Interiors

The Environmental Benefits of Real Christmas Trees over Artificial Ones

With the holidays just around the corner, many of us often ask the same question: should we get a real or artificial tree? As environmental issues are growing continuously, this can pose a difficult choice.

Contrary to popular belief, live trees provide major environmental advantages over their synthetic counterparts. Getting your hands on a fresh, real fir has also never been easier as live...

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From Deluxe Dog Den to Practical Sewing Room The Choice Is Yours

FOR the pampered pooch it could be the ultimate dog den, for the DIY enthusiast the greatest workstation, or, for the avid reader, their very own personal and private library…

In fact, with the lower ground floor space in the Delamere house type from Elan Homes at Holcombe Gardens in Ramsbottom, the possibilities are limited only by a buyer’s imagination.

“And that is...

One Third of us won’t host Christmas due to the size of our homes

Research by Manor Interiors , the expert in build-to-rent furnishing solutions, reveals that one-third of us will refrain from hosting Christmas celebrations this year due to embarrassment about our homes.

With Christmas only a few weeks away, friends and families are busy making plans to get together and celebrate.

However, 34% of people surveyed by Manor Interiors stated...

Experts warn of three common mistakes Brits make when looking after Christmas trees

Fir God’s sake – Experts reveal simple hacks to keeping your tree alive for longer this Christmas

In recent weeks, it’s been reported Brits have started panic-buying their Christmas trees. For those who plan on getting their Christmas tree early, experts have shared simple key tips within the home, that can ensure the tree is still alive ahead of the big day.

The Christmas...

Five fantastic furniture materials for eco-friendly homes

Home decoration can be a fun yet daunting task to take on for any homeowner, new or old, and for many, finding the right piece that suits both you and your lifestyle can be difficult. If you are more environmentally cautious than others then finding furniture that contributes the least to the climate crisis could be a high priority to you, so knowing what materials to look for is essential....

Five great Christmas decoration ideas for traditional-style homes

It is very easy to fall into the habit of putting up the same Christmas decorations year after year. We have all done that trip up into the loft, dusted off that dusty and faded Santa statue and placed him in the exact same spot that he’s stood for the last decade or two. If you are looking for a bit of a revamp, or want some inspiration for your new home, then look no further, as this list...

Revealed! Experts unveil how your home should be styled based on your star sign

Swoon reveals how you should style your home based on your star sign

With a whole host of interior advice at your fingertips, it’s time to step away from the keyboard and take some inspiration from your true self. Forget baseless style guides and Insta-worthy must-haves - the UK’s leading online design-led furniture brand, Swoon , reveals what your abode style is – established around...

Property market analysis: Staging your home could add £47,000 when selling

The latest property market analysis by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves , has revealed that staging your home during the selling process could boost your sale price by as much as £47,000.

Staging is generally considered to be an American property market import, but it really just requires a few finishing touches in addition to the work we already put in before...

A guide to making your home more eco-friendly – without breaking the bank

Thanks to increasing climate awareness around the world, more and more people are looking to do their bit to reduce their carbon footprint.

At first, this can feel either like wishful thinking or hopelessly expensive. After all, the most popular eco solutions are still significant investments: technology such as wind turbines, solar panels, an electric car and charging port or...

The right curtains and blinds to keep the heat in this winter

With energy bills expected to rise by 12%* this winter, the right curtains and blinds are needed now more than ever to keep the heat in and save families money.

Picking the correct curtains and blinds impacts the amount of heat let in and out of a house, providing further insulation to a home, plus their textures, colours and designs can elevate a room.

Fabric experts...

Show Home Offers Fresh Look at Life in Abberley

FROM a fun children’s room to practical space for working from home, a new show home in Abberley has been styled with modern living in mind.

The eagerly anticipated show home at Elan’s Three Js development is now open to view by appointment only.

The three-bedroom Wythall show home has been styled by Edward Thomas Interiors, using a base palette of warm greys and beiges with...

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