Home & Garden

19 March 2016

Choosing your perfect bed

The foundation of a good night's sleep is the bed on which you rest. Silentnight Marketing Director Nick Booth says "Most people don't understand the jargon associated with beds and mattresses ...
18 March 2016

Three-quarters of UK couples postponing marriage to buy a house

A survey carried out by lettings and estate agency Chestertons shows that for 71% of couples, buying a home is their top financial priority. With average house prices reaching almost ...
18 March 2016

Spring cleaning exclusive - Celia Sawyer shares her interior design tips and tricks

-  Celia Sawyer, founder of the exclusive Knightsbridge interior design company 'Celia Sawyer Luxury Interiors', first hit our screens as the stylish, sassy and straight talking dealer on Channel 4's ...
17 March 2016

Clueless about carbon monoxide

-  Over a third of UK renters potentially at risk from carbon monoxide poisoning at home Despite new legal requirements for landlords, research reveals 35% of privately rented homes are not ...
17 March 2016

Still living at home?

With house prices and deposits becoming harder and harder to reach for young adults, many are opting to stay living at home with their parents into and beyond their late ...
10 March 2016

Get your cleaning products ready!

-  The days are getting longer and the first daffodils have bloomed; according to new research by leading floorcare brand Vax, this means spring has officially arrived. Closely on its ...
18 February 2016

Crafty minded: How to get into a new hobby

We have all heard of the colouring-book craze, turning a childhood favourite into a soothing pastime. If you are looking for other activities that help calm your mind and get ...

16 February 2016

Exclusive interview with Charlie Dimmock on her new range at Poundland

Poundland has teamed up with Charlie Dimmock to launch the new garden range at their affordable price point of just £1 each. We caught up with her to talk about ...

5 February 2016

Power paranoia grips the nation

-  Brits have gone gadget mad, but according to new research, the process of checking and re-checking appliances are switched off before leaving the house wastes UK adults more than ...
3 February 2016

10 reasons your dog needs love too this Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day is fast approaching and no matter how you're spending it this year, it's a time to show your nearest and dearest that you love, care and think about ...
21 January 2016

A beginner's guide to quilling

If you are looking to get 'crafty' and perhaps personalise a birthday present, tailor a Mother's Day card or 'jazz up' your home furnishings, the popular new 'quilling' technique is ...

25 December 2015

Have yourself a merry, healthy Christmas!

-  Clean- Keyboards, door handles and chopping boards are among the most germ ridden items in the home. Give all surfaces a clean before guests arrive - anti-bacterial wipes will ...
23 December 2015

Five tips for new cat owners

By Cats Protection Cats are one of the most popular pets in the UK and - they make a wonderful addition to any household. For new cat owners, the experience ...

18 December 2015

Treat yourself to a new bed this New Year

The New Year is a great opportunity to reorganise, take stock, and make a fresh start. What better space to rejuvenate than your personal sanctuary, your bedroom. After all sleep ...
5 December 2015

A very British winter

-  The energy supplier has reviewed statistics from previous years to ensure the UK is fully prepared this winter and for any cold snaps to come, there are also some ...
3 December 2015

Sleep expert shares its tips on getting your spare room ready for Christmas guests

Christmas is coming and so are the guests, so we're all frantically getting the house ready to accommodate this festive season. The good news is there's no need to dust ...
2 December 2015

Top tips for a perfect Christmas tree

Between six and eight million real Christmas trees are sold in the UK every year, and for many people, buying a Christmas tree kicks off the start of the festive ...
26 November 2015

Is your home at risk this Christmas?

As 90% of Brits admit to decorating their home and garden in the next few weeks, less than a quarter (23%) would consider the impact this might have on the ...
12 November 2015

How clean is your bathroom?

-  The combination of warmth, moisture and poor ventilation can potentially result in many bathrooms becoming a breeding ground for mould, mildew and bacteria. Typical bathroom germy hot spots include: The Toilet ...
6 October 2015

Mealworms could help reduce plastic waste

Mealworms could be crucial to solving the plastic pollution problem affecting the world, scientists have said. Plastic has long been considered non-biodegradable, and it is one of the largest contributors ...
3 October 2015

Give your home a ‘healthover’ this Autumn

Whether you love it or hate it, cleaning is a fact of life, no matter how much you loathe getting out the marigolds and scrubbing the floors, we bet you ...
30 September 2015

Top three tips when buying a puppy

Eukanuba Discover Dogs hosts event to tackle the problem of buying pups on a whim. Dog lovers gathered at the Kennel Club for a speed-dating pop-up to find their perfect ...

17 September 2015

Upcycling best practice

By Angela Noghani, Interiors Expert at Ideal World TV Creating a shabby chic look in your home can be costly if you start investing in new furniture. However, 'up-cycling' old ...

16 September 2015

Bring London Fashion Week trends to the bedroom

Create an on trend living space which Kate Moss would be proud of. From catwalk to home interiors, September is the perfect time to bring the runway style to your ...