Clothes Dryers & Clothes Airers

by: Monica Jardine

Save money, space and energy with this range of cast iron clothes dryers and clothes airers from £39.95 at Cast in Style.

Made from cast iron and wood from renewable sustainable sources, these cast iron clothes dryers/clothes airers can provide a cheaper and eco-friendly alternative to tumble drying.

Easy to use, the hanging clothes dryers are simply hoisted...

Kitchen Design: Kitchen Planner

by: Michael Malone

If you are starting to design your new kitchen completely from scratch, the first thing you need to do is measure the space available.

Measure the walls, place the windows and doors, and make sure that you measure the position of any non-moveable items, e.g. cooker electricity connections, water pipes for the sink, pipes that may need to be boxed, etc....

Home Office Furniture: Ergonomic Chairs

by: Michael Malone

It is not surprising that many of us who use a home office have probably never given much thought about ergonomics or have even sat on an ergonomic chair similar to the one shown in the image (Aeron Task Chair By Herman Miller at E-Furniture).

So what is ergonomics and why choose ergonomic chairs?

A commonly accepted definition...

Lighting: Chandeliers

by: Sally Hobbs

There's nothing quite like a chandelier to inject a sense of wonderment and beauty into a room. Whether they be based on crystal, Capiz shells, bulbs or candles, chandeliers retain a wow factor all of their very own.

Once the preserve of the wealthy, owning a chandelier is now within easy reach of most budgets. Traditional materials such as glass...

Storage - Toy Box

by: Michael Malone

In addition to being colourful and funky, this exclusive online offer toy box, £39.99 from Toys R Us is also a cheap and cheerful way to deal with that perennial problem of where to store the kids' toys.

Ideal for nursery, bedrooms, playrooms or around the home, this spacious toy box also doubles up as seat thanks to its...

Jungle Playroom Furniture

by: Monica Jardine

Little monkeys everywhere will feel right at home with this range of bright and cheerful jungle themed children's furniture from Kids Room.

Available to buy as a set or as individual items, this range of jungle playroom furniture consists of a wooden table (round or square) and four cute wild animal chairs (Giraffe, Tiger, Chimpanzee and Lion) made from...

Video: DIY Advice: Clean Your House The Eco Friendly Way

by: Sally Hobbs

While most of us are busy spending time and money on creating a comfortable, clean and safe environment for ourselves and our families, we may sometimes forget about any negative impact our actions may have on the planet.

Our attempts at keeping our homes free from bacteria and other nasties, while necessary and admirable, may sometimes involve the use of...

Video: DIY Advice: How To Fit Door Handles

by: Sally Hobbs

In the first of a new series of DIY inspired videos we take a look at the sometimes tricky problem of how to fit door handles. So, grab a cup of your favourite beverage and join us for a few minutes of handy hints, tips and DIY advice on how to make life a little easier when fitting those...

Cast Iron Griddle

by: Monica Jardine

Cast iron cookware is much loved by professionals and cooks everywhere because of its high quality, longevity and heat retaining properties.

Ideal for use on stoves and cookers,...

Egyptian Cotton Duvet Covers

by: Michael Malone

Experience the luxury of real Egyptian cotton duvet covers and bed linen for a mere fraction of their normal price!

Chiltern Mills have reduced the price of luxury 200 count 100% Egyptian cotton duvet covers and bed linen by up to 50%. Prices start from £10.99 for single size duvet covers.

100% Egyptian cotton duvet covers available in...

Aluminium Garden Furniture

by: Isadora Wyatt

Stunning in its simplicity, this contemporary aluminium garden furniture set from Woolworths adds instant chic to any garden!

Perfect for dining, this stylish and sophisticated black aluminium garden furniture set consists of an oval table, parasol and 6 recliner armchairs which are multi-positional for added comfort.

Due to its rust-free aluminium structure, this aluminium garden furniture set can be...

Garden Furniture: Garden Parasols

by: Isadora Wyatt

Despite the current summer weather being more akin to umbrellas than garden parasols, there's still plenty of time left for the sun to make an appearance and with the summer sales now in full swing there's never been a better time to buy garden furniture such as garden parasols.

Garden parasols are sometimes viewed as being frivolous accessories...

Garden Lighting: Solar Brick Lights

by: Isadora Wyatt

One of the more positive aspects of climate change is the rapid development of new technologies and products such as these solar brick lights from Ethical Superstore.

Developed by Smart Solar, the solar brick lights can be used to provide lighting in driveways, gardens, paths, walls or patios.

Sold in packs of two, the solar brick lights ...

Christmas Design Tips: How To Choose A Christmas Tree

by: Sally Hobbs

After gifts and food, buying a Christmas tree is probably the single most important purchase when it comes to 'Christmas shopping', but, given the variety of Christmas trees available, it can sometimes be a difficult choice to make.

Traditionally, the Norway Spruce used to be the pick of the crop when it came to buying a Christmas tree, but in recent...

Christmas Table Decorations: How To Make A Christmas Centrepiece

by: Sally Hobbs

Christmas table decorations can literally be the 'icing on the Christmas cake' when it comes to completing your Christmas decoration theme.

Alongside Christmas themed tableware and table linen, the addition of a Christmas centrepiece can often be the most stunning focal point of all Christmas table decorations.

Making your own Christmas centrepiece need not be difficult or expensive plus it can...

Christmas Table Decorations: How To Make A Christmas Wreath

by: Sally Hobbs

Out of all the Christmas decorations that we choose to brighten our homes with during the festivities, a Christmas wreath tends to be one of the most popular.

A familiar and welcoming sight at Christmas, a Christmas wreath can be used to decorate doors and walls or form the centerpiece of Christmas table decorations.

Today we take a look...

Eat it all up...

by: Monica Jardine

Well yeah, when we are kids! But as adults I think we want just a little teensie bit extra from our dining experiences. Don't we?

Why have a dining room?

Entertain friends? Feed the family? In a lot of European countries, families still get together a couple of times a day to eat and chat and keep in touch. A lot more...

Bed and wardrobe, er, dressing table... then what?

by: Michael Malone

Few people actually plan a bedroom interior. They might think of things like curtains or bed coverings, wardrobes, mirrors, carpets, etc. But beyond that?

The bedroom is often left until last, because it is out of sight. Other people won't necessarilty see it, so it doesn't matter too much.

Relaxation Room, Sexy Den, Nest

It is crazy really. A bedroom...

Non-Toxic, Round Corners, Washable Surfaces and Storage!

by: Monica Jardine

Well if you are going to have a dedicated area just for the twinkle in your eye, then it is probably a good idea to have a word with the local council's anti-vandal specialists first!

OK, a slight exaggeration maybe, but we are fairly sure that most parents who have already been through this will say that common sense...

Imagination - Yes, Nightmares - No!

by: Michael Malone

Well, they say that it is a good idea to stimulate a child's imagination. But we have seen some room decor's that, to be perfectly honest, would give the average, normal adult, nightmares.

So, there are two extremes that may be considered bad. Overdoing the imagination thing, or, doing nothing. We don't want a child that is too afraid to sleep...

Extend your living space...

by: Isadora Wyatt

Into the garden. Anyone who has really opened up the garden as a living space will tell you how liberating it can be. Even if it is a small yard, the space can be utilised to have breakfast on a sunny morning, to entertain friends or to simply read a book whilst relaxing on a swing seat, such as this...

100% Design from 20-23 September 2007

by: Michael Casey

100% Design. Very much a trade show for the furniture and interior design sectors, with a lot of Italian manufacturers exhibiting, it can occasionally throw up some interesting new designs, and is definitely worth a look. It is only open to the general public on one day.

100% Design exhibition website - click here...

Interior Design - Design Your Own Bathroom

by: Michael Russell

There is a relatively new trend in bathroom design and that is creating the home spa. Sure, the spa feeling includes glamorous vanities, exclusive light fixtures, luxurious bathroom accessories and much more. It sounds expensive, doesn't it? Well, this is not necessarily true. If you look at interior decorating magazines you wonder how professionals get such amazing vanities and bathroom...

Throw Cushions - The Simple Solution for Decorating on a Budget

by: Jenny Edwards

One idea that has repeatedly been over looked by people who are trying to redecorate on a budget is the addition of throw cushions. A quality cushion, with the right mix of colours, is a small, yet significant way to enliven any room and a trick that many designers and decorators utilize to enhance and finish a room.

Cushions are an...

Consumer's Guide To Bathroom Taps

by: James Hickman

This article explains the key questions that you should consider when purchasing new taps for your bathroom. The information is aimed at consumers in the United Kingdom.

Question 1: Whats the tap made of ?

Taps can be made from a range of materials of varying quality and cost.

A general rule of thumb is that the heavier the tap the better the...

Your Christmas Tree - Real Versus Artificial

by: Jacqui O'Brien

Almost all of us who celebrate Christmas will put up a Christmas tree of some kind. It is one of the most recognisable symbols of Christmas. If you are considering buying a new tree this year, should you go for an artificial one or a real tree? Both have their pros and cons.

A real tree does feel somehow more festive,...

Transform Your Garden With A Wooden Playhouse

by: David Smithson

To create a perfect play place, start with a generic square playhouse (plans are easy to find online) or a pre-fabricated shed, available from most home improvement stores. Customize it with some paint, a few fancy features and a little imagination. Don’t forget to have a ribbon cutting ceremony and a proper transfer of keys.

For the actor or actress, you...

Christmas Table Decorations - The Number One Secret For Beautiful Table Decor

by: Judy Hardaway

Decorating your table for Christmas can be as simple or as elaborate as you want to make it. But, there is one primary secret to Christmas table decorations you should always follow.

By adhering to this simple secret it will make your table décor far more appealing while at the same time making your job easier. By ignoring this concept your...

Have you got the designer eye for it?

by: Jason Bowen

Well, there is no doubt that there are some people out there that can create something original more often than not. The sort of person that can take those two colours or two fabrics, that you think are disgusting, put them together, and know that they will work!

THAT OLD THING! they picked up in the shed or at...

It's not my sort of thing but....

by: Monica Jardine

Well, wouldn't the world be boring if we all liked the same thing? However, there are trends. Usually to do with colour. Now this doesn't mean that we have to follow these trends in any slavish sense, but if we are looking for currency then maybe we ought to do a bit of research.

Colour me....

It is not really coincidental...