Good lighting is an important part of any well-landscaped exterior, patio, swimming poolside, or other outdoor space. If planned carefully, properly lit outdoors can add to the ambiance and mood of any party or get-together in a community or commercial premises. Also, it can go a long way in highlighting the most impressive aspects of the back garden, lawn, yard or other open areas in residences. Given the wow factor that outdoor lighting imparts, you cannot help but include it to illuminate the architectural features of your personal space.   Tips for Lighting your Outdoors Effectively Home décor is not restricted to interiors alone. Your outdoor areas are equally important…

When doing up a home, flooring choices can be overwhelming. Are you a fan of carpets or do you feel they attract too much dirt? Perhaps laminate or vinyl appeals as they are easier to keep clean but then again they do not give you a superb finish necessarily. Have you considered the benefits of engineered wood flooring? Benefits of engineered wood flooring Once upon a time, engineered wood flooring could look a little cheap and cheerful. That is no longer the case with good quality floors looking as good as real wood. Often you would face a real challenge working out which was real and which was engineered. You…

If you are lucky enough to have a roof garden at your home it is imperative that you have this area decked out in style. After all, a roof garden can emulate relaxation and serenity yet lavishness and even glamour. Thus, why wouldn’t you want these fantastic attributes reflected in your decor and design? Here are the best rooftop design ideas!   https://www.pexels.com/photo/closeup-photo-of-concrete-pavement-1005768/ Rooftop design ideas The top tip given with regards to rooftop landscaping has to be that you should never overdo it. People always try too hard to incorporate as many styles as possible and the end result is one of clutter. Remember to keep your colour palette…

If you are looking around your home and thinking that it might be a good time to upgrade or update some rooms or features, the next step will be your mind wandering to the cost of these projects. Home renovations can be expensive but if they are necessary or will add a great deal of value to your home, it can be worth the expense and the effort to undertake some repairs and revamps. How to finance a home renovation is the challenge. In many cases, the cost of home renovations can exceed several thousand dollars. In these situations, it can be difficult to finance such projects solely from cash…

Your garden can be a special part of your home. From giving you somewhere to relax and enjoy the outdoors to having a relaxing hobby while taking care of it, your garden can bring you a lot of joy and happiness. But how do you take your garden from ordinary to extraordinary? Perk your garden up for the summer with these ideas on giving your garden the wow factor. Image Credit: Unsplash under Creative Commons Build a pergola as a way of giving your garden the wow factor A pergola is this year’s must-have garden accessory. The perfect piece to add interest to your garden, it can help to make…

Home improvement company, CSM North East share their tips on choosing how to choose a front door for your home. If you’re thinking about getting a new front door, you should know that things may get a little complicated. Front doors are essential parts of any home, as they are meant to offer security, as well as energy efficiency. As such, you can’t go with the first type of door you find on the market. But how to choose a front door? If you don’t know what to take into consideration, here’s a guide that will help you. Think About a Material The material is relevant when choosing a new…

Every year we see a couple dozen additions to our collection of tech and gadgets, while the old ones gather dust and are left alone in boxes, bins and storage rooms.  The solution? Do a spring cleaning especially for electronics, aka decluttering your house of tech and gadgets. It keeps your home neat, tidy and you get to earn a few quid along the way. The Gathering Process Do you have about an hour to tidy up your home of old things you won’t use? Collect you and your family member’s electronics in boxes, the shed and the garage. Gather them up and split them to the ones you still…

There’s nothing quite like the timeless elegance of timber, and this natural material comes in many different forms, and with some careful selection, you can blend a wide range of shades and textures into a setting. There used to be a time when all the wooden items would have a similar colour and pattern, but thankfully, we have moved on, and mixing shades of brown, textures and grains is now considered trendy.  Here are tips on how to mix different wood shades in your home. Image Source: Unsplash Walnut & Cherry Both of these timbers are widely used in vintage and antique furniture, and there is a wide spectrum of…

A lush green and beautiful lawn is a homeowner’s pride so you do need to know how to protect your lawn.  It is an outdoor space that you would love to spend time in and flaunt to your friends and neighbors as well. However, a great deal of effort and time needs to be invested in maintaining your lawn. While a proper feeding and irrigation routine is essential, you need to make sure that you keep it clear of weeds and pests as well. Soil care and plant maintenance are equally crucial to keep the lawn in good health. Routine care can make all the difference but you need to…