“Ahead of winter, when we naturally use wood burners more,” says Phil Wood, Contura Country Manager for the UK & Ireland, “It’s a good idea to give your stove a …
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The history of heating a home
How we live has, of course, significantly changed from ancient times. From how we cook and shop, to how we socialise and work; nothing stands still as technology and human …
WHY THE ‘STAY-AT-HOME VACATION’ IS THE BREAK YOU AND YOUR HOME NEED THIS SUMMER
It’s no secret that summer can leave us feeling frazzled and our homes neglected as we spend time and energy keeping the kids entertained and enjoying fun-packed holidays abroad. However, …
Ways that depression can be combatted by gardening
It’s important to never think that you’re the only one that goes through feelings of depression or being under pressure. In fact, moments of anxiety or depression are felt by …
Raising the bar – how to create beautiful garden borders
Rex Nye from independent builders’ merchant D.W. Nye offers his top tips for creating beautiful borders and eye-catching edging in your garden. Whether you’re looking to give your garden a …
Essential Summer Maintenance for Your Home
Summer is the time of year when you can kick back and relax in the garden and enjoy the sunshine – or so you have always been led to believe. …
Five Ways To Use Trellis Panels In Your Garden
Summer is here and we’re all starting to use our gardens a little bit more each day. When you aren’t an experienced gardener, creating your perfect garden can seem a …
Post-Winter Home Plumbing Survival: What to Look Out For
Lee Devlin, a plumber in London and founder of Homecure Plumbing, offers his advice on making sure your home plumbing has survived the winter months intact. After one of the …
Meet The Magical Hydrangea
With Spring just around the corner, Magical Hydrangeas are making homes beautiful all over the UK once more, thanks to their stunning natural beauty and super long lifespan. Hills Plants, …
Gardman Garden Patio Set Cover
Extend the life of your patio set with this high quality cover. The cover is made from heavy duty woven polyester featuring ventilation flaps, double stitched seams, solid brass eyelets, …