Whether you’re thinking of selling your home or not, it’s always worthwhile keeping an eye on its value. Knowing that it’s slowly edging in the right direction is an important part of home ownership. Your house is, after all, an investment when you spend such a large amount of money on anything, it has to be considered an investment (and your home is very likely the biggest expense you’ll ever have). However, while you can feel like you’re doing all the right things, it’s possible that there are some things that are secretly lowering your home’s value. We take a look… View Post

Let’s be frank; the majority of us feel pretty terrible when we wake up. It doesn’t matter how much sleep we get; we still resemble Frankenstein during the first hour of waking. Our eyes don’t work the way they should, and our limbs certainly don’t feel as though they belong to us. To top it off, your brain may feel like it’s been freshly transplanted before your first coffee. Sadly, we can’t work miracles. We aren’t here to tell you that we can stop those morning blues. It is possible, though, that your bedroom is actually making you more susceptible… View Post

When you walk into your bedroom, you should feel instantly relaxed and calm. Your bedroom is your private escape from the world, the place where you should be able to escape to as and when you need to. If when you step into your bedroom you don’t feel a sense of tranquility and calm, then it’s essential that you take the time to change that. If your bedroom isn’t a space that you love the look and feel of, you’re going to struggle to relax in there, which could lead to you struggling to get a good night’s sleep. The… View Post

Having your own home gives you the power to express yourself creatively and incorporate your own personal style into your living space. Renovating and decorating your house or apartment can be a fun time, and it has the power to transform a plain room into a sanctuary. Deciding on what colors to paint your walls, whether you like funky eclectic furniture or sleek modern pieces, and altering the overall vibe of your living quarters to match your personality is a great way to instil that feeling of “home” within your space. But if you are on a tight budget, you… View Post

The bathroom is always tricky when it comes to renovations and improvement. Not only is it a small space, but switching out the suite can be pricey- not to mention extras like tiling and flooring. However it’s a worthy upgrade to make in the home, there’s nothing quite like like lounging in the bath or letting a hot shower wash off the day when you’re tired or a bit stressed. Here’s how you can upgrade without doing too much damage to your wallet. Replace The Taps Replacing your entire bathroom suite can be expensive, and isn’t always necessary. If your… View Post

A big, spacious kitchen is something that many of us dream of. However, not everyone is blessed with such a big space. Letting more light in is an easy way to make a room feel larger and more open, and there are some great interior design tricks to help transform your dream kitchen. Source If the warm weather has inspired you to create lighter spaces in your home, take a look at these top tips for letting the light into your kitchen this summer. Lighten Your Colour Scheme By making your kitchen lighter, you’ll help make the most of the… View Post

You bedroom is one of those rooms in your home that can often be a little low on the priority list when it comes to decoration or investing your time into making it a nice space. You focus more on the rooms people will see or even things like children’s bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens. However, clutter and a small space can mean your bedroom and you feel overwhelmed. So I thought I would share witty you some of the space saving ideas for your bedroom. Image source Fitting the TV to the wall Many of us like a TV in our… View Post