In the United Kingdom, the bulk of fuel bills paid by households is made up of central heating and hot water. The estimated amount may be larger or smaller in actual homes. Central heating is a … [Read more...]

Ask any real estate agent, and they will tell you that when you put your home on the market, you are not selling a property or land. Nope, you’re selling a dream. This is where people often go wrong … [Read more...]

With the official start of Spring on 1 September, the most effective way to keep your garden looking good and get the best out of your plants is small but regular upkeep of your outdoor spaces … [Read more...]

Australia is famed for expansive backyards and unique plant life; however maintenance of lush outdoor spaces can come at an economic and environmental cost. To help reduce single-use plastic in … [Read more...]

There’s no better time to declutter your home than before a move. Getting rid of all the items that you’ve hardly ever used, but have been hoarding for years, can be a cathartic experience. Moving to … [Read more...]

Living a green lifestyle doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Like learning anything new, fully living a green lifestyle takes time. It is best to start small. You’ve probably already … [Read more...]

Bathroom remodels can be quite complex – they can involve the replacement of the entire bathroom’s flooring and the replacement of all the fixtures such as the toilet, the basin, the bath, the shower … [Read more...]

For most people doing the laundry is a painful, yet necessary chore, especially in winter. Once a forgotten space, more attention is now being paid to make the laundry a stylish and functional room in … [Read more...]

All of us must have used the tiny fun faces while messaging on the phone. We use them all the time. They are known as emojis. If you too are a fan of these emojis, emoji pillows are the perfect … [Read more...]

Australia’s love affair with the weatherboard look can be seen in many of our historic and most popular styles – from the Queenslander to coastal and new, contemporary designs. “Weatherboard is … [Read more...]

With the official arrival of winter this Friday, 1 June, horticulturist, garden writer and TV presenter, Melissa King, shares her top tips for maintaining your the garden during winter. Some … [Read more...]

Aussies are investing more time and money into their backyards, drawing inspiration from the hottest garden trends. With the official start of winter this Friday, 1 June, many home owners will be … [Read more...]

With autumn in full swing over here, and winter shortly on the way, it is time to start thinking about the things we can be doing to prep our homes with the best of the upcoming season trends. Being … [Read more...]

As a mum you’ll know that the hard work begins as soon as your kids are born. Sure Dads are helping out a lot more than in years gone by, but when it comes to the overall management of the household, … [Read more...]

Yes, there is such a thing as a bad homeowner. Some people invest so much money into their home, but ruin it all by being a bad homeowner. Then there are those that dote on their house, and make sure … [Read more...]

Your coffee or tea area is like your fuel station. It’s the destination for your daily ritual of grinding coffee, steaming milk, and plopping a tea bag into your cup of perfectly hot water. Make … [Read more...]

The laundry room is often a forgotten area of your home, but it's one that you use a lot. Because it's seen as a purely practical space, it gets neglected. However, other areas of your house are … [Read more...]

If you are like most Australians, you love the sun, yet when it comes to rest and relaxation on the patio, you ideally want to have a choice of whether or not to have the sun streaming down. Permanent … [Read more...]

Buying your first home is a milestone many of us are waiting longer than ever to reach. With spiraling house prices, wage stagnation in real terms and the higher cost of renting, many traditional … [Read more...]

Buying a new build home is pretty expensive so a lot of people are saving money by getting an older home and fixing it up themselves. It’s a good way to make buying a house more affordable and older … [Read more...]

Television presenter, magazine editor and media personality, Deborah Hutton is renovating her charming three bedroom house in Bronte, Sydney, into her own Hamptons inspired forever home, with work due … [Read more...]

In Australia, we’re blessed with a warm climate and experience winters that allow us to enjoy our outdoor area all year round. However, as we prepare for the colder months, we need to take certain … [Read more...]

Outdoor rooms and alfresco areas continue to be one of the biggest trends in Australia, with many of the luxuries from inside the home now being used outside. From elaborate outdoor kitchens to … [Read more...]

Aside from maybe wall colours, flooring can be one of the more frustrating decisions of home décor but one that will dramatically impact the finished product so it’s important that you choose … [Read more...]

The laid back coastal style is ideal for Australia’s many harbour and beachside homes, and with simple decorating tricks the look is easily translated. “Natural light is key to this pared-back … [Read more...]

My kitchen is a place inspiring me for my words! And so it definitely deserves gratitude. You will find so many things in the market to make your kitchen look beautiful from cooking area closet to … [Read more...]

Trying to keep your ecological footprint small is a struggle for all of us, but is something we are all conscious of and striving to do better with. Sustainable living is really just reducing the … [Read more...]

Are you considering a new building project? If so, you should definitely think about using steel. Here, we will talk you through seven top reasons to build with steel rather than traditional … [Read more...]

According to the 2017 Great Australian Backyard Survey by Adbri Masonry, 36 per cent of Australians stated that 'it was very important to consider sustainability throughout their home improvement … [Read more...]

Having a home that is welcoming, and cosy is the aim for most people. You want to be able to walk in your own front door and feel like you instantly relax, so it makes sense that you want other people … [Read more...]

The bedroom is the place where we spend most of our time when we are not at work, school, or somewhere else where we have to be. Because humans need at least six to seven hours of sleep to function … [Read more...]

If you’re really house proud, you’ll know that only the best will do. There’s so many things that you’ll want to do with your home, but sometimes life just gets in the ways and means that you can't. … [Read more...]

Let’s face it, during the winter there’s a lot of reasons not to go outside. From weathering the extreme weather to the amount of debris that can collect when you’re not on a regular sweeping … [Read more...]