When selecting light fittings, take account of the quality of light that is needed for the task and function of the room. CEILING LIGHTS Ceiling lights are fixed to the ceiling and provide good illumination for the whole room. The downside is that it is difficult to control glare and create shadow and contrast. Installing …
ROOFS Looking after a roof is key to maintaining a property – if the roof leaks it can cause all sorts of damage. Mostly, slipped, missing, cracked or broken slate or clay tiles are the reason for leaks. When repairing roofs, ensure that new work is consistent with the old and check that every section …
Attractive brickwork should simply be put in good order and left at that – don’t be tempted to paint it. Brickwork should be repointed when necessary; it will not only look smarter, but it can also remove the main cause of damp penetration. Make sure that the new mortar matches the old. Rendered walls (from …
Scandinavia is a collection of countries that traditionally refers to three northern European countries—Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Sometimes, it includes Finland, Iceland, and Greenland. Though there are several historical and cultural similarities between these nations, there are also more than a few notable differences. The way in which they became united under the banner of …
A window shutter is a solid and stable window covering usually consisting of a frame of vertical stiles and horizontal rails (top, centre and bottom). Set within this frame can be louvers (both operable or fixed, horizontal or vertical), solid panels, fabric, glass and almost any other item that can be mounted within a frame. People are opting to use shutters …
TYPES OF BLINDS Bay window blinds: For bay windows, blinds always look classy and chic — especially if you match the color to the design of the rest of the room. Windows with built-in blinds: If you have small children in the home, you can get windows with built-in blinds. They’re convenient, require less maintenance, …
A window treatment is a cover or modification of the window, often with the aim to enhance the aesthetics of the window and the room. There are many types of window treatments,few of them are:- Hard Window Treatments You can get cellular or honeycomb fabric shades, vinyl, metal, fabric or wood window blinds, mini blinds, …
Full of wonderful color, texture and patterns, the choices are endless and the complexity of styles is fantastic. You can even get murals in wallpaper now! Simply superb and used in the correct context, they just look fantastic. I know I am using a lot of adjectives in this article, but I have been brought …
The “marble” floor was hand painted using a marbling paint effects technique. A lot of love and creative energy went into this floor and the finished product says it all. Most definitely different from the neighbours. With a young family the floor is ideal, it is easy to clean and difficult to damage. It has numerous coats …
Fabric is fun and you can change the look of a room in an instant but adding a fabric. Be it subtle with a textured neutral or dramatic with a bold pattern, fabrics can change the style of a room inexpensively. You can change the look for the seasons, for children or visitors, for now …
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