- Only 4 weeks to go…is you home ready?
Only 4 weeks to go…is you home ready? Christmas is only 4 weeks away! Where does the time go? The last few months seem to have whizzed by and…
- Get in the mood for summer
Get in the mood for summer I always think May is such a gorgeous month with sunshine, blossom and the arrival of summer. Yesterday, I wandered round…
- Your Ideal Home
Envisioning the home you want and taking practical steps to move toward it through thoughtful design and improvement.
- Windows: Refurbishment v Replacement
Comparing repair and restoration of existing windows against replacement: cost, efficiency, and heritage considerations.
- What to Do When the Builders Have Finished
Post-project inspection, snagging, and care of newly completed work to ensure it weathers well.
- What to Consider When Choosing Your Contractor
Guidance on selecting a reliable decorator or building professional: qualifications, references, and key questions to ask.
- Summer Socialising – Get Your Home Ready
Preparing your home for guests and outdoor entertaining during the summer months.
- Summer Fête
Community connection and neighbourhood events: participating in and hosting summer celebrations.
- Spring is Here – Get Your Exteriors Gleaming
Spring home maintenance: exterior cleaning and preparation for the growing season.
- See You at the Richmond Expo
Community events and local resources: connecting with neighbourhood services and networking opportunities.
- Preparation, Preparation, Preparation
Why surface preparation is the foundation of professional-looking paint finishes and how to do it thoroughly.
- Only 20 Days to Go
A short final countdown guide: last-minute preparations for holiday season entertaining and festivities.
- New Year, New Colour
How to approach colour changes for a fresh start and tips for making it work throughout your home.
- Love the Room You're In
Creating a space you genuinely enjoy: practical advice on making any room feel welcoming and personal.
- Local and Loved
Supporting local businesses and creating community connection through thoughtful choices in your home and neighbourhood.
- High Drama in the Dead of Night
Home emergencies and urgency: preparing for heating, plumbing, and other unexpected winter crises.
- Have You Checked Your Gutters Recently?
Why regular gutter maintenance is essential and what happens when gutters fail to function properly.
- Guest Blog: Johnstone's
Understanding paint technical specifications and how to select appropriate products for your project.
- Get Your Home Ready for the Festive Season
Preparing your home for the broader festive season: decoration, comfort, and practical considerations.
- Get your home ready for Christmas
Preparing your home for festive celebrations: practical and decorative considerations for hosting guests.
- Get Your Home Ready for Autumn
Practical steps for preparing your home for cooler weather, reduced daylight, and increased indoor time.
- Fancy a Long Hot Soak?
Creating a luxurious bathroom retreat: bath design, ventilation, and ambiance considerations.
- Fancy a Deliciously Refreshing Shower?
Creating an inviting shower space: waterproofing, ventilation, and design considerations for bathroom showers.
- Decorating – Choosing the Right Tools for the Job
A guide to essential decorating tools: what you actually need and how to choose quality equipment.
- Choosing Your Colour Scheme
A guide to selecting a cohesive colour scheme for your home. Learn about colour theory, harmony, and practical considerations.
- Back to School
Preparing your home during school holidays and adjusting your living space as routines change seasonally.
- Autumn – a time of changing colours
How autumn's changing natural palette can inspire your home's decoration and seasonal preparations.
- A Guide to Painting and Decorating
Comprehensive guidance for DIY painters and decorators: planning, technique, and finishing professional-looking work.
- 50 Shades of Grey
Why grey has become the most versatile neutral for modern interiors and how to work with this sophisticated colour.