Home & Garden

12 December 2013

A quick guide to winter plants

Winter is often seen as a dull season when there is not much to look at.  Conversely, winter is a time to see those plants that chose to shine at ...
4 December 2013

Winter-proof your home

With weather forecasters predicting that temperatures are set to plummet this winter and snow and biting gale force winds likely for most of the country, many homeowners will be left ...
28 November 2013

Top tips on preparing your home for Christmas

Christmas will be here before you know and to ensure that your home is prepped and ready for the festive season we have some tips to help you on your ...
22 November 2013

How to make your home seductive this winter

Who wants to brave the cold weather during winter when you can have a cosy night at home with a loved one, or even a new date?  Here we have some ...
18 November 2013

Winter gardening tips from Charlie Dimmock

Just because the cold weather has descended it doesn't mean we should be forgetting to look after our gardens, in fact it's essential to keep them ticking over in the ...
13 November 2013

Christmas cleaning crisis facing Brits

As the countdown to Christmas begins,  families throughout the UK are feeling the extra pressure to give the impression of domestic bliss, despite hectic festive schedules, as 8 out of 10 Brits ...
6 November 2013

The bedroom of the future?

Technology is a part of our everyday life, but have you ever thought how it will change how we sleep?  A new study released by The Sleep Council found that there ...
24 October 2013

Exclusive interview with Kelly Hoppen

Where do you get your inspiration from when designing pieces and how did you inspire the young designers for the Kleenex boxes? I get inspiration for my designs wherever I go. ...
22 October 2013

Brits avoid inviting people into their house because of embarrassment

More than two thirds of Brits are ashamed of their home and as a result 47 per cent have avoided inviting friends or family over, a new study reveals. The average ...
27 September 2013

Technology tops the list of home comforts

Technology tops the list of home comforts in a new survey, and whilst the TV remains the number one priority, wi-fi and the ipad has also joined it.  A survey of ...
25 September 2013

Brits prefer tidy home to holiday and sex

A clean home si the be-all and end-all to some people, even more important than a holiday or sex.  Over a third of Brits would prefer to have a  tidy home ...
23 September 2013

Giles Deacon launches stylish sofa

Giles Deacon has flaunted his design skills once more, this time using them to create a stylish piece for the home.  The beautiful piece, named Lipgloss, boasts a monochrome colour scheme ...
19 September 2013

Brits name Duchess Catherine's home the one they would like to snoop through

New Royal Mum, Duchess Catherine may have to keep her doors locked as Brits have voted hers the home they would most like to snoop around.  Nosey Brits say that her ...
30 August 2013

What to ask an estate agent before buying a home

Ensure you have all the answers to any burgening questions about the home you're buying with these expert tips.  Buying a home is a big commitment, so it's important you're aware ...
21 August 2013

Half of all electric shocks caused by dodgy DIY

A study by Electrical Safety Council (ESC) has found that DIYers from across the UK are risking their lives and facing costly repairs by 'having a go' at tasks best ...
16 August 2013

The death of family heirloom

DeliveryQuoteCompare.com have revealed that 52% of Brits treasure the TV over any other possession when moving house. The study suggests that the family heirloom is no longer considered in high regard ...
13 August 2013

Designing successful small gardens: Lighting, the basic do’s and don’ts

Lighting is increasingly something that as a garden designer I am being asked to factor into my schemes, especially in town gardens. LED lights are both long lived and cost effective ...
8 August 2013

Colour ideas for the baby nursery

With Kensington Palace welcoming its new prince, the smell of fresh paint won’t be too far away as Britain’s favourite royal couple will have been busy getting ready for their ...
2 August 2013

Celia Sawyer solves your interior design problems

If you have a interior design problem or question do not fear as Celia Sawyer is on hand to help you our. Dear Celia Sawyer Can you help me to find ...
19 July 2013

Celia Sawyer gives her interior style advice

If you are decorating and you are stuck on how to make your home look its best, then Celia Sawyer is here to help you out. - Hi Celia, would you ...
12 July 2013

Unwanted sofas can save lives

A staggering amount of customers who choose to buy their furniture from DFS can now have their unwanted sofa collected for free by the BHF. Your sofa will then be sold ...
11 July 2013

Brits reveal they let their hands loose when cleaning the toilet

Almost half of all Brits questioned in a recent survey admitted to not wearing rubber gloves whilst cleaning the toilet. The survey of over 1,000 people carried out by household cleaning ...
26 June 2013

Brits worried being eco-friendly will cost too much

Being eco-friendly doesn't have to cost the earth, despite what many Brits may think. A new study has revealed that nearly hald of Brits admit that they watn to be eco-friendly, ...
24 June 2013

Brits claim to have better home style sense than neighbours

Gone are the days of keeping up with the Joneses.  When it comes to our homes and judging other people’s style, it seems most Brits think they’re the ones others ...