group that sells everything for the home. Our partnership is to celebrate JYSK’s 2,500th international store which opens in October and I’m delighted to support the Danish store group with its ‘Feel the Happiness’ campaign. Even better, I have a fabulous JYSK VEDDE three door,…
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Stylish ways to renovate your home
Read moreBeing a home owner, I am always looking for inspiration on how I would like my home to look, to add something that gives it that look of being very special, and a very unique look every time you walk though the door. House Staging is very important part of getting your home just right…
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5 Signs You’re Dealing with a Trustworthy Plumber
Read moreThe difference between a good plumber and a bad plumber is the one who puts a minimal fix on the leak to get paid today and the one who troubleshoots the root cause and finds all the places the corroded plumbing joints need to be replaced. A trustworthy plumber saves you money by fixing things…
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Me And My Ladders
Read moreRegular readers will know that I am a painter and decorator.. I’ve been doing this for twenty years and during that time I’ve found that there are a number of very important tools I need to help me do my jobs to a standard that I’m happy with. One such item is a pair of…
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Protecting Your Floors From Your Favourite Furry Friends
Read moreIf you own a pet, you already know the score. With all that cuteness and love that they give you, takes a great deal of responsibility. We’ve created a handy little guide to tell you, the best flooring for your pet, as well as any advice you may need to deal with accidents and their…
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Tips for The Perfect Loft Conversion
Read moreOnce you have decided to convert your loft there is no going back. You want to convert it for that extra space it provides, maybe you need an extra room for your growing family or you just want a nice guest room. Whatever your reason for wanting to extend your house you will need to…
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Tackling Overflowing Storage Spaces in Your Home
Read moreWhen we move into our first homes, many of us tend to have few belongings. We stick to the basics and the essentials, keeping our properties clean and clear. That’s until we have children. As soon as you become a parent, you will quickly realise that there is an increasing number of belongings scattered about…
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How To Keep Your Water Bills To A Minimum
Read moreThe cost of fresh water is something which is steadily climbing over time, so it is something that we should not take for granted for the benefit of not only our pockets but also our planet. You can get some excellent water saving advice on various blogs and websites to help teach you how to…
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Choosing The Colour Of The Paint For Your Home
Read moreThe freedom to decorate your home can be quite liberating, but to others, it can also be quite daunting as to where to start. You can read some excellent advice from various home improvement blogs on choosing the colours for your home’s interior which may help you to get started. So that you can make…
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Power tools vs. Hand tools: Who comes out on top?
Read moreWhen it comes to any kind of building work, you need tools. They can be the determining factor between a job well done, and a job delayed. But which are the best to have in your arsenal of supplies? I’ve teamed up with BUILT/ to find out who really comes out on top. Hand tools…
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Effective ways to Boost Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
Read moreImage source Cutting your utility bills is surely something you want to do. It seems like every time you turn on the news they’re talking about price hikes and dodgy utility company practices, and with wages stagnating in a lot of industries, well it’s hard to keep on top of things. The good news is,…
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Big Impact Changes To Make If You Are Renovating
Read moreI’ve been a painter and decorator for over 20 years and have been involved with many renovations of people’s homes, but like a lot of professional trades people I never get around to working on my own home. pexels When we first moved into our home a number of years ago, money was a bit…
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Converting Our Attic Space Into Bedrooms
Read moreMy home is a two bedroom bungalow and I live there with my wife and five year old twin girls. As the girls are growing up and needing more space for all the toys and numerous things children collect, we have decided that instead of moving we’ll look at expanding our existing home. Our current…
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