A property is literally the biggest purchase you’ll ever make in your life. While this makes it really exciting, it can quickly become overwhelming and a little bit scary. Before you can actually get the keys and claim the house as your own, there’s the…
View PostIn Britain, we love our histoy. We tend to shout loud and proud about it, and we admire old buildings that contain plenty of secrets within their walls. You might have bought a period property for its charm, for its history, for its character. But…
View Post3 million tonnes — that’s the extra waste the UK generates over the festive period. As Christmas creeps closer, councils are already bracing themselves for abandoned trees, mountains of packaging, and all those “just in case” food purchases that quietly end up in the bin.…
View PostIf you’ve been eyeing those gorgeously detailed walls on Instagram and thinking, “I could do that,” you’re absolutely right you can! Panelling is one of the quickest ways to add character and value to a room without doing some serious renovations, so it doesn’t surprise…
View PostSince we moved into our current house five years ago, I’ve become a little obsessed with creating the perfect oasis for both us and the little creatures that live in our garden. We’re very lucky to have such a great outdoor space, but I’m always…
View PostWhile homes with basements are few and far between in the UK, those that do have them can be prone to water damage. Has your basement turned into a pond after recent storms? Finding water where it shouldn’t be is always annoying and worrying, especially…
View PostWhen I created Dream of Home, I envisioned it as a place for people on a budget. I don’t spend hundreds of pounds on bedding (or even furniture) and I wanted to show how my love for a bargain can result in a lovely home.…
View PostSilverfish are something I’ve never seen or heard of outside my parents’ house. My parents have had them for years, and they’ve tried to get rid countless times. But they’ve only ever got bigger. When they first started noticing them, they were tiny little things.…
View Post*This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you book through the links provided. For November’s property of the month, we’re venturing into North Wales for the first time. And when you see the pictures, it’s not surprising as…
View PostCongratulations, you’re getting a brand new kitchen! It’s super exciting, and I’d love the chance to transform ours (maybe one day soon). But you may not feel as excited as you do daunted. Daunted by all the decisions to be made, the new cabinets style,…
View PostLooking for a removal company you can actually trust? The process can feel really overwhelming. After all, these people will be handling literally everything you own. Handing over the keys to the vehicle that holds all your belongings might make you anxious, especially when there…
View PostPlanning an international move can feel like a huge task (because, let’s face it, it is). Whether you’re relocating across the Atlantic to the UK or heading from London to another continent, moving thousands of miles away from home involves far more than packing boxes.…
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