Author Archives: Lorna S

Kitchen Flooring Choices For Your Home

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Lorna S

Has the time come to invest in a new floor for your kitchen or indeed, some other rooms in your home? Perhaps you are building a new home and are wondering what choices are available and which is the best … Continue reading →

Posted in Flooring | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

Wallpaper Or Paint?

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Lorna S

Wallpaper or paint? Which is best? Well, although they are both wall coverings, comparing wallpaper and paint is a little like comparing apples and oranges. Both have their advantages and disadvantages so here’s our thoughts:

Posted in Decorating, Decorating Tips, Design Ideas, Wallpaper | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

8 Reasons Wainscoting Is Making A Comeback

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Lorna S

Wainscoting (a type of panelling) is making a comeback. It’s becoming popular again in hallways, home offices, bathrooms, dining rooms and sometimes living rooms. But why has it become so popular again in the 21st century?  Below we list 8 … Continue reading →

Posted in Art Gallery Wall, Bathrooms, Bedrooms, Hallways | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

8 Ideas for Under Stairs Storage

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Lorna S

Do you need more storage in your home? Are you fed up tripping over trainers, shoes, hurleys, footballs and sports bags in your hallway? Do you find yourself putting items in under the stairs and then finding half of them … Continue reading →

Posted in diy, Hallways, Storage | Tagged , , , , , , | 3 Comments

5 Reasons to go to The Ideal Home Show this October

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Lorna S

Are you looking for interior design ideas for your home? Would you like to chat to different designers and consultants but you don’t have much time? Are you trying to plan the decor for a new house or renovating a … Continue reading →

Posted in Design Ideas | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Converting your Garage: Eight Things You Need To Know

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Lorna S

The family is expanding, the children want their own bedrooms, you’re working more from home now so you would like a home office, or you’ve decided you would like to extend the kitchen. Whatever the reason, if you have an … Continue reading →

Posted in Garage Conversion | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

How To Make A Gallery Wall In Your Home

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Lorna S

Art gallery walls are becoming more popular within homes but they aren’t necessarily that easy to get them ‘just right’. Here’s some tips for creating the perfect art gallery wall within your own home:-

Posted in Art Gallery Wall, Decorating Tips | Tagged , , , , , | 5 Comments

Kitchen Table, Kitchen Island or a Breakfast Bar?

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Lorna S

Whether you are planning a completely new kitchen or you would like to update your existing one, adding a kitchen island or a breakfast bar in a complimentary material to your kitchen cabinets can work well for lots of reasons. … Continue reading →

Posted in Kitchens | Tagged , , , , , | 3 Comments

How To Make Rooms Appear Taller

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Lorna S

Rooms with low ceilings can make rooms (be they large or small) seem much smaller. The low ceiling limits the sense of space and can make the room feel darker too. Conversely, rooms with high ceilings, even if the floor … Continue reading →

Posted in Decorating Tips | Tagged , , , , , | 4 Comments