Homes & Gardens

5 Simple and Stylish Ideas to Improve Your Outdoor Lifestyle

Outdoor living spaces have evolved from basic patios and lawns into multifunctional extensions of the home. Whether you’re looking to unwind with a good book, host family barbecues, or simply enjoy your morning coffee in the fresh air, there are strategic ways to elevate your garden, terrace, or balcony for comfort, style, and practicality.

Here are five informed ways to improve your outdoor living and create a space you’ll love spending time in.

  1. Create Zones for Purpose and Flow

To maximise both usability and visual appeal, divide your outdoor area...

Different Indoor Shutter Styles for Homes

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Sat, 01/28/2023 - 9:49am

Are you looking for a way to upgrade the interior of your home that is both aesthetically pleasing and functional? Then look no further than indoor shutters. Shutters can be used in any room, from the bedroom to the bathroom and everywhere in between.

With so many shutter styles available, it can be difficult to know which is best for you. Let’s explore seven different shutter styles that will give your home an updated look and feel.

Full-height shutters

Full-height shutters are exactly what they sound like—shutters that cover an entire window. This shutter...

New build-to-rent company, Adler Estates, launches with first development in Exeter

New dedicated build-to-rent company, Adler Estates, has launched in Exeter as part of a new division of the Eagle One group of private property companies.

With established residential, commercial, industrial, retail, and leisure property divisions already under its wing, including Blue Cedar Homes – the successful, specialist developer of luxurious homes for the over 55s – Adler Estates brings an entirely unique offering to the Eagle One group. The creation of a portfolio of build-to-rent housing has been set up and is responding to the urgent, rising demand for rental housing...

How to make any room in your home feel warm and cosy this winter

Authored by SammyB
Posted: Sat, 01/21/2023 - 4:25pm

Exeter is currently taking a battering with icy weather and a blanket of snow settling across the city earlier this week.

The cold snap is expected to last for a few more days with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning across the region.

Winter is well and truly here with near freezing temperatures as well as the cost-of-living crisis, means that homeowners are having to make the most of their indoor spaces to keep warm and cosy.

Tight budgets and size constraints can be a challenge; however, experts say that by getting creative with your interior...

5 Things You Will Need for a Renovation

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 01/18/2023 - 7:39am

Renovating your home can be a daunting and complicated task, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re an experienced renovator or just starting on your first project, knowing the items that are necessary for any renovation job will help ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible. In this post, we'll outline 5 key things you need when undergoing a remodeling project so you feel prepared and ready to tackle the job. With proper planning, sound advice, and the right materials, success is within reach, no matter what makeover challenges await you in the coming weeks. Read on to learn...

IKEA launches The Big Storage Event with workshops and exclusive offers

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 01/17/2023 - 3:53pm

IKEA has announced that it will be hosting a series of free in-store events between now and the 26th of February, as part of the six-week Big Storage Event.

IKEA wants to show customers that storage and organisation can be made simple and satisfying with a few easy tips and tricks. IKEA co-workers will share their expertise in helping customers re-organise their homes, as well as an array of interactive in-store events to showcase further storage skills. IKEA believes you can have fun with storage solutions; you just need to know how!

Events and experiences taking place...

Rose Cottage, Tedburn St Mary

Rose Cottage ticks all 'dream home' boxes

A traditional period thatched cottage is a dream home for many. Add to that five bedrooms, 3-4 reception rooms, a detached garage and a barn for conversion on a large plot with countryside views in a Devon village and what have you got? The answer is Rose Cottage – a dream home indeed.

Rendells Estate Agents in Chagford is thrilled to bring to the market this outstanding property, which sits in the Devon countryside towards the eastern outskirts of the small, picturesque village of Tedburn St Mary, around 1.5 miles from the main A30 and just seven miles from Exeter and everything...

Stunning riverside development in Tiverton unveils first show homes

Two brand new show homes at a new riverside development, St.George’s Court in Tiverton, have been unveiled by local independent housebuilder, 3 Rivers Developments Ltd.

St George’s Court is a much anticipated, award-winning development of 39 two-and three-bedroom houses, and one- and two-bedroom apartments, positioned right in the very heart of the Tiverton town and community, with a waterfront location, and far-reaching views across the River Exe to rolling countryside.

The new show house and show apartment offer aspiring homeowners an immediate opportunity to view the...

Is the Odour in My Property Due to Flooding?

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 01/13/2023 - 5:11pm

If your home has recently been flooded and you have started to notice a musty smell, it is likely that there is water damage and damp in your property. To get rid of the unpleasant odour, you need to take care of the flood damage.

ICE Cleaning is a specialist cleaning company that provides flood restoration services . Its technicians can restore your property as close to its original state as possible. They are available nationwide, 365 days a year, 24/7.

Read on to find out why flooding can cause a musty smell, and how to get rid of it.

What causes a damp odour...

Redrow is helping new homeowners in Exeter save up to £2600 annually on energy bills

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 01/12/2023 - 7:30am

Leading housebuilder, Redrow is throwing open its doors to host a series of educational events across its developments to help those looking to move to an energy-efficient new home this year, helping them save up to £2600 annually.

Between Saturday 14th January and Sunday 22nd January 2023, prospective customers will be able to understand the energy costs that could be saved with better Energy Performance Certificate ratings, and how the Government’s sustainability and environmental targets will impact them as homeowners.

Prospective homebuyers will also be able to use...

5 Signs You Need to Take Care of Your Plants

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Wed, 01/11/2023 - 7:16am

Are you new to growing plants and crops? Are you wondering whether they are going to thrive this year? Often, plants will display signs that they are healthy, as well as when they are struggling. You need to pay attention to what they look like in order to figure out what they need. When you are able to do this, you can successfully grow your plants. Here are seven signs you need to look out for, and that signal you need to take better care of them.

There is Wilting

A sure sign that something is going wrong with your plants is wilting. This is when your plant is dying and they...

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