The Nest Intelligent Thermostat – and why you should get one
The world of technology is continually looking for ways to benefit other industries and more often than not this means utilising high tech gadgets to save money, save energy and improve certain daily functions. One of the latest offerings from the tech world which is set to do all this and more is the Nest Intelligent Thermostat – but just what is it? And why should you bring one into your home? What is it? Over the past few years,...
Home interior ideas for the novice decorator
The world of interior decoration might seem like quite an elitist area when you look at glossy magazines and watch TV shows featuring homes of the rich and famous. However, as we’re proving this week with our #TinyRoomsMakeover even the most inexperienced novice decorator can use ideas and concepts from high-end designers to get great results in their own home. Giving any part of your home a makeover doesn’t need to...
So what’s outside your window? #mywindowview
Twenty three years ago we were house hunting. We lived in a very big town in Essex, but having been gazumped twice we decided that the one-day dream of living in Dorset may as well come to true now (back in those long-off days, Dorset was cheaper than Essex, and our money went a lot further, which was also an appealing factor in the decision). I was 17 and fearless – who cared if I was moving 200 miles from everything and...
Travel Tuesday – Museums in Belfast: Top 3 Itinerary Fillers
As far as city breaks are concerned, a trip to Belfast is up there with the best of them. This Irish capital has certainly seen its fair share of down times, with ‘the troubles’ haunting Northern Ireland for years. However, with conflict well and truly behind them, Belfast and the rest of the country can look forward to plenty of sunny horizons. For anyone looking for a fun-filled, energetic and awe-inspiring city break, Belfast is...
Heating Your House – room by room.
We were really lucky when we bought our house 20 years ago – the previous owner had been a Gas engineer, and we had a seriously good heating system already installed. We actually have thermostat controls for both upstairs and downstairs, which we’ve always loved, allowing us to just heat the parts of the house we’re using. Once the children are all tucked up in bed at night, there is absolutely no need for...
Spotted: Make Your Own Bird House Kit #EasterGiftIdeas
Brought to you by Sparks Living on Not on The High Street, we simply love this idea and to be honest it would suit most occasions as well as Easter, but we just couldn’t resist it. With these kits you have everything you need to make cute little birdhouses. It is supplied as a kit that pops out with easy to follow instructions. Once made they can be used as party favours to fill with sweets. Personalise them with a name as a...