We’ve all spent more time at home over the last few years. Where once many of us would be out the door at 7.30 am and home at 6 pm, seeing our homes in the evenings and at weekends, plenty…
How to effectively use your home’s large spaces
How large is your home? If it’s got plenty of space, chances are, you’re in the minority! A 2021 study by Tiger Sheds found that the average floor area of homes in the UK has dropped from 104.6 m2 to…
How to Reduce Your Home’s Carbon Footprint on a Budget
We all want to do our part in reducing our carbon footprint, but sometimes it can seem like it’s too expensive and difficult. Luckily, there are many ways that homeowners in the UK can make their homes more energy efficient…
How to Get Your Home Ready for Tenants
Landlords need to make sure that their property is properly prepared for tenants so that they can quickly settle and start enjoying life in their new home. There are a few areas that you should focus on as a landlord…
New builds vs older properties – which is best?
When it comes to homeowners choosing which style of property they prefer, there’s an evident divide between those who favour new builds and those that prefer older properties instead. So, let’s break down the pros and cons of new builds…
11 beautiful and eye-catching mirrors from small sellers on Etsy
A good mirror really can make or break successful room decor. This is why I’ve rounded up some of the most fabulous mirrors that I can find on Etsy! They’re also from small sellers which is a more ethical way…
How to deal with gazundering
As if house buying and selling wasn’t stressful enough, unexpected issues can lead to extra negotiations like gazundering. House buyers are more demanding than ever and while sometimes gazundering can be necessary if there are problems, sometimes it can be…
Beautiful homeware trends for 2021 from small sellers
As 2021 approaches, its time to look at the beautiful homeware trends that will be lighting up our homes this year. Utilitarian is coming back after the year we’ve had but accented by gorgeous colours. Handmade pieces by small artisans…
11 beautiful Black-owned art print businesses in the UK
I’ve had many questions about Black-owned art prints businesses so to save you from scrolling, I’ve put together this list of beautiful pieces and shops. All of these businesses are based in the UK so not only are these businesses…
Water-saving devices to make your home more eco-friendly
Environmental issues are at the forefront of everybody’s mind these days as we look for a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle. Whether that is in the way we think, act or encourage others to behave, saving energy and money is…
The easiest guide to reupholstering a sofa for beginners
This beginner’s guide will give you an overview of reupholstering a sofa in a quick and easy way, accompanied by photos and bitesize instructions. I used this exact method to reupholster my sofa after it was ruined by bad tenants…
7 things I learnt about being a landlord after my house got trashed by tenants
Before I spent the last year travelling in Asia, I found myself in the very privileged position of becoming a landlord. I had never pictured myself being involved in property in any shape or form, but it was necessary to…
