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Home Office Design Ideas

The environment where you work has a serious effect on the results you will produce. That being said, creating a productive atmosphere can be difficult. With at least 37% of people working from home during lockdown[i] and many of them continuing to do so, though, putting together a home office that allows you to work hard…

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The Ultimate Guide To Budgeting

The cost of living in the U.K. is constantly on the rise and, no matter how small your family is, you’re likely to get hit by the rising prices. Hence why so many families all over the U.K. are starting to rely on budgeting. The average household generally spends around £587.90 per week[i] and, although it…

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10 Tips For Making The Most of Small Spaces

Depending on what kind of person you are, interior design can be a dream come true or an absolute nightmare. Whichever of those groups you fall under, you’d be hard up to find many people who will tell you how much they love styling small spaces – and that’s because they’re incredibly tricky to get…

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What is net zero?

The climate crisis has been all over the news recently, and for a good reason – reducing our carbon emissions and tackling climate change is vital for the future of the Earth. Within this dire news, though, the phrase net zero has been continuously popping up. This relatively new aim is constantly being discussed, with…

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Getting to Know Bulb: The Next Generation Supplier

We pride ourselves on our ability to help households improve their comfort and energy efficiency through underfloor heating. But we’re also keen to recommend other ways in which they can save money and energy. Especially if it means they get to do their part in building a more sustainable future! If you’ve switched energy plans…

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Is The UK Becoming A Nation of Renters?

For countless years, one of the more traditional aims for nuclear families and first-time home searchers alike has been to own their own property. Although purchasing is still the more popular way to go when moving home, a startling number of people in the U.K. are shunning this traditional route and opting instead for renting…

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On A Tight Budget? Here’s How You Can Save Money On Your Bills

Some of us can’t help but approach bills with a sense of dread, and with the constantly rising prices, it’s no surprise. Approximately 14% of people in the U.K. (that’s over 7 million) fell behind on their essential bills in 2020[i], and though it might seem like a never-ending spiral, there are things you can…

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How to sell your house – our top tips

Despite the pandemic, over a million homes were sold in 2020 in the UK[1], showing that, as long you practice good caution and follow the correct laws, coronavirus doesn’t have to put you off selling your own. So if you’re unsure about how to sell your house or you’re a nervous first time seller in…

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Adding A Conservatory to Your Home – What You Need to Know

A conservatory has been a desire in Britain since the 17th century, and they have seen a steady rise in popularity since the 1980s. Approximately 18% of households in the UK have a conservatory[1] now, and if you’re looking to boost the value of your home or are dying for a bit more space, it…

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UK Tenants’ Rights – what you need to know

Finding a home isn’t easy, and it can be pretty tricky to find the right rental property to live in. For most renters, once they find a home, they live in relative peace and harmony. Unfortunately, not all renters’ experiences are happy ones. This can be incredibly daunting when renting from private landlords. Many private…

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