Ten benefits of buying new
Buying a new home brings numerous benefits compared to a resale property. Some of these are obvious, but other advantages often get...
How to host the perfect street party
The Jubilee bank holiday weekend saw outdoor celebrations and street parties being held up and down the country, in a rare and welcome...
Tips for keeping devices charged
It’s been over 200 years since the battery was invented, and today, our lives depend on them. Batteries power numerous devices around the...
How to make a new garden feel more mature
One of the hallmarks of a brand new house is the freshly turfed garden which precedes it. There’s something irresistible about new turf,...
A beginner's guide to hot tubs
There are many ways to recreate the ambience of a hotel or spa resort at home, not least investing in a hot tub. This centrepiece of hotel...
Ten easy ways to improve your home's security
Like insurance, effective home security is an unromantic but essential part of keeping your family and possessions safe. You might sleep in...
How to manage a teenager's bedroom
The only thing harder than being a teenager is being the parent of a teenager. Yet some adolescent behaviours have specific drivers,...
The art of illumination
Light is something we don’t appreciate until it’s lacking, and illuminating the rooms in our homes involves a blend of art, science and...
First-week tips for your new home
Moving into a new house is an exciting event in anyone’s life, especially if it’s your first experience of a new home. The handover...
How to create a hotel experience at home.
After almost two years of social restrictions and government-imposed closures, we are finally seeing the resumption of greater normality....
How to improve your home's privacy
We all want our homes to be peaceful, and achieving this often involves maximising privacy levels. Fortunately, there are easy and...
Decorating for Christmas on a budget
At the end of an extremely challenging twelve months, the Christmas holidays are going to be especially welcome this year. Adding some...