If you have trouble sleeping, you may think you are simply suffering from insomnia or stress, but did you know that your bedroom can actually hinder a good night’s sleep? According to ‘This Old House’, your bedroom can disrupt your sleep with anything from the presence of too many electronics to the colour of your […]
How To Identify Dry Rot
Dry rot is a condition that can have seriously damaging effects on timbers in a home. Dry rot is a fungus that grows on, and breaks down timber. Despite its name, dry rot needs an environment that is high in moisture to grow. Leaking pipes, broken gutters, rain-water seeping through the roof and drainage issues […]
Pest Control In Your Garden
Pest control in your garden can be a pain, especially if you decide not to use any chemicals to keep the pests at bay. I love my garden and try - as much as possible - to avoid using any chemicals in it. Besides, I want my garden to be a safe place for my […]
Keeping Your Family Happy During A Renovation
A post submitted by a DIY-er and reader Planning and working on a new home project can be both exciting and stressful. The key is to make the outcome great so that it was worth all of the hard work. Two very common areas to revamp in the home are the bathroom and the kitchen, […]
How To Strip Oil Paint
Stripping oil-based paint can be a really messy job. I have to admit that I’ve never liked doing it. I only strip paint when I have to. I’d rather go the more difficult and longer route of sanding down old paint like I did here: How to paint wood. You still get a great finish […]
Top Tips For Organising Your Pantry
‘Top tips for organising your pantry’ will get your cupboard in tip top shape! Many of us have pantries or food cupboards stacked full of food items that get lost at the back of shelves - long since forgotten. No matter how hard we try, we lose things and eventually forget them when they fall […]
Installing Indoor Hot Tubs
Most people love to soak and relax in the interior surroundings of their homes and therefore choose to install indoor hot tubs. However, the installation of indoor hot tubs can be quite challenging compared to the outdoor hot tubs. Ever since ancient days, civilizations have discovered the health benefits of soaking in hot water tubs […]
