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Tiling Your Staircase: A Step By Step Guide

With Covid-19 still causing many of us to stay indoors, more and more households are now turning their hands to DIY – whether that be a result of spending more time than ever within your existing outdated interiors, or simply as a means of curing your lockdown boredom!  Tiling can, at the best of times, be a daunting task – but is tiling your staircase even more difficult than wall or flooring installations?  Here we’re exploring exactly that, offering up a no-nonsense, step by step guide (see what we did... Read More

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Stars, Stripes and…Tiles? 5 Ways to Pull Off An American Style Kitchen

Only recently have kitchens become one of the main socialising areas within British homes. With this in mind, more and more of us are dreaming of an American style open plan kitchen – but with older homes traditionally having smaller galley kitchens, pulling off that ideal interior is no easy feat. That’s why today, we’re giving you 5 open plan kitchen ideas from across the pond to help inspire your next interior renovation. Consider your available space  When you think American kitchens, you automatically think of a large open plan... Read More

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What’s the Gloss? Deciding if Gloss Finish Tiles Are Right For You

When you first start the tile buying process, it’s highly likely that your main focus will be on colour schemes and designs you want to pull off for the perfect home update. However, you’ll also need to decide which tile finish will work best for you.  That’s why today, we’re giving you the gloss (sorry, we couldn’t resist a little wordplay) on whether high gloss floor or wall tiles are the way to go. Running through the pros and cons of both gloss and matt finishes, we’ll give you all... Read More

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How to Transform Your Home into a Rental Property

If you’re looking to jump on the bandwagon and transform your home into a viable vacation rental to generate some extra income, this post is for you. In most cases, renting out your property as a holiday home requires little experience to get started while offering the chance to tap into the increasingly popular demand for personalised and unique holiday experiences. To help you on your way, we’ve put together four simple steps, so you’ll be ready for the grand opening of your vacation rental property in no time! Prepare... Read More

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Big and Bold: Statement Bathroom Interiors to End The Year

There’s no doubt that 2020 has been an unusual year so far, with the global pandemic continuing to impact every aspect of our daily lives. However, with just a few months to go until we welcome in 2021, we thought it would be nice to escape the present (even if just for a few minutes) and explore some big and bold bathroom interior ideas that could be just what’s needed to end this unprecedented year in style. From dramatic black to pretty pink and striking patterns, this year’s bathroom interior... Read More

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Rock the Splashbah: How to Use Tiles for Splashback Solutions

Table of contents What is a splashback and why bother? How to choose the right splashback tile material for you Splashback style inspiration If you’re looking to give your home interiors a rocking new look, then chanting ‘Rock the Splashbah’ to the tune of The Clash’s hit from the eighties, Rock the Casbah, is sure to kickstart your creativity (well, maybe that’s just us!). However, if that doesn’t get you inspired to give your walls an update, then this blog definitely will.  Today, we’re focusing on the humble splashback, exploring... Read More

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How to Make Open-Plan Spaces Work

With the meteoric rise of open-plan living, it’s easy to see why it’s become such a popular interior design choice to suit modern lifestyles. However, in terms of functionality and aesthetics, it does require some thought and discipline to ensure open-plan spaces work. From contemporary chic to rustic retreats, open-plan living offers endless potential for embracing different design styles. In this post, we’ll be delving into why this format has become such a desirable trend and how you can make it work within your home – whether you’re living in... Read More

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The Finer Things: Creating the Luxury Look With Tiles (Whatever Your Budget)

Using tiles as your decor material of choice definitely makes sense from a practicality and durability point of view. But did you know that tiles can also be the ideal option for pulling off a luxury look in your home? And you don’t need to have a huge budget to get the look, either.  Yes, having a decent amount of money to invest in your home update will mean there’s possibly more scope to indulge your creative designs, but this doesn’t mean those with modest budgets can’t get the look... Read More

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The Art of Serene Living Room Design

Your home should be your happy place, the one space you can rely on to help you relax and unwind. While a long bubble bath can help you in the short-term, creating a calming and serene environment to come home to will help clear your mind the moment you step through the door.  To counter the chaos of your day-to-day life, in this blog post we’ll explore the art of creating a peaceful living room environment in your home. From considering textures with living room tiles and woven throws to... Read More

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Cheap Bathrooms Ideas: 12 Simple Updates For Under £100

Despite being one of the busiest rooms in your home, decorating your bathroom is often a low priority for homeowners. For some, this is due to the idea that bathrooms are simply there to serve a purpose and not to look pretty. However, for a large majority, the decision comes down to cost – a complete interior overhaul is often enough to make anyone wince. But what if we told you that you can get that gorgeous bathroom update on a small budget?  In this post, we’re going to prove... Read More