Video Testimonial from Gareth O’ Brien

Posted on September 10, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

Hi folks,
here is a video testimonial we received a while ago from  Gareth O’ Brien, Charlestown, Dublin 11. Gareth posted a job on Tradesmen.ie and was very happy with the result.  You can see the video feedback below:-

 

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How to improve Storage in your Hallway

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Lorna S

Do you get fed up of falling over shoes as you walk into your hallway? Are there schoolbags, hurleys, footballs and trainers strewn around? Is it a nightmare trying to find matching shoes at times? If it’s starting to get you down once you open the door to walk into the house, it really is time to do something about it.

While many of us will make more of an effort with our front hallway, after all, that’s where visitors come in and we did a post a while ago on making the most of the space under your stairs for storage, but the mess can really accumulate in a utility or small hallway off the back or side door.

Hooks & Baskets

storage hall

Source: Pinterest. This looks very stylish and yet is quite simply made, using wood to partition the different sections and it really looks like a piece of furniture in its own right. The baskets are handy for storing boots and shoes, and the footwear won’t be spilling out all over the floor. Notice that the hooks are double hooks, one part of it can hold the schoolbag and the other part will take the coat. The bench effect means that there’s a place for you to sit down briefly to put on a pair of shoes, important when children are learning how to lace their shoes. The narrow shelf at the top means that nice objects can be displayed which dresses up the hallway too.

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Results and Video of our August Draw

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

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Hi folks,

here are the results and video of our August Draw 2016. Each month we have a draw for everyone who hires a tradesman and provides feedback. So not only do you get up to 4 quotes from Rated Tradesmen but you also are in with a chance to win a cash prize as well!

The draw for everyone who hired a tradesman and provided feedback in the month of July was held on August 30th. The results are as follows:-

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How To Make Your Home Ready For Autumn

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Lorna S

Summer is coming to an end and there’s already foliage blowing around on the ground after the winds last week and some trees are starting to turn golden yellow and deep red. Now that temperatures will be dropping too, how can you make your home snug and more homely as we move into autumn and winter? This post will show you how to ring the changes of the seasons relatively easily.

1. Colours

You don’t have to redecorate to bring autumn into your home. You can ring the changes twice or three times a year by changing accessories like cushions and adding some cosy throws.

Autumnal cushions

Source: Pinterest

A couple of cushions in burnt orange intermixed with dark greens within your living room or bedroom decor scheme (if it suits the rest of the decor) are all you need to add that autumnal touch.

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Cashback Promotion Autumn 2016

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

Tradesmen.ie Cashback Promotion
Hi folks, we’re delighted to announce that over the next few months we will be introducing  a number of cashback promotions.

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How To Let Lighting Steal The Show

Posted on August 18, 2016 by Lorna S

Having the correct lighting in a room is essential for providing enough light but also for creating the desired atmosphere. “Correct” doesn’t always mean “bright” as sometimes you might prefer dim lighting for a relaxed ambiance but with a reading lamp for reading or working. With the vast array and beauty of light fittings now, it’s very possible to let your light be the statement piece in a room, either from the light design or from the effect created by its light source.

Bedroom Chandelier with a Difference

This Zeppelin light is interesting, it’s certainly similar to the traditional shape of a chandelier but it also reminds me of a droplet of water that just splashed and therefore, it looks quite endearing in an impressive way.

Lighting Zeppelin

Source: Pinterest

I like the way it doesn’t compete with anything else in the room. Everything is understated and yet impressive.

Task Lighting

These kitchen lights are also understated regarding their plain design but their size gives them impact and they will provide good task lighting for the kitchen island and this area of the kitchen.

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The Littlewoods Ireland Blog Awards – Vote for us!!

Posted on August 17, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

 

Irish Blog Awards - Vote for usHi folks,
we’re delighted to have been shortlisted in the 2016 Littlewoods Ireland Blog Awards. It is a great tribute to all of you, our users and subscribers who have supported us over the last 8 years,  engaging with our blog and other social channels.

Tradesmen.ie is an Irish owned website and was set up to give tradesmen in Ireland an opportunity to grow their business and to give home and business owners a chance to get up to 4 quotes from rated tradesmen. Tradesmen.ie has helped to create and sustain jobs for tradesmen over the last 8 years with almost 200,000 jobs posted on our website during this period.  Thanks to you, Tradesmen.ie has become the largest resource by far for tradesmen jobs in Ireland.

The voting has now ended.  Thanks so much to everyone who voted for us, we really appreciate it!

With Sincere Thanks
Oliver Dempsey
Tradesmen.ie
17th August 2016

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Video Testimonial from Stephen Donnelly

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

Hi folks,
here is a video testimonial we received a while ago from Stephen Donnelly, Dublin 8. You can see the video feedback below:-

 

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8 Tips from The Home of the Year Programme

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Lorna S

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Do you enjoy watching home renovation and interior design programmes? I love them but I often notice it’s very easy to be lulled into watching the transformation but not necessarily analysing or learning from the changes to apply them to one’s own house. They are entertainment programmes after all. The RTE “Home of the Year” shows are being rerun this summer, on Thursdays at 7pm, and what’s particularly useful is the three experts also comment on what they consider to be excellent design within the home, yet they’ll find a few flaws too.

Here are a number of tips from recent programmes that you can apply to your own decorating or renovating.

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Results and Video of our July Draw 2016

Posted on July 30, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

tradesmen.ie monthly draw

Hi folks,

here are the results and video of our July Draw 2016. Each month we have a draw for everyone who hires a tradesman and provides feedback. So not only do you get up to 4 quotes from Rated Tradesmen but you also are in with a chance to win a cash prize as well!

The draw for everyone who hired a tradesman and provided feedback in the month of June was held on July 30th. The results are as follows:-

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