The unfortunate reality is that so many wooden staircases are hiding their true beauty beneath old carpeting. This means they’re not maximising their full potential. But if you’re dreaming of having refinished stairs, we’re here to help. So here are the steps you need to follow: <h3>Remove carpet</h3> Take out the old carpeting and any […]
Marble has been around for millennia. It’s bold, elegant, and people will always use it in kitchen countertops, fireplaces and more. However, limestone can make for a fresh and exciting alternative. And with its textured finish and understated colouring, limestone is especially well-suited to settings such as spas and bathrooms. That’s because settings like these […]
There are myriad options from which to take your pick when it comes to worktops. So it may be a little harder to get your countertop choice right than you initially realised. Indeed, with potentially thousands of options on offer, it can be easy to feel slightly overwhelmed. What’s more, any kitchen countertop represents a […]
Marble tiles do more than just look gorgeous when you use them in flooring. This stone is hardwearing, and has great insulating properties. Here, we offer some advice on keeping your marble-based floors looking amazing for longer. <h3>Yellowing of marble floor tiles – why does this happen?</h3> Iron, which can occur naturally in marble, is […]
Wooden floors bring style, elegance and warmth to any property. And you’ll find a greater range of designs, colours and textures than you may have realised. But whether you’re moving somewhere which already has timber flooring in place or fitting a new surface, you’ll want to make it your own. And staining is one of […]
Granite worktops remain a popular option with homeowners. One US study, for example, found that almost a quarter (23%) chose this stone for their kitchen remodels, while it’s also a sought-after material in bathrooms. That’s perhaps not surprising when you consider that granite is sturdy, won’t fade over time and shrugs off chemicals, heat and […]
We know we’ve addressed this issue previously. But a new year is a great season for decluttering your home. And given that January can often be one of the quieter months, you may find you have more time for it – and for reaping the resulting practical and wellbeing benefits. So here are some more […]
Kitchen islands can provide numerous benefits, including the creation of a casual seating area, the provision of extra storage and food prep space plus a convenient place to keep all your appliances. And if you go for a model in gorgeous limestone, you can reap numerous additional advantages as you enjoy this lovely natural material. […]
Thanks to its timeless style and elegance, combined with durability and practicality, marble remains a popular choice for everything from bathroom vanities to kitchen worktops and floor tiles. This gorgeous stone is also water-resistant, resists changes in temperature and is, broadly speaking, pretty easy to look after. But marble cleaning is always something people ask […]
It may surprise you to learn that, in fact, wood can work very well as a material for a bathroom floor. And that’s the case whether you have a luxury designer sanctuary or something smaller and rather more functional. With wood, you introduce warmth and a natural texture to one of the most important spaces […]