Three tips for taking care of wooden furniture & accessories

November 2, 2019.Reading time 6 minutes.

If you’ve had a hard time maintaining that “like new” condition of your wood furniture and accessories, the good news is that with these simple tips, you’ll be able to prolong the lifespan of your wooden treasures, and pass them on to future generations…

7 Low-cost ideas for installing, salvaging & decorating garden decking

November 3, 2018.Reading time 7 minutes.

Garden decking can help transform your garden into an extra entertaining space. It makes it the ideal place to enjoy an alfresco dinner or to throw a garden party for your friends. Here’s how to install a deck in your garden at a fraction of the cost..

My hallway renovation – Inspiration for a Scandi space

June 26, 2018.Reading time 4 minutes.

My home renovation is finally back on track and I’m about to start work on my hallway. In today’s blog post I’m gathering inspiration for a scandi space…

How to recreate the dark flooring interior design trend on a budget

April 20, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

First it was dark walls, then it was dark kitchens and now the trend for all things dark has spread to flooring too. Here’s how to get the look in your own home if you’re on a budget…

Household DIY: What is joinery?

March 28, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

It is fair to say that wood is one of the best building materials you can use. But how can you use it to best effect when DIYing your home? Here are some tips on using joinery in your project…

Budget DIY: How to save money on real wood flooring

February 3, 2018.Reading time 5 minutes.

If you’re planning a house renovation, or simply want to add value to your home by redecorating a room with real wood flooring, it’s possible to minimise costs with one simple tip, so read on to find out how…

My hallway makeover – Creating a scandi look for less

October 5, 2017.Reading time 7 minutes.

Buoyed by finishing off our art nouveau guest room makeover, I’m now getting ready to tackle another space: the hallway. The wheels are in motion; I’ve picked out paint and flooring samples, pinned inspirational hallways on Pinterest and have even started filling the holes in the walls. In spite of all my research, I’m still […]

Parquet flooring: The comeback story

September 27, 2017.Reading time 3 minutes.

Parquet flooring is the new vinyl records. Making a surprising comeback, parquet has exploded back into the flooring scene and is ever increasingly becoming one of the most popular flooring types out there. You may remember parquet from your Grandparent’s house when you were a kid; the distinctive zig-zag patterns and geometric design make it […]

3 Tips for living with wooden floors

April 11, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

As you can probably tell from my past few DIY blog posts, flooring at been at the forefront of my mind. Firstly, I picked out the perfect white-washed colour for my bedroom floor, and last week I shared a step-by-step guide to installing laminate flooring. The next step is finding some hard-wearing flooring for the […]

Household DIY – How to install laminate flooring

March 23, 2017.Reading time 7 minutes.

I’ve recently laid laminate flooring in two rooms of my home and I can honestly say that it was a really easy process. I thought it would take days to install but we were finished within a couple of hours. As long as you have the right equipment – a saw, knee pads and a […]

Finding low-cost flooring for my bedroom

February 26, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

When I started decorating my bedroom, I knew I wanted to create a tranquil space. I’ve always dreamed of an entirely white room – even when I was a teenager I wanted to create a minimalist room for myself, although you can imagine how un-minimal a teenage girl’s single room is in reality! This project is therefore the culmination of that dream. White, white […]

Tuesday Shoesday – My week in #FloorSelfies

September 27, 2016.Reading time 11 minutes.

When I first heard about the #FloorSelfie challenge, I found myself getting a little excited. Not only do I love a good photo challenge, but I also love shoes, and taking photos of my feet for a week sounded like great fun. No need for any special equipment to get involved with this challenge; I […]

My favourite interior trends – Rustic wooden floors

September 24, 2016.Reading time 5 minutes.

Have you noticed just how popular wood flooring is again? Just browse interior design trends on Pinterest and you’ll find all the evidence you need. Despite the resurgence of lovely soft carpets, the popularity of hard-wearing sisal flooring and the design aesthetic of big chunky tiles, it seems like wood is beating all these flooring […]

A floral bedroom makeover – Flooring dilemmas

March 19, 2016.Reading time 6 minutes.

Whenever I get that spring cleaning feeling, it always turns into a bigger job than I imagined. What starts out as a wipe-down-the-skirting-boards and dust-the-curtain-rail kind spring clean, always seems to turn into a complete room makeover. And this year is no exception. That urge to decorate has arrived and I’m starting this weekend! As […]

Tuesday Shoesday – Nature’s footwear

January 15, 2013.Reading time 2 minutes.

Over the past couple of weeks I’ve had a few photos of shoes sent to me which have a common theme – natural materials. It started with these heels made from coral. I can’t help but think that ‘real’ coral might be a little too delicate for a full day of wear – and I imagine […]