How to keep a vacant property secure
Whether you own commercial property that either isn’t currently being used or is being renovated, it is very important to keep it secure from trespassers. Vacant buildings can often be the target of vandalism and could also be used by squatters. Unauthorised use of your site can be very distressing, so here are some of the best ways to ensure that your vacant property stays secure. Install temporary fencing Whether your property is...
How to be a happy man with a shed
How do you convince your wife, girlfriend or partner that a garden shed would be great for the garden? If she is resistant to the idea or simply doesn’t get it, try this approach. The relationship between a man and his shed is not to be underestimated. For generations, men have retired to the bottom of the garden to spend time in their shed to pot plants, tinker with tools, fix things or simply potter about. Why? It’s good for their...
Giving your kitchen the makeover it needs
Looking after a family and a home really is a lot to have on your plate, and there is a whole lot that goes into it as parents. It was interesting to see a recent study, which tried to quantify all things such as childcare, home improvements, washing and feeding children, DIY, transporting children, gardening and more as part of measuring the value of Britain’s ‘home economy’. The value of all these activities for the year 2014 came...
Wood-burning & Multi-fuel Stoves: Practical Yet Stylish
Wood-burning or multi-fuel stoves are not only economical and hot; they can be sexy, stylish design features, too, as well as adding value to your home. Energy prices are continuing to rise, and concerns over climate change are creating heightened environmental awareness. Increasingly, we are seeking sustainable solutions to the conundrum presented by our need to keep warm while reducing global warming. Not only in Britain, but across...
