Image Credit Your front door can be more than an entry point when you put a lot of thought into it. All it takes is the right design choice and enhancements to create that first impression you want lingering in the minds of your visitors. A standout feature like a bold colour can infuse character into your entire property and increase its value. Grey-coloured front doors have been popular over the past five years, so this shade could work for your entryway. Here are some tips to make a bold statement. Bold colour choices Every colour has an associated mood and meaning, so it helps to learn abo ..read more

Confidence is the secret ingredient that can transform your style from mundane to exceptional. Whether you’ve experienced a shift in your lifestyle, body changes, or simply feel stuck in a fashion rut, regaining confidence in your style is a transformative journey. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore expert strategies and insights to help you rediscover your confidence and redefine your personal style. Image by Marcela from Pixabay Understanding Your Body And Silhouette Confidence in style begins with embracing and understanding your unique body shape and silhouette. Focu ..read more

When it comes to our household bills, there are a couple that seem to be spiralling out of control. Interest rates have gone up, causing mortgage payments to be increased. Food has increased in price and so has our energy. But while we can’t control the interest rates, and with food, we all know there are ways to make extra savings, energy bills can be reduced with some changes. Here are some of the ways to keep your energy costs down.  Image source – pixabay – cco license Have you thought of solar energy? Many people are considering the switch from the main energy source to solar power ..read more

If you like to travel upwards of three times a year, it’s worth it to think about buying a holiday home. Why? Because it’ll make travelling to your favourite destination a lot easier! And maybe you’ve tried a home swap before and loved it? Rooming in a private place will always make a trip a lot more fun, and if you head out there often enough, the property won’t be a significant drain on your resources either. So, if you like to travel, here are a couple other reasons why owning a holiday home could be the next best step for you.  Pexels Image – CC0 Licence You’ll Always Have Somewhere t ..read more

Image credit Adding natural elements to your home and jumping on the biophilia trend can not only make it more sustainable but also increase your happiness and enjoyment in your house. But far from just being an aesthetically pleasing home, natural elements can offer you many health benefits, too, as well as being better for the environment. If you’re looking for inspiration on bringing nature indoors, read on for some tips. Reclaimed Wood Wooden elements in your home can add character, charm, and sustainability to your house. Wood in any iteration can be an exceptional design element, even if ..read more

Every home will experience unexpected emergencies that require immediate action. From sudden water leaks and electrical faults, to fire breakouts and fire alarms, these situations can quickly become life-threatening if left unaddressed. Therefore, it’s essential that homeowners understand common home emergencies as soon as they arise and how best to respond in these instances. Photo by Amritanshu Sikdar on Unsplash Blocked Drains Blocked drains can create serious problems in homes, from foul odours to serious water damage. Blockages often result from the build-up of hair, food waste or fatty s ..read more

There Are plenty of ways that you can add value to your house and if you aren’t looking at upgrading your home and adding value, you’re not going to be able to sell it for more later on. You can add a lot of value to your home in plenty of different ways but you have to think about what is going to add the best value to your house. With the right planning, however, you should think about getting your home upgraded as soon as possible.  Wherever your home is, you’re going to need to make upgrades if you plan to sell it. Selling your home is a big process and if you don’t get it sold for th ..read more

Britain offers it all for those who want to find it, charming villages, bustling cities, towering mountains, and gorgeous acres upon acres of woodland, fields, gardens, beaches, and more. But for those who want to see the truly ancient, you need to start looking a little closer. Here, we’re going to look at some of the places where you can see some of Britain at its very oldest. Pic – Pixabay License Midhowe Broch Did you know that we have a fort that has been standing since the Iron Ages? The Brochs of Scotland are primarily dotted throughout the north, primarily, but few are as complete as t ..read more

Image credit As every parent knows, it’s important to have a hobby, something that helps you unwind after a long day, something to relax, and maybe even something to challenge you physically or mentally. You know it’s very important for you, and of course, it’s important for your child, too, so they can go down the path of self discovery. But with that said, however, it’s also important to have some quality time with your kid, something that you both can enjoy.  Sure, taking with them you while you run errands like grocery shopping can sometimes be nice, and even things like eating dinner ..read more

It’s easy for even the youngest of children to sit down rather than be active these days. With children from as young as two years old having their own devices to play with, the art of boredom has been well and truly lost. Children have exactly what they want at their fingertips, all day- every day. So, it’s understandable that many parents have to encourage their children to get up and be active. Fortunately, children were made for running around and having fun so once you’ve got them up and out, the rest should follow quickly. Here’s how to help your child find the fun in being active. Lead ..read more