Many householders these days are opting for built-in hobs and ovens when they are installing a new kitchen in their home. However, there is still a large market for those who prefer a freestanding cooker or oven. If you move home, then you are much more likely to be able to take this cooker with […]

There are few things that can add beauty and interest to a room quite as easily as a fireplace mantel. Fireplaces themselves are very valuable and are preferred by home buyers, but a fireplace becomes even more attractive and desirable when paired with the perfect mantel. Trying to figure out what type of mantel to […]

A loft extension is the easiest way to create an extra bedroom and bathroom and the least disruptive way of doing so, as most of the work can be done from outside.  Make sure you strengthen the floor joists and that the extension looks in keeping with the rest of your house and doesn’t look […]

It can often be difficult deciding how to make the most of a small room and how to decorate it so that it gives the illusion of having more space than is actually available. The first tip is to make sure you use brilliant white or light colours for paintwork, walls and flooring.  Dark colours […]