Watch any of the current real estate programs and you will soon realise that trying to sell a home with very little wardrobe space is an uphill battle. Everyone needs more places to store all the possessions they have accumulated. People inspecting dwellings to either buy or rent are now looking closely at storage space along with all […]
We all know that keeping our shower screens clean and sparkling lifts the appearance of the entire bathroom. However, keeping them that way requires regular effort, the best cleaning techniques and a basic understanding of the properties of glass.
A quick internet search will find many different methods to clean shower screens, but it is […]
Having the right amount of wardrobe space can mean the difference between finding the perfect outfit at a moment’s notice and trashing your bedroom in a panic so you won’t be late. In fact, lack of storage space is a problem not only in bedrooms, but also in the home office, bathroom and laundry.
It seems that in our affluence, we […]
Continued research resulting in improvements in the quality and safety of glass has extended the range of this product well beyond just closing off a window space from the weather. It now has a multitude of uses, and in the case of the humble shower recess, it has been raised from a pokey cubicle to a clean, bright and airy […]
It seems that the entire world is finally realising the environmental consequences of our “first world” lifestyle. After decades of slow progress, the push for alternatives to things we take for granted is rapidly escalating. All types of waste are now undesirable, so any initiatives to make a difference are welcome.
Householders are doing their part by seeking better ways to […]
The bathrooms of today are a long way from the basic, functional rooms of yesteryear when you consider that many homes did not have a separate room for bathing. Householders relied on a sheet hung across the door for modesty while cleaning themselves in a tub on the kitchen floor.
Nowadays, we prefer to […]
Regardless of how thorough you are when you clean your bathroom, eventually, it will start to look a little shabby. It is also one of those areas in the house that require regular maintenance, mainly because the surfaces are constantly exposed to heat and steam. Shampoo and soap residue, as well as the oils and hair from our bodies, can […]
Most householders enjoy keeping their surroundings tidy and clean to create a welcoming environment not only for themselves, but also for family and friends who visit their dwelling. Keeping our homes clean is not just a matter of pride, but it is essential to our health and wellbeing, as there is nothing that germs like quite as much as dank, […]
Mirrors serve several other purposes apart from allowing us to check that we look presentable before going out. Correctly placed, they can make a small room look larger, bounce light around to illuminate dark corners, and add an elegant touch to an otherwise boring decor. Safety mirrors allow us to see around blind corners and prevent collisions, and security mirrors […]
Designing a bathroom in a new home or renovating an existing bathroom that is past its prime requires careful planning, a realistic budget and some idea of a basic layout. Fortunately, there is a starting point, and that is to settle on one colour around which to build your new bathroom.
From this decision will flow all […]
