Homes & Gardens

House moths and clothes moths feast on and live in household textiles

Trade body puts the spotlight on textile pests in spring clean season

A spring clean is a perfect opportunity to protect clothes, upholstery and carpets from moths and beetles, British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has advised.

As warmer weather is on the horizon and householders consider a big spring sort out, BPCA is urging people to take steps now to protect their textiles.

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How to take the perfect Spring time snap

Spring photography tips to help you capture the beauty of the season

The lighter mornings and longer evenings are the perfect indication that Spring is just around the corner. With flowers starting to bloom, trees growing back their leaves and the skies getting brighter– it’s certainly one of the most photogenic times of year. With our time outdoors starting to increase due to warmer temperatures, it’s the perfect opportunity to make the most of this beautiful...

Outdoor offices can offer you a tranquil place to work

Five ways garden offices can boost mental wellbeing

With remote working looking to stay for the near future, our home offices are the beating heart of our work day. As such, it’s important for these offices to help us differentiate work from home. The commute is gone, and for some of us, the laptop we use for work is also the same one which we use as we put our feet up and watch the latest episode of Bridgerton on Netflix.

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What changes can you make to your garden to make improvements?

Summer is not far off and people will soon start to think about their gardens and what changes they wish to make in order to make it as best as they possibly can so they can make the most of it. Not everyone has a large spacious garden which can mean that the level of changes they make may be restricted, however, most people with a semi-detached or detached home will have a front or back (or...

Improving your home in 2021? Things you need to consider

We have all had a little more time in our homes than normal this year, and it’s definitely prompted a lot of people to think about making a more comfortable living space. Although it can be fun flicking through magazines and getting your ideal living space together, there are a lot of things to consider. We have put together a list to help you on your way to your dream home.

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Renters rights during lockdown

Renter's rights during the Coronavirus lockdown

As the Coronavirus lockdown continues to increase financial strain on the nation, it can be difficult to understand what help is on hand for renters who are struggling to keep up with payments.

Salman Haqqi, personal finance expert at money.co.uk said: “It’s really important to know that if you’re in rented accommodation and are facing financial difficulty due to the coronavirus...

6 ways to protect your garden from thieves

This winter, the UK has had more than its fair share of sub-zero temperatures and unpredictable rain/snow showers. Whilst we can all wrap up warm with hats, scarves and gloves, and throw on a waterproof jacket before braving the elements, we dread to think what state the garden is in!

Despite spending more time at home – due to the pandemic – it’s easy to neglect our outdoor spaces....

Where is your messy drawer

Weird things we chuck into the household 'messy drawer'

What’s in your messy drawer? Fess up - Every household has one

There are some unwritten rules that we all blindly follow in our homes, such as keeping all your carrier bags inside another carrier bag or putting clothes that have been lightly worn in a pile.

But the junk drawer is a thing of beauty – no one sets out to create one but somehow, all your odd bits and bobs find...

What’s the best way to communicate with your tenants?

If you use letting agents in Warrington to handle your portfolio of properties, you may hardly ever have to contact the people who are renting from you. It’s one of the many benefits of a full management package after all, and one less thing for you to worry about as a landlord. But there may come a time that you will need to liaise with tenants and knowing how to go about doing so can be...

3 Ways to Enhance Your Home Security

Do you want to protect your family from all of the external dangers that could potentially befall them? If you want to safeguard your loved ones in a highly efficient and effective fashion, it’s absolutely essential that you attempt to enhance your home security.

To find advice on what you must do to shore up the safety of your humble abode, be sure to read on.

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