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Hello! My name is Norma. I would like to offer you a very warm welcome to my blog. Having a home which you enjoy living in is very important. After all, you spend a lot of your life at home. When I retired, I decided I was going to make my home into a palace. I called in a team of building and garden contractors and planned out the changes I would like to make. I am so pleased with the result of the work, I decided I would start this blog so I could continue to explore my new found passion.

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Essential Considerations When Buying a Retractable Awning

15 December 2021
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Retractable awnings are the perfect addition to any home with an outdoor space such as a patio, deck, or balcony. Notably, a retractable awning provides shade whenever you need one. Besides, the structures are hassle-free since you do not have to roll them in or out manually. Automation is perfect if you want to increase the value of your home down the road. That said, purchasing a retractable awning requires a careful approach to get value for money. Read More …

Why Now Is the Best Time to Order Floor Heating

30 September 2021
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

In-floor heating is often seen as a luxury that is too expensive to justify, but that is not necessarily the case. Not only does a combination of in-floor heating and air conditioning work better to keep your home warm in winter and autumn, but many floor heating contractors offer a range of models that are not as expensive as you might think. Here are just a few reasons why now is the perfect time to order in-floor heating, especially if winter is coming soon and you want to be comfortable. Read More …

The Best Way To Keep Your Bedrooms Tidy

2 August 2021
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Bedrooms are busy places, where many people relax, work, store their belongings and, of course, sleep. Most people would desire to keep their bedrooms as tidy as possible but, of course, this is easier said than done. There are many space-saving tips and tricks you can try to use to make sure your bedroom is as neat as possible but all of these are merely stop-gap measures. You need something that is built with the intention of storage-saving in mind, and for that reason, if you want to keep your bedrooms as tidy as possible, you need a built-in wardrobe. Read More …

Alluring Reasons to Convince You to Stop Discounting Marble Kitchen Benchtops

4 June 2021
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Although marble benchtops have been around for centuries, they are not the obvious choice for the average homeowner looking to give their kitchen a facelift. And this can be credited to the fact that people automatically associate this material with an exorbitant price tag. But this should not be the case. Admittedly, marble benchtops do cost more than most other materials in the market. However, this price is not coincidental. Rather, it is a testament to the array of benefits that you would reap by investing in these benchtops for your kitchen's workspaces and island! Read More …

Why Plantation Shutters Are Perfect for Modern Homes

12 April 2021
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

The best and most modern way to decorate your home is with plantation shutters. Whether you are looking for privacy or light, plantation window shutters are an excellent addition to any modern home. They open the possibility of many design options for a tiny window or large wall with limited room for an oversized shutter. These interesting pieces of furnishing are not only aesthetically pleasing, but they also allow for more light in the living spaces. Read More …