Chimneys need to be cleaned at least once a year or three times per year when using the fire daily or burning solid fuels such as wood and coal. Cleaning prevents a dangerous build-up of soot, which can lead to chimney fires.
Energy-efficient lighting saves you money and is kinder to the environment. We have pulled together some of the best ideas you can implement inside and outside your home to lower the cost of your lighting.
A freshly painted metal gate makes the exterior of a property look well maintained. Exposed to Irish weather, metal gates are prone to rusting and need to be cared for. Follow our guide to paint your gate to a professional standard.
You should love your kitchen, you spend plenty of time in it. Thankfully, kitchen makeovers don’t always mean a new fit out - and a bank loan! Try our low cost DIY kitchen makeover ideas you can complete on any budget and in your own time.
This is one area where you can let your imagination run wild! Using fun and colourful designs, paint and accessories, you can create an exciting atmosphere for your child to enjoy. It is their space in your home and it should reflect their personality.
The internet is full of trendy upcycling ideas and we think it's a great way to reduce your household waste; reusing items you would have otherwise just thrown out. It's a creative and fun, cheap and environmentally friendly activity for all the family.
To paint your front door with a professional finish, follow our simple guide. For a new door you can start at step one. An existing door may need to have old and flaking paint stripped off first, and for this see our guide “How to Strip Paint”.
A raised bed looks great and can be made to suit any size of garden; see our guide “How to Make a Raised Garden Bed”. Follow this guide to prepare your bed for a high yield of vegetables.
Hanging a mirror or picture is often the finishing touch required to complete a room. These items can be heavy and need to be securely hung without putting strain on the wall. Follow our steps to complete the task safely.
Why lose all that floor or countertop space, when the TV can be mounted to the wall. This is often a more comfortable viewing position for your TV too. Follow our simple steps to wall mount your flat screen TV quickly and easily.
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