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The Most Common December Pests and How to Stop Them?

When temperatures drop and winter sets in, many pests begin searching for warm places to hide. Unfortunately, that often means moving into homes, garages and workplaces. December might feel too cold for insects and rodents to be active, but it’s one of the busiest times of the year for pest control callouts. Understanding which pests are most common at this time of year, and knowing how to deal with them, can help protect your home and stop infestations before they become serious. This guide explains the top December pests, why they appear, and the steps you can take to prevent them....

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Green living: take a look at Exeter’s top eco-homes

Following the launch of the Government’s £2 billion Green Homes Grant scheme, Zoopla, the UK’s most comprehensive property destination , has revealed some of the top eco-friendly properties currently for sale in Exeter.

The properties on the market in Exeter boast a wide range of cutting-edge energy saving features, including passive heating systems, mechanical heat recovery, triple glazed windows, solar panels, energy performance certificates of 80+ and all enjoy energy efficiency ratings of A or B.

Eco-friendly homes for sale in Exeter include a three-bed terraced house...

How to design a perfect terrace

There’s nothing better than spending your free time relaxing on your terrace - having your own outdoor seating area gives you a chance to enjoy a free afternoon or holding dinner for your guests outside. But before any of that is possible, there’s one more thing left to do - designing a terrace that’s comfortable and beautiful at the same time. So how exactly can you do it?

Create a terrace you’ll enjoy anytime

There seems to be a common belief that you can enjoy spending time on your terrace only when the weather is nice. And it’s simply not the case - with the right design, you...

How to design a stylish Devon inspired kitchen

As one of the most beautiful and charming counties in the UK, what could be better than taking inspiration from your stunning surroundings to create a breath-taking kitchen interior? With delightful rolling hills, dramatic rocky tors, sweeping heathland, lush wooded valleys and of course charming coastal landscapes, there’s plenty on offer to excite your imagination. We’ve got some fantastic tips to help you create a gorgeously stylish kitchen that perfectly captures the essence of your wonderful Devonshire home.

Choose a Modern or Traditional Style

Whether you live in a...

How to renovate an older property successfully

When you own an older property, you are likely looking for ways and waiting for the right time to perform some larger-scale renovations. Doing so can add significantly to the property's value and make it a space that is actually suitable for the purpose. Whether you plan to live in the property yourself or sell it on for a substantial profit, renovating an older property can be a great way to give it a new life.

However, as you might imagine, larger-scale renovations of this nature are not always the easiest things to undertake. It would help if you were prepared to invest a...

How to get the most out of your heating this Autumn

With the drop in temperature and millions encouraged to stay at home, many of us will want to turn the heating up but may be worried how much this will affect our pocket.

This is why the experts at BestHeating , one of the leading suppliers of affordable, luxury designer radiators have put together ten do’s and don’ts to help you save money on your heating and to heat smarter:

Do:

Buy thick curtains – having thicker curtains helps both reduce the amount of colder air coming in and hot air escaping. The thicker the material, the more heat will be

Make every room safe for the elderly

Now more than ever we need to make sure our elderly feel safe and secure in their homes, especially with Covid-19 creating limitations in their lives. Whether it's your granny or elderly neighbour, it’s better to analyse their current living situation and improve it now, before they fall or have an accident at home.

If they are currently self-isolating, a great idea is to do a video call and use the ideas below as a check list of ways to improve the safety in their home. Of course it’s even better if you are able to go around and help instal the rails and test the fittings...

How to Keep Your Furniture in Good Shape For Longer

One of the biggest joys in the world is buying new furniture. The best feelings come from picking places to put them and knowing what looks are going to come from your interior decorating mind. Unfortunately, not all furniture remains in perfect condition as long as you would like it to.

Purchasing that perfect piece to finally complete your living room, or tie together the dining room, or add life to a boring bedroom is fun but keeping it in tip-top condition is the real goal. If you need help trying to maintain the lifespan of your furniture, then here are some valuable tips to...

A Guide To Choosing the Right Window Blinds for Your Home

When putting together interiors, homeowners will often have their hearts set on selecting the perfect color scheme, choosing the right furniture, or finding the ideal layout for their rooms. That said, window finishings are just as important as an aspect to make any interior space gain in comfort, aesthetics, and invitedness.

Now, whether you’re moving into a new home or revamping your existing one, have you considered putting up blinds?

They’re an exceptionally convenient alternative to curtains and offer great functionality and versatility. In that spirit, the below...

Want To Give Your Home a Religious Vibe? Here's How

When a person has strong religious beliefs, they want it to affect every area of their lives. Someone might display Bible quotes or a fish sign on their car, or wear T-shirts featuring religious quotes. When it comes to a person’s home, they may wish their faith to be visibly at the centre. It’s their private space, after all.

When there is a real religious vibe in the home, it can help the family in their daily walk and send a clear statement to visitors as to what their beliefs are. Anyone who is trying to ‘desecularise’ their home and make it more faith-based may struggle...

Get Your Patio Ready for Winter With These Simple Tips

With summer winding down and fall quickly getting into full swing it is prime time to be looking for ways to get your patio ready for winter. If you have had a deck for a while, then chances are pretty good that you may already have a system for winterizing your deck that may or may not be effective. There are many different ways to get your patio ready for winter without spending a bunch of money, or making major changes to your overall setup. This article will seek to shed light on a few key things you can do to make sure your patio is ready for winter, without sacrificing too many of...

Homes & Gardens

The Most Common December Pests and How to Stop Them?

Green living: take a look at Exeter’s top eco-homes

How to design a perfect terrace

How to design a stylish Devon inspired kitchen

How to renovate an older property successfully

How to get the most out of your heating this Autumn

Make every room safe for the elderly

How to Keep Your Furniture in Good Shape For Longer

A Guide To Choosing the Right Window Blinds for Your Home

Want To Give Your Home a Religious Vibe? Here's How

Get Your Patio Ready for Winter With These Simple Tips

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