Homes & Gardens

Finding the Perfect Doors for Your Home

We obsess over wall colors, floor finishes, and light fixtures, yet frequently ignore a dominant architectural feature present in every single room. This element dictates flow, influences acoustics, and contributes massively to your home's character. It’s the humble, often overlooked door....

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Effective Minimalist Design Strategies For Your Home

Minimalist designs are highly appealing. They’re pleasing to the eye and can make life simpler for those that enjoy them.

That said, for all their perks, minimalist designs also have their share of challenges. One must show restraint when decorating their home. If you’re working with smaller spaces, striving for minimalism can also be more difficult, as every addition can threaten to...

Getting on the property ladder as a first-time buyer

Buying your first property is an exciting milestone to reach. The freedom and relief you will experience as you get the keys to your first home will make everything feel worth it. But, how do you actually get there?

Pay off debts

First things first, it’s good to clear any outstanding debts so you can focus on putting money towards your first home. Collate together a list of...

The simplest ways to make a small space feel cosy and inviting

Devon is currently experiencing icy weather as a blanket of snow settled across the Southwest this week.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning with the cold snap expected to last for a few more days.

Near freezing temperatures means winter is well and truly here with homeowners making the most out of their indoor spaces as a cosy escape from the dark nights....

How to Build Your Own Gym at Home

Having your own gym at home would be a dream if you're a health and fitness enthusiast. You can pop in whenever you need a good workout without worrying about the commute or jostling with other people to use certain equipment. You can also cut distractions and focus on getting the work in. On top of that, you can blast your own music.

In addition, a quick search on the internet shows...

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...

Bellway is offering house-hunters in Willand up to £12,000 towards their mortgage payments at Fox Mill Gardens

Homebuyers in Willand can save up to £12,000 in mortgage payments with Bellway

Bellway South West is offering house-hunters in Willand up to £12,000 towards their mortgage payments to help reduce their cost of living.

The developer is offering to pay £1,000 a month towards mortgage payments for up to 12 months for buyers of designated plots at its newly-launched Fox Mill Gardens development off Meadow Park in the village.

Bellway has launched the offer,...

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Ultimate New Year present for former military veteran

A former military veteran says he has been given the perfect New Year’s gift after being handed the keys to the house he helped to build.

Adrian Colwill, 47, a former Royal Artillery soldier from the age of 16, experienced some mental health challenges when he left the forces.

Despite carrying out a number of roles on civvy street, including managing a hotel, Adrian was left...

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How to Keep Your Home Clean During the Busy Christmas Period

Whether you are cooking Christmas dinner or wrapping gifts, the holiday season does not leave much time for chores. But a clean home is very important during the winter months.

There are lots of seasonal threats to your property’s cleanliness, including mould and pests. Fail to prevent and treat them, and you could be putting your visitors’ health at risk.

ICE Cleaning is a...

Houseplant parents: Move pots towards bright windows in winter

Looking after your houseplant during the height of winter isn't the easiest - freezing temperatures are the norm and sunlight has become a luxury. Houseplant parents are being advised to move their plants towards brighter windows, and away from areas including above a radiator, or near a fire.

With sales of houseplants in the UK growing 50% last year* compared to pre-pandemic in 2019...

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