What the heck is upcycling? Well, it's basically the art of turning junk into objects that are more valuable than the original items.
Home & Home Improvement
Kitchen Makeover
The heart of any home is the kitchen. If your kitchen is in need of a makeover, take plenty of time to decide what you want to do.
How to Breathe New Life Into Your Old Furniture
Do-It-Yourself or DIY furniture renovation can give you and your home a whole new lease of life as well as be a rewarding hobby.
Replacing a Tile
One particular job that I really dislike is replacing a damaged floor tile, particularly if it's a ceramic one. But whatever the cause, the solution requires hard and careful work.
Now is the Time to Complete Your Home Energy Audit
Stop energy bills burning a hole in your pocket. Summer is the perfect season to complete a home energy audit; find out how to do it here.
Know Your Rights when renovating – A Guide to Consumer Law
Seasoned renovators know that good relationships with competent tradespeople and reliable suppliers are the key to a successful renovation.
Land Price Pressure
While current homeowners might be happy with their high house values, unaffordability is not good news for first-home buyers, nor for those selling their home.
Wood Finishes
Recently I was asked a question that crops up on a regular basis and the question is "What finish should I use on a particular piece of furniture"?
Spring Clean Up Time
As winter moves into spring its time for the home owner to do a check around his or her property for any damage caused by the depredation of winter.
Spray Painting
A friend asked question last week about the best method of painting an old dining room chair with a wicker seat. Without hesitation I suggested using a tin of spray paint.





