Homes & Gardens

What to Consider Before Adding Colour to Your Home

Choosing a new colour for your home is much more than just picking something that looks good in isolation. You need a tone that reflects your style and complements the architecture. Before you start splashing paint on the walls, there are a few factors to think about that can help you make an...

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Quick and Easy Tips for Removing Common Food Stains

We’ve all been there. You’ve enjoyed a delicious home cooked meal and then later found most of it either on you clothes, or the tablecloth (or carpet!) afterwards.

Spills and stains are part of everyday life, but knowing how to quickly and easily deal with them without fuss is a boon. Here are a selection of common food and drink stains and how to easily remove them without...

Taylor Wimpey proud to start a positive cycle in Sherford

Taylor Wimpey Exeter is encouraging buyers to start a positive cycle this year, by teaming up with Plymouth business The Bike Cellar to offer a 15% discount on new bikes to those who make a reservation at the Sherford development.

Customers who reserve a property before the end of 2020 will receive a voucher for 15% off a new bicycle at The Bike Cellar in their reservation pack*....

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How to prepare your garden for the warmer months

During the warmer months of the year, there is nothing better than spending time in the garden and enjoying your own private piece of nature. You will want to be able to enjoy this space from the start of spring which means that now is a good time to start working on your garden for the warmer seasons. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Spring Clean

A spring clean is...

Plymouth family have an easy move with Taylor Wimpey

A Plymouth couple loved their Taylor Wimpey apartment so much that they decided to upsize their living space and move to a bigger Taylor Wimpey home to make room for their growing family.

Jodie Smith, 30, and her fiance Rob Keymer, 34, initially bought a two-bedroom apartment at the Cherry Tree Gardens development in Plymouth. They used the Government-backed Help to Buy scheme,...

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Getting to know the benefits of assisted living

Assisted living options provide care, comfort, and an emphasis on supporting the independence of the retired. For an idea of the privileges you can expect in assisted living for you or a family member, below we’ve listed some of the main benefits.

Socialising and Entertainment

It's expected that during retirement and the senior years, the elderly's younger family members are most...

How to give your property a more traditional look

Some people revel in a stylish modern home, while others prefer traditional features and character. You can, of course, let your personality and preferences shine through with the furniture and accessory choices you make, but there are bigger changes you can implement into your property to get a more substantial traditional look.

Use Recycled Items

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Do you require planning permission to build temporary structures?

Before putting up a building, you should seek the local authority’s approval of your suggested building project. This is what referred to as planning permission. The reason the local authorities have to give consent to those who want to put up structures is to ensure that no unsuitable developments are done. You typically need to apply for permission if you want to put up a new building or...

How to maximise space in your home

If your home is feeling a little cramped, you might think that the solution is to move to a bigger property; but don’t be too hasty. For most homeowners, the solution to creating more space in your home doesn’t have to include moving to a new house, but instead, being more creative with the space you do have. With some simple tinkering and ingenuity, you may be surprised when you discover the...

What to look for in a holiday home

If you’ve dreamt of having your own holiday home in the sun to escape to, then you might be tempted to make the leap this year and invest in a special place to call your own. There are some amazing advantages to having your own holiday home, but it’s worth taking the time to choose one carefully.

Read on for some useful things to look out for, before purchasing a holiday property....

Why a good mattress is crucial for your sleep

There are many mattresses available in the UK which is great for us to choose from but at the same time, we are bamboozled by which mattress would actually suit us best. Back pain and stress are common causes due to a badly chosen mattress. A good mattress is proven to make a positive difference however if you have the wrong mattress for your body type or even the right mattress which has...

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