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You’re telling us to paint or wallpaper the ceiling? Have you gone mad? The answer, surprisingly, is no. One of the hottest interior design trends for 2025 is decorating our ceilings with something more than a lick of magnolia.

Winter is a time for creating a warm, cosy atmosphere inside but how we heat, light and fragrance our homes during the colder months could be slowly poisoning us.

As the summer months creep up on us, those with properties in Cardiff with small outside spaces are bound to be eager to make the most of them!

So, here are seven tips on how to maximise even the smallest of gardens.

The colour experts have spoken and the Pantone Colour of the Year 2025 is……Mocha Mousse. This annual choice is described as a colour that ‘captures the global zeitgeist’, and is a shade we expect to see in fashion, advertising and in our homes.

onservatories can have their downsides, but they also have many benefits. Even though these home extensions have been around for centuries, they are still considered a modern-day renovation for many homeowners.

In this article, we’ll provide our view on what the pros and cons are of conservatories to help you decide whether installing one is worth it for you

November is when winter really arrived. Dark mornings, dark nights, a touch of frost, even a layer of snow. It is also the month many of us will have fired up the central heating for the first time this season.

It’s the time of year to stock up on marshmallows and get toasting over an open fire! A bonfire in your garden can be great fun. But it’s always important to stay safe. Plus, if you’re selling your home, the last thing you want to do is cause fire damage!

If you’re looking to entertain your family and friends with a garden bonfire this Guy Fawkes night, here are eight tips to keep you safe.

The Guardian recently ran an article celebrating the ensuite bathroom. It highlighted the changing requirements of home movers who are, as a minimum, increasingly requesting an ensuite to at least one bedroom.

Many things have changed since the Covid pandemic but no one would have predicted how two new habits with no direct links to the medical world would radically shift our perspective, perhaps forever. Even more surprisingly, both habits have a direct link to property sales.

The annual ‘colour of the year’ announcements are always eagerly awaited by those who follow interior trends. The first to stick its head above the parapet and make an announcement this year is paint specialist Dulux. Its Colour of the Year 2025 is True Joy.

Do you find moving home stressful? It's very likely you do, and this is only natural.

Now, imagine how your dog might feel.

In the weeks running up to the move, all aspects of your dog’s normal life will become uprooted, from their normal routine to their belongings, even to the smell of their home.

Unfortunately, you cannot explain to them why everything they know is suddenly changing, but you can help to make the transition from one home to another less stressful for them, and here’s how you can do it.

Saying goodbye to your old house doesn't have to be ruff! Discover expert tips for creating a safe space, packing familiar items, and helping your furry friend adjust to a new environment.

The UK is a true melting pot where street names are concerned! We certainly have our favourites, with over 3000 ‘high streets’ and 2000 ‘station roads’ across the country. However, there are also some unusual and hilarious street names hidden across our beautiful counties.