Buying a house is usually a complex process, involving loads of documentation, time and money. Since purchasing a property requires a huge sum of money, most individuals apply for a home loan from banks or other financial institutions. However, home loans are different compared to other forms of borrowing, mainly because the amount involved is … Read more
Need to call your friend while you put in your contacts? A company called Viio has created mirrors that let you chat through your mirror. Viio equips its mirrors with Bluetooth, so you can connect them wirelessly to your mobile device, tablet or computer. The built-in microphone and speakers let you make phone calls or … Read more
We reveal the best Blu-ray players you can buy in the UK in 2017. Blu-ray player buying advice. Most popular Blu-ray players to buy today. Also see: Best Tech Deals In a world of online catch-up TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime and YouTube who needs a DVD player any more? Without the arrival of high-quality Blu-ray … Read more
Make large, open-plan spaces work by using colour to define different functions. Try white, handleless cabinetry for a practical, easy-to-maintain cooking and food preparation area. Introduce a contrast shade on a breakfast bar island to signpost the change of function, but keep the worktop white to indicate that this is a dual-function surface. For dining, go unfinished wood – … Read more
NAS drives are like cloud storage: you can access all your files from anywhere, both inside and outside of your home or office. You can use them to store and play your music and video collections, as well as documents and other files. Also see: Best Tech Deals NAS drive buyer’s guide NAS stands for Network Attached … Read more
With slightly tougher conditions ahead Gary Warby, Managing Director Premier Windows, highlights ten home improvements to help you sell your home. Recent reports show that while far from having a catastrophic impact on the housing market, house sales have taken a down turn while buyers wait for the Brexit situation to settle down. This … Read more
Orchids can be relished all year round due to its wide variety in shades, shapes and sizes, and this winter, they are the perfect centrepiece for your home. An orchid instantly adds atmosphere to your interior, and thanks to more than 25,000 varieties, there is always one to match the latest winter trends. For example, … Read more
Diwali is just around the corner. While some may look forward to the festival, there are others who know only too well how the choking smoke is going to affect them. And how that night is a preview of what is to come all through winter. We do not wear masks, and so far, we … Read more
Often it’s in the height of summer – when the sun is beaming down and plants are blossoming – that we think about how we want to improve our garden. As we’re sitting outside, we can see what needs doing and what changes we want to make. But award-winning garden designer, Michael John McGarr of Warnes McGarr & Co, recommends planning … Read more
Flymo’s 1200R is the most affordable robot lawnmower yet — and it’s pretty good at cutting grass, too It’s easy to see why robot lawnmowers haven’t yet hit the mainstream – they’re expensive. Early models cost up to £3,000, which is around ten times the cost of a traditional petrol-powered lawnmower. Flymo’s 1200R, however, is … Read more