As the autumn gets underway, thoughts are turning towards next year. (No, we’re not quite sure where 2023 has gone, either!) If you’re thinking about renovating the most important room in the home (your kitchen) next year, there are so many choices it can feel overwhelming. So to help you stay one step ahead, here […]
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Limestone is an entirely natural product, and an excellent choice as paving for driveways, patios and walkways. As a building material, it’s also a key component of cement. And while it may look quite similar to sandstone, it’s actually a very different substance. Here we answer some questions people often ask us about this stone […]
In bathrooms, a vanity unit essentially does away with the standard pedestal to combine storage with a washbasin. And you’ll find a wealth of colour, finish and style options from which to take your pick. What are the benefits of a bathroom vanity unit? It makes sense to combine a sink with a cupboard. After […]
As we pass the halfway mark of 2023, we thought it’d be a good time to look at some popular kitchen design trends for the year. We hope these ideas for sustainable materials, colours and storage options provide inspiration; they’re set to remain sought-after as we move into the second half of the year. Sustainable […]
Rather than the bog-standard barbecue this (or next) summer, why not go all-out and dazzle your guests by preparing and serving food from an outdoor kitchen? After all, it’s the ideal way to make the most of the sun when it’s out, and of spending quality time with family and friends. What’s more, with an […]
Granite worktops bring a number of benefits to your home. These include durability, low maintenance, an elegant look plus strong resistance to chipping, scratches and heat. What’s more, this beautiful natural stone is also an eco-friendly material. With so many advantages to them, you’ll be keen to look after your granite countertops well. And, sometimes, […]
As we’ve often said, it’s the most important place in the house, and the heart of the home. But, after a while, even the smartest kitchen can start to look a tad tired. However, you don’t have to replace the whole room. Instead, try these budget-friendly ideas for refreshing this part of your home. That […]
A recent study shows that nearly half (44%) of UK adults feel envious of other people’s kitchens. Meanwhile, two-thirds admit their own is not the ‘dream’ space they’d love to have. Electrical appliance giant Beko commissioned the research. It found that almost one in five (18%) used their kitchen to entertain in. This means the […]
It may (thankfully) already be a memory, but the Covid-19 pandemic has made everyone more conscious of hygiene, not least in the kitchen. Yet, viral diseases aside, keeping kitchen worktops in a condition so pristine that they’re clean enough to eat off is never a bad idea. Granite countertops typically come sealed. But that doesn’t […]
One householder who painted her granite kitchen worktops and then posted the results online faced a strong backlash for doing so. TikTok user Nicole said that she took action as she reckoned her countertops looked ‘too busy’. Having bought a kit to redo the epoxy surface, Nicole used three coats to cover up the stone […]