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April 21, 2020

UK housing is now more affordable ‘thanks to public sector pay rise’, according to Quinshaw Finance

An increase in public sector salaries in 2019 significantly contributed to making UK housing more affordable, according to property specialists Quinshaw Finance. The alternative property lender has pointed to the government’s announcement last summer which saw nearly a million public sector workers receive pay increases as a key factor in helping to make housing more accessible. The London-based lender, which primarily focuses on helping property developers to secure funding, responded to data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) that suggested that the average UK house buyer would have to spend 7.8 times their annual salary in 2019 –…

April 20, 2020

Plants that will Bring Life to your Surroundings

A plant is nature’s gift, that is natural and is useful in every possible way. Plants not only cleanse the air we breathe, but they also provide us with fruits, flowers, vegetables, green leaves for herbivore animals, and more. The same plants that work as a crucial part of the ecosystem, these same plants also make perfect home decor pieces. Come, let us explore a few such plants that help in decorating the house and require the least care. The list includes both indoor plants and outdoor plants, let us begin- Begonia- Begonia plant has almost the same characteristics as that…

January 28, 2020

Tips For Making Your Home Yours

Your home is something that is special to you. It isn’t just a house with four walls and a roof; it is part of who you are. This doesn’t just happen on its own, though. It takes some work to turn a house into a home and to get it feeling just the way you like it. As you create your home, your personality and interests are going to be on full display. This is what allows you to enjoy your home, and what will enable guests to appreciate your home when they come to visit. So, while there is…

January 3, 2020

5 Very Common Home Renovation Mistakes That Homeowners Need To Avoid

Every single home renovation can be traumatic. The financial investment that you make is always serious and mistakes happen more often than you might think. Renovations need to be smoothly navigated and you always need to avoid all the mistakes that are presented below. Keep in mind that they are just those that are really common, not all that could happen. Rushing The Renovation Job Unfortunately, TV shows are very bad influences for homeowners looking to renovate their kitchens. This is because they get people to think that they can easily and quickly get kitchens renovated. In reality, such a project…

December 17, 2019

Project Cleanaway: Why Cleaning is Never an Easy Job

Wherever it may be, cleaning is hard to do. But since it is necessary for health and sanitation purposes, cleaning should be the topmost priority. There are a lot of reasons why this supposedly simple household task is never an easy job. It needs some preparation such as buying all the cleaning materials. Still, the result is rewarding for whoever does it. Time and energy-consuming The reason why cleaning needs mental preparation is because it is an exhausting thing to do. Be it a small or large space, clean-ups require a lot of time and energy. Cleaning up a space…

November 28, 2019

Avoiding a Disaster with Your Home DIY: 3 Tips to Protect You

When you think you’re ready to get some home DIY projects completed, hit pause on that idea. While you hope it’ll be a success, it’s best to protect the downside in case something goes wrong. Royalty Free Photo Accordingly, here are three tips to protect you from mistakes or errors. Get the Necessary Permits Permits are required from the city office for different works depending on the city and state. For instance, while building your own deck for the garden is no big deal, it may require a permit if it’s over 30 inches above ground level. And some states…

November 7, 2019

Kitchen Designs For Spring

The kitchen is arguably the heart of the home. It’s where most members of the family spend the most time together, and as such it only makes sense to invest some time and effort to ensure that the kitchen fully encapsulates the look and feel that you wish it to have. After all, it is a significant part of your home. But when it comes to kitchen designs, it can be a struggle to translate into reality the aesthetic that you are going for, or even to think about the type of look that you wish to have put to…

September 16, 2019

3 Tips to Choose the Right Air Conditioning in Perth

Let’s face it; if you live in Perth air conditioning is a must have rather than an extravagant luxury. Escaping from the heat and humidity during our blistering hot summers is a relief, and we have come to rely on our AC systems to give us the indoor comfort we need. When it comes time to choose and install and new air conditioning system, it can be tricky to make a final decision. After all, there is a dizzying array of brands, types, and sizes of air conditioning systems available to choose from. Let’s take a look at three proven tips…

September 5, 2019

How to Turn Your Home Into A Sanctuary

Source: Unsplash | Mike Bowman Your home should be a calming place where you can retreat to relax and unwind at the end of a busy day. There are many ways to create a relaxing environment at home – from adding a touch of nature with plants and greenery, to creating an organized living space by getting rid of any unused or unwanted items. With this in mind, here are some useful tips to help you turn your home into a sanctuary. Clear out the clutter A cluttered space can cause people to feel stressed and uneasy. According to webmd.com,…

August 22, 2019

How Much Should an Air Conditioning Repair Cost?

The one thing that no homeowner wants is to get caught out with is no air conditioning during the hot summer months. An air conditioning repair always seems to happen at the worst possible time, and this is no coincidence. After all, your AC system is working hardest in the summer, and this makes it more prone to failure. If you need air conditioning repairs, you will quickly notice that they don’t all cost the same. Why is this and how much should an AC repair cost? Let’s find out. How Does an AC System Work? Many people believe that…

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