Archives for February 2017

Are you worried your home life isn’t as happy as it could be? Many people think an unhappy home means crying children and screaming parents. In truth, problems can be less obvious. What about the unhappiness that creeps up when you’re not looking? You may think everything’s fine, only to realize you and your husband […]

pexels   Teaching kids about the environment they live in is one of the most responsible things you can do as a parent. It’s not just about saving the planet, either. Greener lifestyles will also help your children save money, be respectful – and less wasteful – as they get older.   We’re all responsible […]

For many people, a manicured garden in the style of Louis XIV is their idea of perfection. But perfectly trimmed hedges and ornate water features don’t exactly lend themselves to relaxation, something that we’re a little short on in the modern world.   Sometimes we need somewhere to escape the hustle and bustle of the […]

There are many things in the home that can cause you or a loved one some nasty health issues. Most of them can be mitigated, but even so, it pays to pay attention to these facts to ensure everyone has the best chance of a healthy and happy life. There are all kinds of tips […]

The warm summer sun is on the horizon, so it’s time to start preparing to make your home summer-friendly. And why not go the whole hog in getting ready for it this year? If you’ve managed to make it through the wintery weather without any boiler mishaps, then maybe you should spend all the money […]

Ever woken up feeling like you slept on a bed of rusty nails instead of snug in your soft, warm bed? A bad back doesn’t just cause shooting pains, it interrupts your sleep and can interfere with your concentration at work. While many of us try to keep flare ups under control by reaching for […]

Image Source   Newbie dog owners don’t always appreciate the necessity of training their dog. They have a vague conception of this, but it often comes as a bit of shock when they realize that dogs need a lot of instruction and routine. That said, it is by no means an impossible task. In fact, […]

Think back to what you were doing on New Year’s Day. Then have a look at the date and think about how fast that time has gone. Now think about how long we’ve got left until summer is here and compare it to how fast the time has gone that you were just thinking about. […]

Buying a home for the first time can be an incredibly daunting experience. It’s one of those things in life that you don’t know anything about until you do it – and, naturally, there are plenty of problems that can arise.   With this in mind, it can be hard for first-time buyers to know […]

When we have an issue in our homes, it is tempting to simply get out the phone book, flick to the page listing the professionals of the trade, and get them out to solve the problem. This is the easy fix, but like most things that are quick and easy, it’s also expensive. Instead, why […]

  Picture Source   With Spring now just around the corner, homeowners and property developers alike are likely looking forward to waving Winter goodbye and seeing the tides turning in their favour. With the warm, bright seasons ahead of us, the time for sprucing up your property on the outside to really make your mark […]