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Jan
30

Burglar proof your home

Posted by James Howlett

The good news is that there are many simple, easy and effective methods you can implement straight away in order to make your home more burglar-proof, so read on for some great tips.

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by Johnny Grim

Starting with the outside of the house, make sure you don’t leave ladders lying around that could provide easy access to an open, upstairs window when you’re at work or at night time. Large trees also carry the same risk, so make sure any within reaching distance of your home are not tall enough to be used as climbing frames for potential thieves. You can also ensure that the bedroom furniture is not near the window to act as an easy landing place for any spritely burglars. The last thing you want is your brand new bed from http://bensonsforbeds.co.uk becoming a doormat for an eager thief. Read the rest of this entry »

Dec
28

Bedroom decorating tips

Posted by James Howlett

If you are thinking about decorating a bedroom, there are several important factors you should take into consideration before you begin. In order to end up with a bedroom you love the look of, make sure you take your time to get it right. In this article you can find out the most important steps to take before you begin decorating your bedroom, as well as some useful decorating tips for once you start.

 

Firstly, decide upon a theme. There are many interior décor themes out there to choose from, so the most important thing is to choose one that will reflect your tastes and fit with the look of the rest of your home. If you want to go wild you can choose a Mexican theme or a Wild West theme. Of course, if you are decorating your bedroom first, you can let whatever look you choose for this room dictate the theme of the whole home.

 

Classic and traditional styles are ideal if you want a homely, warm and welcoming bedroom. Choose key pieces such as antique lamps and cosy rugs to signify the look. Art deco is a quirky and fun look for a bedroom; choose retro children’s beds if you are decorating a young one’s bedroom with this theme. You’ll find a great selection at Sleepmasters.co.uk. If you are after a more modern bedroom, the contemporary design theme is the ideal look for you. Choose monochrome pieces of furniture and art to really finish off the look. The main thing to consider when choosing a look for your bedroom is whether you can live with it day in, day out.

 

Once you have decided upon a theme, practical considerations should be taken into account. How will you transport the furniture you need? Will you build your own bedroom flat pack bedroom furniture? If the latter, a great tip is to lay out everything in front of you before you begin to ensure no pieces are missing before you start.

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When it comes to painting, wear your old clothes and cover the furniture and floor with old sheets and newspaper to avoid any messy painting mishaps.

 

Finally, leave yourself enough time and enlist the help you need from friends and family. There’s nothing guaranteed to scupper your plans for a beautiful bedroom more than a rushed job.

 

by coco+kelley
Dec
15

Make the most of a small bedroom

Posted by James Howlett

Houses nowadays often have relatively small bedrooms even if the rooms downstairs are large. However, with a few tricks when furnishing and decorating you can make the most of the smallest of rooms.

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by sarahridgley

Here are our tips to maximise your space and fool the eye!

  • Remove clutter which always makes a room look smaller than it actually is. Be creative with your storage solutions (pretty baskets on shelves, under-bed storage drawers etc) so that your room does not look cramped. Read the rest of this entry »
Oct
14

Decorate your home for Halloween

Posted by James Howlett

While you may not want a permanent transformation in your home for Halloween, you’ll definitely want to decorate your property, especially if you’ve got little ones to please.

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Photo: Marissa Babin

Traditionally, colours associated with the Pagan event tend to include orange and black, with green and purple tending to be linked with witches, but all of these are perfectly apt if you’re decorating. Whether you’re making your home Halloween themed to entertain children or adults, you’ll need to have some basic things strewn around to make sure it looks the part. Read the rest of this entry »

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