Homes & Gardens

Redrow Homes is returning once again to the Devon County Show as sponsor and exhibitor following its success at last year’s popular county event.

The 2018 show, which takes place over three days on 17, 18 and 19 May is a firm favourite in the region’s calendar and sees thousands flock to the event which takes place at Westpoint showground, Clyst St Mary in Exeter.

This is the fourth year which Redrow has been in attendance and is part of the housebuilder’s ongoing commitment to creating thriving communities in the West Country.

Visitors to Redrow’s stand will once...

Having a bit of a home redesign can be fantastic for making everything feel fresher, but when it comes to decorating, it’s easy to forget that the right changes to your property can give the overall value a bit of a boost as well. You can go as grand as you please or as subtle as you like, but the fact is that sometimes even the smallest of changes can have a positive effect on the asking price of your home. Whether you’re considering selling soon or simply looking for the best ways to give your home a new lease of life, then here are the best places to start.

A revitalised...

When it comes to properties, no home is complete until you have truly made your mark. Self-expression is very important for our happiness, and only once we feel completely at home in our property can we relax. It’s for this very reason why interior design isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. You can design your home no matter your budget because it isn’t something that should be done overnight. Instead, take the time to decide on a clear vision, save, and be patient. This patience is the secret to a successful renovation because without it, you will rush into a design that isn’t perfect...

A new survey released today by UIA Mutual Insurance reveals that when we aren’t leaving our keys with other people, many of us will hide them in hidden locations outside of our house. The most popular hiding places are under a flower pot (14%), under the doormat (12%) and in the garden shed (7%). According to figures from ONS, 70% of home intruders in the UK gained entry through a household door, and 30% and through a window.

Almost three quarters (73%) of Brits have given someone a spare key to their home. One in five (22%) UK adults possess a spare key to their neighbour’s house...