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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Movemaker opens doors for buyers in Plymouth

Buyers seeking a quick move up the property ladder need look no further than Redwood Heights in Plymouth for the perfect solution.

The Barratt Homes development is offering visitors the opportunity to secure one of its homes without the hassle of trying to sell their existing properties – thanks to a special scheme designed to make the process stress-free.

“Discovering the...

The complete flat-hunting checklist to help you find your next dream home

Flat hunting can be a nightmare. You are stressed, under a time limit, and very likely to make the wrong mistake when selecting a flat. It is only after a few weeks of living there that all its issues become apparent. That is why you need to reel your emotions in and create a firm checklist . Some things are optional, like a balcony. Others, like insulation, proper heating, and good water...

Washing machine not doing as good of a job as it used to? Simple tips you can use

Have you been noticing that your clothes aren’t coming out of your washing machine looking and smelling as fresh as they once were? Have you tried switching up your laundry soap and you’re still far from impressed with the results? Before you jump to the conclusion that it’s time to invest in a whole new washing machine, which can cost a fair amount of money, there are a few tips that you...

How to overhaul your apartment from top to bottom

If you walk into your flat and immediately feel as if your rooms are cluttered and haphazard, but not in a trendy way, you may be itching to give it an overhaul. Or, perhaps you have recently moved into a new abode and want to re-design every room from scratch. Interior design can help to create a place that feels as if it uniquely belongs to you, not to mention bringing out your best creative...

Renovations and Decorations to Make on a Fixer-Upper House

While you might have wanted to purchase a perfect new house or one with only one or two issues to resolve, to secure a larger home and not have to move two years down the line, a fixer-upper made sense to you. That’s fine.

Of course, you’re now aware that it’ll be a work in progress possibly for months or even years to get the place up to a good standard. Hopefully, some parts of the...

How to go green, save money and add value to your home

Trying to add some value to your home can be difficult, especially if the big things like a new kitchen or modern bathroom have already been done. People are also struggling to keep control of energy bills, all while being more environmentally conscious than ever before. Here are a few ideas that more and more people are turning to, so they can add value to their home, save money on their...

How to Update Your Bathroom in 9 Easy Steps

Whether you have lived somewhere for some time, or you have just moved into a new home, updating the décor in the rooms of your house is a great way to give your home a boost.

However, when it comes to redecorating, the bathroom is often the most neglected room in the house, but you should be sure to give it as much attention as you would any other room.

By sprucing up the...

Is Now the Right Time to Invest in Property in Plymouth?

Amidst so much uncertainty with what ‘Brexit’ entails and what will happen when we do leave the EU (if, indeed, we do), you may be concerned about your next property move. Is investing in the Plymouth area the right thing to do at this time? And what could you expect post-Brexit?

We find out below.

The Current State of Plymouth’s Property Market

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5 Ways to Turn Your Garage into a New Space for Your Home

If you picture it now it is probably a mess of old bicycles and boxes, covered in dust and cobwebs. It is practically dead space! Turning your garage, whether it is attached to your home or not, into a new habitable space is becoming a cheap and effective way to add value and space to a property. Why turn down additional living space when you can move your storage elsewhere? With a garage for...

The Pros and Cons of Baths vs Showers

Modern bathrooms are often rather small, which means you may have to make a difficult decision when redesigning yours. If there is not enough room for a bath and a separate shower, then which one should you go for? In this article, we are going to explore the pros and cons of baths vs. showers. That way, you can make the right decision.

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