If you have less cash and more time and effort to give, a fixer-upper could be ideal first home buy. Getting on the housing ladder is no easy feat today. Expensive andRead More…
Storage is always an issue for people, which is why we’ve created this article full of quick and easy storage ideas for the home. Storage is an issue for everyoneRead More…
If you have incomplete DIY projects throughout the home, or you’re looking at starting a brand new DIY project, these useful home improvement ideas could be just what you need to finishRead More…
Does your new home need a makeover but you have no budget left after moving house with all the associated costs and solicitor’s fees? Never fear there are hundreds of cheap and easy ways to quickly improve you home without breaking the bank.
Here are 25 of our favourites but if you have other ideas why not send them to us and we will add them to the list.
Imagine your ideal home. What do you want it to look like? Do you prefer having a minimal design than a lavishly decorated home? Or perhaps, you want your home to be a reflection of your personality? Regardless of your preferences, there is no secret when designing your home and doing some DIY home decorating projects will help make it your own.
Beautifully detailed oriental carpets can add a touch of sophistication to any home. A good oriental carpet can be expensive, but they are high quality and if they receive the proper care,Read More…
Are you a DIY nut? Do you often find yourself planning your next DIY project in your new home as soon as you’ve completed the last one? Then check out these DIYRead More…
Whether you have recently moved house or plan on improving your current home, installing porcelain tiles offers you a world of options in terms of colour, finish and style. Whether you choose high gloss surfaces, vibrant mattes or a natural stone effect, when you are remodelling all or some of your house, it is a difficult task choosing the right products, but also preparing and installing the products too.
Whether you are putting all your creative talents to use or aiming for simple, practical porcelain tiles, you will need to consider how you’re going to get your tiles to look like they have been installed by a professional.
With property prices continuing to spiral ever-upwards, it’s just not always possible to move to a bigger new home to accommodate a growing family and even the option of a two-storey extensionRead More…
All home owners in the UK felt the effects of the recession with the result that many of us are choosing to improve our existing properties rather than go through the expenseRead More…
When installing tiles the equipment and tiling products that you use are just as important as the tiles themselves. There is a wide range of tile adhesives and grout and selecting groutRead More…
Without a doubt natural stone is the most beautifully unique flooring anyone could wish for in their home but it is not without its disadvantages. Find out more about how to careRead More…
Laying floor tiles is a job for a professional tiler or a very competent DIY enthusiast because it usually requires special tools and a certain amount of skill to get it lookingRead More…
Natural stone floor tiles, by their very nature, are each formed from unique pieces of natural rock. It is important, therefore, to be fully aware of their characteristics when choosing such tilesRead More…
If you have prepared the surfaces of your bathroom and accurately marked layout guidelines to ensure your tiles are straight and level then you are ready to begin fixing the tiles toRead More…
If you are competent at DIY then there is no reason why you can’t tile your own bathroom. It is essential for a professional finish that you have prepared the surfaces thoroughlyRead More…
Many competent DIYers are capable of tiling the walls of a bathroom or kitchen to a good standard. But if you want your tiling to be perfect and to achieve a professionalRead More…
Tiling your own walls or floor is certainly an option especially if you are good at DIY. Of course some aspects are harder than others and you should try to make itRead More…
If you want to achieve a professional look to your DIY wall tiling then one of the most important aspects is to get clean, straight cuts on your tiles. Sometimes easier saidRead More…