When it comes to selling a property, first impressions count for a lot. According to the findings of a recent survey, it takes just eight minutes for a potential buyer to decide whether or not they want to buy your home. The same poll found that 15% of buyers would be put off even viewing…
Many people keep dogs as pets and the reason for this is because the saying that dog is a man best friend is actually true. Owning a dog as a pet is the most satisfying feeling that one can have as a dog offers companion. Here are the facts that many people who own dogs…
Moving from one state to another is not one of the most convenient activities for families and with all the stress associated with it, there are still several things to be considered including storage, insurance, packing and unboxing, travel time and security. People move for very many different reasons like a vacation, the cost of…
The arrival of the winter season is always one that inspires design changes, considering that the festive season is one in which many families gather together, often staying the night or longer at a family member’s home. Warmth, light, and festive colours are a few ways to add a homey feeling to even a modernly designed room, while…
After our stay in Bologna, we headed over to Venice and I was so excited about it – I think since I was a child it was my dream to visit this magnificent city. What can I say – I was not disappointed at all! Venice is incredible, in fact, you feel even overwhelmed by…
Winter is the time when the leaves have fallen off the trees, and the natural landscape goes into hibernation in preparation for the coming spring. It can be a beautiful time of the year but trying to maintain your yard and keep it at the level it was during summer and fall is almost impossible….
By Molli McGee When it comes to living in a smaller space, the designs you choose to play a role in how spacious it feels. Often times, the best designs are purposeful ones and provide some sort of function. While these functional ideas are useful for any small space, putting them into practice is particularly…
If your home currently has a swimming pool or you’re thinking about getting one installed, they make a great addition to any home. Every pool owner knows the basics of proper maintenance and care – for example, you’ll want to make sure the chlorine is balanced as well as any other important chemicals. If it’s…
Trees are beautiful and majestic. Not only do they provide you with shelter from the scorching heat and fresh air, but they are also one of nature’s magnificent creations. However, at times trees can get diseased, damaged or their roots can dangerously invade into your sewage system and cause damage to your property. When your…
Fitting out your commercial premises or industrial space can be a complex undertaking. Take flooring for instance. From simple office carpeting to high-grade commercial epoxy resin flooring for factory floors, there’s a huge range of choice for all sorts of requirements. When choosing commercial flooring, it’s important to understand the different types of flooring available,…
Is there anything more synonymous with traditional Spanish architecture than terracotta? Used to create everything from unique, undulating roofs to warm, welcoming steps, this historic building material seems to encapsulate the Spanish culture itself. The trouble is, modern production methods have meant that conventional terracotta design features have lost much of their charm and distinctiveness….
Truth be told, the kitchen is the most important part of any home. When was the last time you gave your kitchen a face-lift? Do you feel your cooking time gets a little bit dull? Cobwebs, old kitchen items, non-functioning appliances, and charred kitchen walls? Then it is time to remodel your kitchen and give…