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Most people think about their curtains and blinds in winter, when keeping warmth in feels like the obvious priority. But the right window treatments matter just as much in summer. If you’ve ever sat in a living room that feels unbearably stuffy by three o’clock, or struggled to sleep in a bedroom that just won’t cool down, your windows are …
It can be hard to keep your home warm in the colder months – no one likes stepping onto an icy floor first thing in the morning. Flooring often isn’t the first thing that comes to peoples minds when it comes to insulation, but it can help with heat retention more than you may think. Poorly insulated floors act as …
If you’re updating your home (whether you’ve just moved in or are giving a room a much-needed makeover), chances are you’ve come to the classic question: curtains or blinds? It may seem like a small question at first, but there’s more factors to consider than you may first think. Although aesthetics play a big factor, you also need to consider …
Your carpet sees a lot of footfall in your home – whether it’s in your hallway, lounge, or bedroom. Over time, this can take a toll and it can start to look faded, dirty, or simply lacking life. The good news is that this is easily fixable. There are some quick, simple tips you can start to implement to ensure …
Interior trends may come and go, but William Morris designs have remained a staple in stylish homes for generations. His nature-inspired, hand-drawn patterns have graced living rooms, bedrooms and everywhere else for over a century – and they remain just as fashionable today. If you’re new to interior design, you may not be familiar with his work. In this blog, …
When searching for the perfect home furnishings company, it’s always helpful to see projects that have been completed in real homes. In this blog, we’re focusing on a recent project where we helped elevate a home by installing our blinds. Our customer had recently moved into a refurbed home with nothing covering their windows – meaning our task was not …
Shutters and blinds are something people choose to elevate their home aesthetically, but not many know the hidden benefits to energy efficiency they have. It’s actually estimated that heat gain and loss accounts for 30% of residential heating – this means a third of your energy use isn’t going towards your home! This is not only damaging to your bank …
One of the best ways to transform the look and feel of a room is to update the window dressings. With a gorgeous new set of blinds, you can enjoy a revamped space in next to no time and without needing to spend a fortune. Take a look at our top tips to help you find the right blind that’s …
When it comes to decorating a room, it is a bit like getting yourself dressed. You layer yourself. The same goes for decorating. You start with the bottom layer, the flat surfaces – that is, floors and walls and finish with accessorise. A rug is a simple way to update your floors and transform a room. For example, you can …
Rugs can breathe necessary warmth and cosiness into any room. Whether your home is modern and minimalist or old and classic, a rug can soften the most sterile environment. A rug has the power to tie together a room, whilst injecting a splash of colour into an otherwise bland room. They can also help tone down a cluttered space and best of all, can …