Category: Lifestyle
Why Staying in Is the New Going Out
There’s nothing quite like the glamming up to get ready for a night out – the music’s on, the wine is flowing and you’re toting the hair straighteners. Three hours have passed and you’re lamenting the slow evolution of a third arm, you’ve sweated your make up off and you suddenly realize that it’s still […]
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Tips for Furnishing Your Home Office
Working from home is on the rise across the UK. The number of freelancers alone rose by 200,000 in between 2010 and 2012, according to research published by the PCG. More recently, Econsultancy cited figures from Accenture which estimate the freelance pool at between 20 and 33% of the UK’s entire workforce. These figures don’t […]
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New or Old?
When it comes to interior design today there are two clear camps emerging; the vintage vixens and the brand-new babes. Here we take a look at the pros and cons of new versus old furniture to help you make informed decisions when you redecorate. Brand new Babes If you are a brand new babe then […]
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The Heart-beat of the Modern Home: The Top Design Trends for 2014
Throughout the ages, different rooms have served as the heart-beat of homes throughout the UK. In recent times, the kitchen has emerged as the leading priority among home-owners and evolved into a multi-purpose space suitable for both practical and social functions. So rather than simply being an area in which food is prepared, cooked and […]
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Remodelling your Bedroom: The Importance of a Comfortable and High Quality Bed
Let’s face facts, a full scale home remodelling project can take a heavy toll on both your financial budget and sanity, especially during times of economic uncertainty. Given that the current level of economic growth in the UK is not yet impacting positively on the average household, it is hard to see how the majority […]
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The Top 3 Applications for Strip Lighting in the Home
According to research body MarketLine, the global home-improvement market is expected to grow at a yearly rate of 2.5% between now and 2015. With this in mind, the predicted market value in 2015 will have reached a staggering $678 billion, with the cost of building materials and labour accounting for the vast majority of this […]
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Fabric and Finishes
When picking out pieces for your interior you could be forgiven for thinking that once the big pieces such as the chest of drawers, living room table or wardrobe are picked that the room is pretty much done. However don’t forget the importance of the fabric and finishes that are going to be used in […]
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Rollerblading Safety for Beginners
Rollerblading and inline skating are great activities that you and your children can get involved in together. They are easy to learn and appropriate for all children over the age of five. Make sure you start off with a good quality pair of roller skates, and educate yourself and your kids in the importance of […]
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Caring for Tropical Fish
If you’re a beginner and would like to learn more about keeping tropical fish, remember that caring for some common freshwater varieties to start with is always advised. These fish are more resilient and less likely to get sick or die. Once you feel confident enough, you can switch to tropical varieties. It’s important to […]
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Choosing a Women’s Watch
If you’re looking for a piece of jewellery that will pull together any look, whether you’re at work, at a formal function or relaxing on your days off, and remain useful throughout your lifetime, then you may want to consider investing in a watch. A watch is more than a piece of jewellery. It is […]
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