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Moving Home And The Best Way To Avoid Chaos

December 22, 2020

It is well known that moving home is one of the most traumatic events in a person's life, and you may hear people say "never again" after the event. There are many studies to back this up. So when it comes to moving home do we go with the flow and hope for the best? Or do we take the bull by the horns and make sure that we are in control of every little detail? It does depend on the person and circumstances, but here are some ideas on how you can move home, and hopefully, avoid the chaos that can sometimes occur. Prepare Everything In Advance There are many things you can do in advance when it comes to moving home. The obvious ones are packing and dealing with service providers, but there are also some tasks that you might not …

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What To Look For In A Plumber

December 21, 2020

All homeowners will need a good plumber at one point or another be it to hide some radiator pipes, conceal some boiler pipework or to fix a small leak. Good plumbing is vital to the health of your home, so when you do find yourself in need of a plumber you should always choose the very best. Here are a few things to look out for in a plumber to ensure you find the very best fit for your needs and peace of mind. Keep A Budget In Mind Do your research and ensure that you have a solid idea of what different kinds of work will cost. This will be invaluable in making sure you get the best deal. While you should never sacrifice quality for lower costs it can be helpful to know what a fair amount for the work is you need …

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How to Become Interior Stylist?

December 14, 2020

The very first connection that most people make to an interior stylist is that of pretty fabrics, furniture rearrangement, or material shopping. If only being an interior stylist was as easy and straightforward! What if the big picture also involves cabinet spacing, steering a client away from investing in a budget-blowing item, working on the seasonal installation for a commercial storefront, and developing a solid presentation for an architectural review board? For those who are all set for it but wondering, "How to get to this point?" here are a few essential steps to follow. Step#1 Pursuing an interior styling course An interior stylist must possess several technical, creative, and transferable skills. Though creativity, …

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Do I Need A Removals Company?: The Pros and Cons of Moving Decorative Furniture Pieces By Yourself

October 16, 2020

Are you moving with decorative furniture items in tow? If so, then you’re probably wondering if you can get away with moving such items yourself. I mean, it’s no surprise, given the fact that moving is an extremely costly endeavour. However, there are some disadvantages to moving such items without the help of a professional moving company. That is why to help you decide if you should take the DIY route in transporting some of your luxury and decorative furniture pieces, we’ve come up with a list that weighs its pros and cons. What Classifies As Decorative Furniture? Before we go on to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of moving decorative furniture, it is best to establish a clear distinction as to what is classified as …

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Retro Mini Fridges Cool or What?

May 12, 2020

It goes without saying that most of us love to fill our homes with 'nice things'. We spend a great deal of time searching for furniture, fixtures, and fittings that will enhance our beloved dwelling places, to create a relaxing, comfortable space that reflects us, our personalities, our quirkiness, and our characters. And if there are two themes that recur time and again in the world of fashion and interior design, they are a desire for items that display features and designs from a bygone era, as well as miniature versions of familiar, everyday fixtures. Nostalgia is a strange thing, often invoking feelings of times that we may not have actually experienced ourselves, without any of the negative associations or attachments. Likewise, …

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Designing Your Own Home: The Planning Phase Of Building A House

March 13, 2020

Building your dream home is a momentous milestone in your life. It is then quite important to ensure that you’re equipped with the right tools and information before embarking on this venture. To ensure the success of your building project, you have to dedicate significant time and effort to the planning stage of your build. The planning phase acts as the foundation of your project. It will determine the flow of the construction and prevent costly issues from arising. This is the phase of construction wherein you identify all the requirements, tasks, resources, manpower and activities needed to build your home to completion. Without a strong plan, the chances of going over your budget and exceeding your timeline will …

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Velvet Fabric – The Most Luxurious Upholstery Fabric

March 13, 2020

Velvet - what's it known for? Velvet has built itself a name in as far as the depiction of silk is concerned. It is simply hard to ignore the allure created by this upholstery fabric when you come across it in any living space. Velvet was originally created from silk and has maintained its popularity as a luxury item amongst homeowners. All the properties of this fabric lead to it having a brilliant luster, which is the main thing that it is known for. Velvet Upholstery Fabric - what's it made of? This is a question that has been asked by many who have beheld the beauty of luxurious furniture made of velvet. As already introduced, velvet was originally created from silk. The advancement and evolution of the textile industry …

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5 Eye-Catching and Easy to Apply Teen Room Decor Ideas

February 5, 2020

When you are a teen, self-expression matters a lot. Everything from the way you look to the design of your room should be a reflection of your personality. Decorating a room is probably one of the most exciting activities for teens. However, how to dress up your private space to make it stylish and eye-catching, but, at the same time, ensure that your ideas would be easy to implement? Luckily, there are plenty of design solutions you can easily apply yourself and, in this article, we are going to give you a few hints on what options to consider. Top 5 Teen Room Décor Ideas If you are craving for some change and want to turn your room into an inspiring, stylish, and eye-catching place that reflects your personality, these simple …

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What You Need to Know About Quonset Homes

February 5, 2020

Architects and custom home designers are becoming more and more creative in home designs as the demand for authentic, unique homes & tiny homes is increasing. People, especially millennial's, are wanting homes that are more state of the art rather than traditional. An expert from Goldleaf Designs, a custom home builder in NJ said, “The younger generation is gravitating towards more distinctive homes compared to past generation; this is most likely because of their increased online presence. The younger generation is getting more creative with home design because they have the ability to see the most current [home design] trends on various social media platforms.” One of the up and coming architectural design trends is the Quonset …

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Creative Ways To Conceal A Combi Boiler & Pipework

January 24, 2020

Boilers, when left exposed, are unsightly and can ruin the overall look and feel of a room. On top of this, exposed combi boilers can knock a significant amount of money off the value of your home. There are plenty of ways to hide your boiler and box in pipes, whether your household has a small or large budget available. Here are some creative yet easy ways to conceal your boiler and all the pipework that comes with it… Kitchen cupboards Most modern kitchens now incorporate boiler storage into their designs, using built-in cupboards to make your combi boiler blend in with the rest of your room, while also keeping it highly accessible. If you have been considering a new kitchen, making sure your supplier takes your boiler into …

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