Acetate Wash acetate, such as satin, in warm water on the delicate programme. Do not spin and iron on a cool setting. Acrylic Often used as an alternative to wool. Wash on a synthetics program in warm water on a short spin. Add fabric conditioner to lessen static in the last rinse. Don’t wring, shape …
Over time we all collect clutter, here are some top tips for giving your home a declutter Pretend that you’re moving It is a good idea to go through your belongings and determine what you use regularly; it is likely that you only use 20% of your “stuff” regularly. Set aside things you need and …
In 2015, we recycled 44.3% of household waste, unfortunately, this is down from 44.9% in 2014. We are targeting household recycling at least 50% of household waste by 2020. Detail Biodegradable Municipal Waste sent to landfills has continued to reduce. In 2015 it was 7.7 million tonnes, 22% of the1995 baseline value. The recovery rate from …
A big, spacious, luxurious bathroom is so often a homeowner’s dream. However, it’s far from the reality that most of us live with. The good news is that you can make your bathroom feel a lot bigger without knocking out the walls or trying to change the laws of physics. All it takes is a …
A new study shows that the number of extended families living under one roof has been on the rise. The Office for National Statistics proves the claim with figures: from 2001 to 2013, the quantity of households with three generations living together had risen from 325,000 to 419,000. The most ordinary reason behind this decision …
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Here are some easy ways to make your home more secure. Doors Statistics show that two thirds of burglars gain entry or remove items through doors. So make sure your doors are secure, do the following: Make sure external doors are strong and sturdy. Make wooden doors stronger by fitting a steel strip and plates …
Short of space? A home extension could be the answer. Move or Extend Our modernized lifestyles cry out for more space than our ancestors. With moving costs (estate agents, stamp duty, and legal) rising, it’s not surprising so many of us are staying put and extending instead. If you’re happy where you live and have …
Extend or Rebuild They say location is everything, if you love your location but you need more room, extensions are the tried and tested option, there is though an alternative if you are fortunate to have detached home, rebuilding, a route becoming more popular. Benefits of a Rebuild Cost In deciding whether to extend or …
The bathroom is regarded by many to be one of the most important rooms in the house, so it makes sense that if you are thinking of selling your home or looking to add value to your home that updating the bathroom is a great choice. The bathroom is a multi-functional room, an area to …
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In any type of house construction works, flooring is one of the defining features that add to the design and sustainability of a house. Hardwood flooring is one of the oldest and most traditional flooring ideas that is still prevailing and demanding. On the other hand, laminate flooring is rather a new concept having different …
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