Homes & Gardens

Why Buy Garden Furniture Online?

In the heart of Exeter, where the charm of historical architecture meets the bustling activity of a vibrant city, residents are increasingly turning to the digital world to bring comfort and style to their outdoor spaces. With the convenience of online shopping, those in Exeter and the surrounding Devon countryside now have unparalleled access to a wide array of garden furniture options. This shift towards the virtual marketplace is not just about embracing modern technology; it's about finding garden pieces that reflect the unique aesthetic of this picturesque area, all from the comfort...

Val Watson

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Surge in the UK: Time to sell your House?

If selling your house is something that you have been thinking about, throughout the last months, or even years, maybe the time is now. Last February, the demand in housing rose in the UK, due to a shortage of stock on the market. This jump of 2.3%, made the average price rise to close to £350,000. If that is enticing to you, here are a few things you should know.

What are Home Buyers looking for?

Right now, any house going on the market is bound to find a new owner rapidly. However, the price you sell for will still depend greatly on the state of the house. Buyers are quite...

How to choose the right plantation shutters for your home

How to Choose the Right Plantation Shutters for your Home

Plantation shutters have been around for a very long time dating all the way back to ancient Greece but they got their name from the American South Plantations.

They are made of wooden slats (also known as louvres) that are in the middle of a wooden frame, the slats can be tilted at any angle as well as being able to be fully closed over.

They were used in Ancient Greece and then became popular in the American South for the same reason they are incredibly easy to use and are a versatile way of dealing with the Mediterranean heat. They also provide privacy and keep out...

How to Add a Decorative Touch to a Bland New Build Property

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 03/18/2022 - 1:10pm

If you’ve purchased a house that has just been built, you might be thinking about ways to make it more interesting and appealing. While new homes can look very neat and polished, your new property may be next to multiple other houses which are all uniform in style. This can leave you wondering what you can do to add a decorative touch and make your home stand out and feel special to you. We’ll consider some of the ways you can add a decorative touch to a bland new build property.

Focus on the Entrance

The main entrance to your property can provide a great opportunity to make a...

A Few Words on Restoring Historic Homes in Ely

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Thu, 03/17/2022 - 10:16am

In many parts of the world there are very few historic or heritage homes. Much of the construction is newer and restoration of these homes doesn’t take a specialist service to give that home what amounts to a face lift. In the UK, however, many homes are centuries old and the process for restoring them to their former glory takes an extra level of expertise rooted in tradition.

Many of the historic homes throughout Cambridgeshire were built in an age when architecture and construction was as much an art as it was a science. In fact, not all homes from past eras were country...

Exeter eco development set to complete in the summer

A new sustainable housing development in Exeter is on course for completion in the summer.

Housing association LiveWest has joined forces with partnership house building specialist, Lovell, to build 60 affordable homes at Ringswell Avenue.

There will be 35 homes for social rent and 25 for shared ownership, including a mix of two, three and four-bedroom properties.

The first residents are set to move in early summer and the whole development will be completed before the end of August.

It is the first development to meet LiveWest’s new sustainable homes...

4 Benefits of an oil-filled radiator

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 03/11/2022 - 6:51am

Have you been considering getting an oil-filled radiator for a while now but need some more information on them? Do you want to know why you should be getting an oil-filled radiator?

If you are searching for an effective and affordable way to heat your home this winter, consider investing in one of the best oil-filled radiators you can currently buy reviewed on Heating Wise . Oil-filled radiators are a type of space heater that uses oil as a heat transfer fluid.

Despite their name, oil-filled radiators do not emit any fumes or require refueling, making them a safe and...

Hiring a chimney sweep

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 03/09/2022 - 10:13am

It seems that with every passing day more and more people are talking about abandoning their gas or electric heating and moving on to traditional wood stoves.

If you buy your wood fuel in bulk, wood heat can cost you as little as 10 pence per kilowatt-hour of heat. Ecodesign-compliant wood burners can now be had for as little as £500. And if that wasn’t enough, unlike gas and (in most parts of the country) electric heat, wood fuel heat is considered to be 100% carbon neutral.

But if you want your wood burner to serve you well, you need to have it swept regularly. In this...

Only 40% of homes in England meet recommend energy rating

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/08/2022 - 4:37pm

New Open Property Group research found that just 40% of homes in England meet the recommended Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of ‘C’ or above.

The EPC scale is ranked from A-G and is used to measure the efficiency of a property based on the level of its emissions, its potential heat or energy loss and its likely fuel costs.

Currently, 63% of properties in the City of London meet the EPC rating of ‘C’ or above. This is closely following by Salford, which has 58% of properties meeting the recommended energy rating and Peterborough, where 53% of its properties...

Get an Old Home Back into Prime Condition with Smart Improvements

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 03/07/2022 - 6:55am

Homeowners might love their houses, but they also know they are not perfect. It is especially so with homes that are getting older. Faded paint and old fixtures only add to the sense that time has left the place behind. Getting all of it back in prime condition will take some effort. Fortunately, there are some things you can do, like renovating oak beams to look modern or installing some modern fixtures. These upgrades can completely change the look of your home and make it look brand new. Here are some suggestions.

Renew the old beams and wood

While wood does not have...

Energy saving tips in the home

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Thu, 03/03/2022 - 2:42pm

Saving money in the home is essential. As costs seem to rise as the years go on, we are all trying to find ways to keep money in our pockets. The best way to save money in the home is through energy efficiency. Here are a few energy saving tips in the home.

Solar Panels

By installing solar panels on your home, you will be using less energy for heat, and that will have a positive effect on your bank account. Harnessing the power of solar energy will not only make your home more energy efficient, but home heating and cooling costs will drop. That’s a win/win.

Solar panels...

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