Video Testimonial from Mark Gallagher

Posted on June 18, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

Hi folks,
here is a video testimonial we received a while ago from Mark Gallagher, Saggart, Co. Dublin. You can see the video feedback below:-

 

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Fabrics for your Kitchen

Posted on June 9, 2016 by Lorna S

Last week we focused on ways to bring summer into your home and I mentioned fabrics. This week I’m going to look at different fabrics for the kitchen. Be it fabric for roman blinds, curtains, cushions or chair seats, fabric warms the room as well as absorbing sound therefore making the kitchen a much more welcoming space to be.

Retro Kitchen Fabric

Fabrics designs containing utensils and crockery have a retro appeal now too and are making a comeback.

Kitchen fabric

This fabric with utensils from the 1960s (or maybe even before that) would give a kitchen plenty of charisma if made into chair cushions.

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7 Ways To Bring Summer Into Your Home

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Lorna S

7 Different ways to bring summer into your home

Well it’s always hard to predict the weather in Ireland.  We don’t have extremes which is a good thing.  And when the weather is nice it’s absolutely fantastic but sometimes it rains just when we were planning a picnic or outdoor activity. This is Ireland after all and rain is never far away.

While we can enjoy al fresco dining when the weather is fine, what about when the weather breaks? How can we “summerise” our homes so we still feel in a good mood and summery even though there’s an “April shower” happening outside?

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Results and Video of our May Draw 2016

Posted on May 30, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

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Hi folks,

here are the results and video of our May 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 April was held on May 30th. The results are as follows:-

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How To Create Impressive First Impressions

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Lorna S

How To Create A Hall With Wow FactorDo you ever open your front door and sigh because you’d love your hallway to have some wow? Is it starting to look a bit tired? Does it need redecorating and you would like it to impress visitors as they step into your house? First impressions count and once someone is greeted by a tidy, well-decorated hallway with a statement piece to take their breath away, their impressions last as they move into more rooms.

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Guest Bedroom Inspiration Ideas

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Lorna S

Guest Bedroom Decorating& Furnishing Tips

The summer holidays are coming and that may mean you’ll have visitors coming to stay. If you’re thinking of redecorating your spare bedroom, here’s some inspiration to help you decide on your scheme.

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Video Testimonial from Ricky Brennan

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

Hi folks,
here is a video testimonial we received a while ago from Ricky Brennan, Santry, Dublin 9. You can see the video feedback below:-

 

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9 Tips for Creating A Welcoming Spare Bedroom

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Lorna S

How to Create a Welcoming Spare Bedroom

Summer holidays are coming so whether you have guests arriving or you are thinking of making some extra income by renting out your spare room for Airbnb guests, is your spare bedroom really ready for guests? Making them feel special and comfortable while staying in your spare bedroom isn’t just a case of decorating it beautifully. It can require a few finishing touches too. What do you think of this list?

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Results and Video of our April Draw 2016

Posted on April 30, 2016 by Oliver Dempsey

tradesmen.ie monthly draw

Hi folks,

here are the results and video of our April 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 March was held on April 30th. The results are as follows:-

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Dining Room Decorating: Blue or Red?

Posted on April 26, 2016 by Lorna S

Dining_Room_Decorating_-_Blue_or_Red_Do you have a room that needs a makeover or even a fresh coat of paint? Whether the walls are grubby from children’s fingers or you need a change, redecorating a room can really make you feel happier every time you walk into it. It’s not always easy to choose a new colour for the walls or a new scheme though – particularly if you’ve decided 2016 is the year you’re going to be a little bit braver with your decorating. Continue reading →

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