Archives for August 2015

Broccoli Salad with Grapes and Walnuts Recipe

              Raw broccoli boasts many superfood benefits including cancer prevention, immune support and increased bone health. I made this recipe using grape vinegar I was lucky enough to receive from Vom Fass for testing purposes! I believe the grape vinegar made a huge difference in highlighting the subtle flavors […]

Want To Buy A Stylish Holiday Home Abroad? Give This Guide A Read First

If you are lucky enough to have some spare money and love sunning yourself abroad, you might be considering investing in property abroad.   If you have found a holiday destination that you love and have been back there lots of times before, buying a holiday home makes sense. Not only could you and your […]

Win The Cleaning Battle With These Helpful Ideas

When it comes to cleaning your home, it can feel like an endless battle. When you have a busy family life, it can be quite a challenge trying to fit all your cleaning in each day. If you are struggling to keep your home looking beautiful, then you are not alone. Our busy lives make […]

Awesome Ideas For Making Your Home Greener And More Valuable

Link   I’ve been working hard to create a greener home for my children during the last few months. I sat down with my partner and made a big list before we started. The ideas mentioned in this post come from that piece of paper we still have displayed on our fridge. Thankfully, most of […]

Want To Give Your Home A Sense Of Hotel Luxury? Read This

Everybody loves a holiday. While the main purpose is to see and experience new things, we can’t deny that a luxury hotel is one of our biggest enjoyments. But what if we could enjoy those amazing qualities in our everyday lives?   It might sound a daunting task, but turning your property into a luxury […]

An Easy Guide To Bathroom Storage For Parents

When you have kids, lots of storage is necessary, in every room, including the bathroom. The problem is that no matter how large a bathroom is there always tends to be a lack of storage space, am I right?   My bathroom is the same, even though it’s a nice sized space; there just isn’t […]

Tips and Tricks For Creating A Luxurious Garden

  Making good use of your outdoor space is a sensible idea during the summer months. That is especially the case if you want to hold family garden parties. However, some people are less than confident about inviting guests over. That is because their gardens still require a lot of work. To give you a […]

3 Essentials That You Might Not Consider When Buying A Home

Buying a new home is one of the most important steps that anybody can ever take. It’s an exciting time in your life, but the need to get your decision right can make the process rather daunting.   Your choice could impact your family’s lives forever, so it’s important that you consider all the important […]

My Guide to Your Home’s Floors

You may not think about it a lot, but your home’s floors are some of its most important features. You and your family walk over them every day, and they’re one of the things you can’t change on a whim. They have to withstand kids and pets, and they need to look fantastic for years. […]

Want Your Garden To Be The Envy Of Your Neighbours? Read This

Owning a garden is a blessing that anybody with one should appreciate. The outdoor area adds a new world of possibility to the home. Unfortunately, a lot of homeowners fail to utilise the space properly.   In most cases, the failure isn’t due to a want of trying. However, knowing how to turn your garden […]

What To Do When Your Kitchen Pipes Burst

Something pretty bad happened at home last week. While I was cooking dinner, I noticed a small puddle of water forming under my sink. Within less than ten minutes, the entire kitchen was flooded. I have to be honest and admit that I started to panic. After the tradesman arrived and sorted the issue, he […]

A Simple Guide To Fixing A Running Toilet!

We all know that a house takes lots of time and effort to keep neat and tidy. You have to always be alert to problems and fix them when they arise.   One of the most common forms of household problems are issues with the plumbing. Ah yes, plumbing problems occur in every home around […]

Tips To Feel Happier Around The Home

Source:   If you can’t feel happy at home, then where can you? Creating a positive environment for the family to grow is a top priority for every homeowner.   We often spend huge sums of money chasing those dreams. However, making your house feel like a home doesn’t have to involve huge building work […]

Why You Should Get A Dog This Year

At the current time, Labradors are the most popular dog for UK pet owners. I wanted to spend some time highlighting why you should get a new pooch this year. We are a nation of animal lovers, and that is why more than 50% of us will include one in our will. Those of you […]

How to React to Structural Damage to Your Home

It’s the kind of nightmare that no homeowner wants to have to deal with, but structural damage is a reality you should be aware of. Here’s what to do if your home suffers damage to its structure.   Identify the Precise Problem   There are many different signs that could suggest that there are structural […]

An Easy Guide To Choosing The Right Bed For Your Room

Whether you’ve just moved into a house, or you’re restyling your bedroom, you’re going to need a bed. The whole point of a bedroom is that it’s a place for you to sleep! It only takes a five-minute browse online to figure out there are lots of bed options available to you. Beds come in […]

Lennox Energy Savings Superstar Contest #EnergySavingsSuperstar

    Energy Savings Superstar Contest Overview: The Energy Savings Superstar Contest (ESSC) is an annual contest Lennox® executes. The basis of the contest is for anyone to submit: 1) An energy-saving tip they use in the summer in 200 words or less AND 2) A picture that illustrates this tip. Four finalists will be chosen […]

My Huge Guide to Ensuring Your Entire House is in Tip Top Condition

We all want to have that house on the street that everyone is in awe of. The one that the neighbours talk about, because they wish their home looked that good. The thing is, it doesn’t need to be difficult or cost a small fortune. To keep your property in tip-top condition can be a […]

How To Attract Buyers And Sell Your Home Quickly

Selling your home can be a complicated process. I should know. My family has moved no less than three times since the kids were born. We did that because we saw an opportunity to move up the housing ladder. The value of our homes increased, and so we sold to the first buyer who made […]

My Awesome Guide To Making Your Home Feel More Spacious

Source:   As our families grow in both size and number, our homes can start to feel a little cramped. Unfortunately, there’s no magic wand to add physical space – unless you’ve got money for an extension. However, you can at least make the property feel bigger with a few simple tricks.   When it […]