Renovating is not always easy. Even the the tasks that look like they could be simple can turn out to me a mission to finish! Have you ever found a few cracked tiles in the kitchen and thought about replacing them? It is okay if you have spare matching tiles, but what do you do … Read More “Buyer beware when buying a home” »
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So you have found the right property? There are so many things that you need to be aware of when buying a property. It is common these days for buyers to get a professional building inspection done, which will itemise any maintenance issues or immediate repairs that could be required. Of course, the inspector cannot … Read More “Don’t know where to start?” »
It is easy to get complacent about home maintenance when you are busy with life. There never seems to be enough time in a day does there? Of course, money could be an issue. Perhaps when receiving a quote that seems a little on the high side, you might want to find cheaper options, or … Read More “Never ignore maintenance issues” »
What is Minimalism? Do you ever feel like you are running from one task to another? Multi tasking to get things done and constantly in catch up mode, mobile phone in hand, and answering email after email, and then suddenly it is time to feed the family and catch up on laundry ? The bigger … Read More “Adopting a minimalist lifestyle” »
There is nothing better that going to sleep after a hard days work in a comfortable bed. But just as important as a comfy bed is the way in which your bedroom makes you feel. Feng Shui The ancient Chinese art of arranging living spaces called Feng shui is thought to maximise the flow of … Read More “Sleep easy bedrooms” »
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Do you ever feel like you are running from one task to another? Are you multi-tasking to get things done and constantly in catch-up mode, mobile phone in hand, and answering email after email, and then suddenly it is time to feed the family and catch up on laundry? The bigger the home you have, … Read More “The less you own – the less owns you” »
Thinking of upgrading your bathroom? Planning is essential to a successful outcome when remodelling your bathroom. There are many websites and suppliers that offer online advice. Consider the following before getting at least 3 quotations. Remember, what you visualize is not necessarily what the person that you choose to work with might visualize, so it … Read More “Bathroom renovations” »
Have you ever wondered about which indoor plants are good and which are bad according to Feng Shui ? A friend of mine once remarked that her son’s new girlfriend had left an obnoxious plant by her front door called “mother- in-laws tongue” as a belated Christmas gift. I laughed when I heard her describe … Read More “Good, bad or ugly?” »
You don’t have to spend a lot of money in order to refresh the decor in your kitchen When we received a few quotations for renovating an older 60’s style kitchen and bathroom, I was visibly shaken when I read the figure put in front of me by the saleslady with the glossy hair. She … Read More “Kitchen Makeover Time?” »