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The Finishing Touch: The Dos & Don’ts of Completing a Tiling Job

Whether you consider yourself a bit of a seasoned pro or you’re happy to admit this is the first time you’re turning your hand to tiling, one thing’s for sure: it’s definitely not the quickest home improvement task to undertake!  Whether it’s a kitchen splashback or decorative addition above the bathroom sink, when done right, laying tiles can completely transform the look of a space. Make a mistake, however, and you can be left with a bit of a DIY disaster on your hands. In any room, laying tiles requires... Read More

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Mix and Match: Using Tiles to Create Contrasts

If you’re looking to bring some eye-catching design into your home, this blog post could hold all the answers you need. Today, we’re taking a look at how you can mix and match different textures, colours and shapes to create striking contrasts that will give any room in the home that wow factor. Bold and beautiful bathrooms Over the past few decades, we’ve seen the use of wallpaper in bathrooms diminish – and for good reason. As a room that sees its fair share of splashes that can leave your... Read More

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Classic Blue: Tiles, Tips & More on How to Use This Colour of the Year

In our bid to satisfy your insatiable thirst for interior design trends and ideas, today, we’re taking a look at Classic Blue, Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2020, and how you can use this beautiful, vibrant colour in your home. Despite the fact that Pantone announced the colour late last year, this gorgeous hue is still making waves in the interior design world – and we’re here to help you master the art of incorporating it into a variety of rooms. From kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms and beyond,... Read More

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Black is Back: How to Nail Black Bathrooms in 2020

White and grey have been staple colours for bathroom design over the past few years, but 2020 has welcomed a new frontier with the rise of black bathrooms.  Luxurious, bold and chic, black bathrooms are perfect for achieving that statement bathroom you’ve been lusting after – and we’re here to help you nail the look. From tiling to styling, we’ll be sharing some ideas on how to use black as your base colour to successfully pull off the black bathroom trend. Get creative with playful patterns Black bathrooms may not... Read More

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The Budget Buster: How Much to Assign to Interior Design

An interior design overhaul often starts out as a list of your hopes and dreams for your home. Unfortunately, as the project begins to take flight, costs mount up and what generally happens is the flooring isn’t quite what you had in mind, or the fridge wasn’t the one that makes ice cubes. We make concessions throughout the process up to a point where what was once a dream home design has now been compromised into oblivion, and all in the name of staying on budget. Today, we’re looking at... Read More

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How to Harness Mirrors in Modern Home Design (From Tiles to Feature Walls)

Whether you’re decorating your kitchen, living room, bedroom or downstairs bathroom, understanding how to harness the power of mirrors in interior design will ensure you can transform any size, shape or style of room into a beautiful space. As the secret weapon of many interior designers, knowing how to use mirrors as more than just a practical feature for checking your reflection in bathrooms and bedrooms will guarantee your home’s interior design is packed full of character and charm. We’re not just talking about hanging one above your fireplace, though.... Read More

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Focal Point Fireplaces: How to Design an Eye-Catching Feature

Home to lazy afternoons spent reading and cosy movie nights, the living room has a big part to play in any home – so it’s only right that attention should be paid when it comes to designing a space you simply love spending time in. When it comes to interior design, all too often we overlook the more practical features, but these can hold plenty of aesthetic appeal, too. That’s why today, we’re turning our attention to the fireplace, and looking at how this staple living room feature can become... Read More

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Shower Room Ideas: Plan, Design & Transform Your Small Shower Room

When it comes to designing a stunning shower room, it doesn’t always have to come down to size. Yes, a palatial bathroom with oodles of room is what we all dream of, but small spaces can be equally as stylish with the right approach. That’s why, in today’s post, we’ll be looking in-depth at the essential steps and considerations you need to take for remodelling a modestly sized shower room. From planning small shower room layouts to choosing tiles, colour schemes, furniture, accessories and more, we’ll be walking you through... Read More

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7 DIY Home Improvements You Can Carry Out With Limited Materials

As the weeks draw on and you find yourself spending more time than ever in your home and garden, it’s hardly surprising that you’re getting tired of looking at the same interior day in and day out. But with many retailers closing their physical stores and online demand so high that it can take weeks to get your hands on any tools and materials, how can you treat your home to a touch of TLC during lockdown? Here, we’re bringing you 7 DIY home improvement ideas, exploring ways you can... Read More

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How to Design a Kitchen Interior: 4 Popular Approaches

While undoubtedly the heart of any home, the kitchen is sometimes overlooked as a place of function over a space to let your interior flare loose – with everything from cooking and washing-up to eating and even sometimes the laundry taking place within the kitchen area. Unfortunately, this means that it’s not uncommon for kitchen designs to quickly become outdated and, as a result, neglected. That’s why, in today’s post, we’re looking to offer up some interior inspiration through a range of different kitchen interior approaches, covering a range of... Read More