We all know that we need decent lighting in our homes. Lights can be helpful or harmful to our eyes, therefore it is important to have the right type in each room. Lights can either be functional or complementary to the room they are installed in. Here are a few tips on how to go …
The process of acquiring a new home is an exciting time for many people, the very prospect of owing a house and not having to answer to a landlord every end of the month is exciting. As you start to look for homes and the more houses you look at, you ask yourself ‘Isn’t it …
One of the most important functions of any house is good plumbing. Without good plumbing and wiring, a house can never be fully satisfactory. The first important feature in the house is the sink followed closely by the bathroom, toilet and the laundry. The last thing you want to ruin your peaceful nights is leaks …
The rainy season is with us again and while it might be cold, dark and wet outside, but your home needn’t be the same. We wrap ourselves in trench coats and warm boots and all sorts of layered clothing. After a hard day’s work at the office, you need to come home to a place …
Plants add life and beauty to any space and can be placed both in and outdoors. Potting plants is convenient if you do not have a garden or enough space but still appreciate the beauty that plants bring. They also give you the option to have plants that would not ordinarily grow in certain climates, …
What to consider when picking bathroom tiles There are a number of things you need to have in mind when you are considering bathroom tiles. They include a theme or a mood you want to create, daily shower steam or children happily splashing water. You may also want to make it the place you escape …
Creating Curb Appeal In this fast paced world, impression is everything. Keeping in line with the trend, we dress up for work or functions and feel good about it. Why should our homes be left out? This is where curb appeal comes in, as it is the general attractiveness of a house from the outside. …
We look at magazine covers with images of healthy looking, young and fit people, and aspire to be like them one day, perhaps in the near future. But how many of us use the gym or have a workout regimen? Leaving the house to go to the gym may not be everyone’s cup of tea; …
There has been a shift in the housing market, from the traditional stand alone houses to high-rise apartments as developers rush to meet the housing demand. Living in close proximity with others requires courtesy and a little more consideration as living space is limited. Facilities such as gardens or play areas are communal, making cooperation …
Most of a child’s early years are spent in the house. As children learn and grow, they climb, taste and touch anything they can get their hands on to satisfy their curiosity. It is therefore crucial, that parents are alert and take due diligence in making the homes safe. Child proofing your home is a …