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14 steps to a good first impression

First impressions count. Whether you are on a date or going for a job interview, if people decide they do not like what they see, that negative view tends to linger. When it comes to romance, there are plenty more fish in the sea, but when it comes to selling your home, you may not find another buyer. With the majority of house hunting starting online, property listings will be the...

Add Value to Your Home with a Designer Bathroom

There are a hundred and one ways to add value to a property. You could build an extension, fit double-glazing, or install solar panels. All of these things will add value and make a home more attractive to buyers. But what about bathrooms – can a designer bathroom add value and make it easier to sell a property? Bathrooms are a fundamental room in any home. Every house needs at least one bathroom,...

Why Eco-upgrades to Your Property Can Improve Saleability

If you are planning to sell your property, be it at some point in the future or in the short term an incredibly effective way to improve the saleability of your property and make it more appealing to prospective buyers, is to go green and invest in upgrading parts of your home to be more eco-friendly. With the ever-increasing costs of utilities – particularly your Gas and Electric bills – one...

How to make the best of your home space

Whether you have a three storey mansion in the heart of the country or a modest city flat, always make the most of the space you have. While large rooms can feel cold and empty without much furniture, small rooms can feel cluttered with too much in them, so here are several ways to ensure you get the best from your living space. Have a good clear out If your property is a little on the cosy side, a good...

Hamptons Style Homes, a Design Classic

Houses in the Hamptons are recognised the world over for their style and luxury, and it is no wonder that this style of home is often replicated. There are several design features that make homes in the Hamptons so unique, and when these features are used in the design of Australian homes, it can bring a little touch of Long Island to this country. Natural lighting is a must Homes in the Hamptons are...

Things To Consider When Extending Your Home

Every homeowner seeks to either jazz up the interiors or widen the living space, but many make the mistake of undertaking such a major project without proper planning. There are several things to consider including planning your extension, magnetic particle inspection, the materials to use, and your budget. If you’ve been thinking about extending your home but aren’t quite sure what should be...

For the home: Building an eco home theatre

Home theatres make up a growing trend in many homes that have that extra room, den or basement the calls for a larger role than merely storage space. Better yet, a home theatre room can be accessorized with eco-friendly or green components that don't leech as much energy nor threaten the family with toxic aspects. Eco home theatre building can also save its proponents money if it's done properly. A New...

Refurbishing an old table

Antique tables come in a number of styles, designs and ages and many have the potential to be refurbished, however refurbishing a table requires a great deal of care and planning.  Read on and we will tell you how to upcycle tired old tables and make them valuable, ‘modern’ pieces. Additional information is always available online so be sure to check out a few sites in addition to what you...

5 things to consider when extending your property

The idea of adding extra space to your property is a good one, especially if you want to increase the value of your property for future selling or leasing purposes. Choosing to extend your home is also ideal if your basement or attic simply won’t do for the room or home office space you have in mind. For one thing, basements are prone to moisture and may be in need of basement dewatering systems if...

Generation Green – The future of powering your home

As we become more aware of the impact of human activity on nature, we also become increasingly conscious of the measures we need to do to minimize or avert further damage to our environment. These measures and the lifestyle that promote them are often referred to as going green initiatives and sustainable living. Among the advocacies of environmentalists for going green is looking for sustainable power...