Search
-
Categories
- Bathroom (270)
- Bedroom (250)
- Decorating (80)
- DIY & Building (317)
- Electrical (343)
- Furniture (380)
- Garden (275)
- Heating & Fireplaces (137)
- Home Finance (22)
- Home Security (102)
- Interior Design (502)
- Kitchen (391)
- Other (577)
- Property (25)
- Tiles & Flooring (160)
Monthly Archives: April 2009
Lutron’s Dimmers Offer Greater Control And Sleeker Looks
A room can be completely transformed by lighting, yet the control of it via dimmers remains one of the most overlooked and underused aspects of home interior design.
Quality dimmers – such as those from Lutron, whose founder invented the electronic dimmer in 1961 – can be used in rooms to create dramatic or subtle changes of ambience, to suit both mood and occasion.
Dimmer switches also help save energy, as dimming a bulb’s light output will normally reduce its energy consumption and extend its life, whilst having only a minimal change in perceived light levels. By dimming lights by 10%, it is possible to save around 10% of energy.
What makes Lutron’s dimmers stand out, is an over-riding commitment to technology and design – which results in a significant ‘step-up’ from the usual dimmer experience.
This is because Lutron’s dimmers are designed by some of America’s best engineers, are made using top-quality materials and finally are tested far above industry standards.
Read more about : Home Automation, Home Entertainment, Home Lighting, Light Switches
Thea’s Unique Range Of Hand-Painted Ceramics
Gallery Thea is a working studio, shop and gallery situated on the East Anglian coast in Suffolk, in the vibrant coastal town of Southwold.
The studio was first set up by artist Thea Cutting in 2000, and in 2004 she was selected as one of the finalists in Country Living magazine’s Rural Women in Business Award.
Gallery Thea offers a unique range of hand-painted and personalised ceramics, such as items from the Nursery Collection featured here, available mail order and online at www.gallerythea.co.uk.
Bang & Olufsen Launches Giant TV Concept
With the launch of the BeoVision 4 103-inch television, Bang & Olufsen takes a quantum leap towards the ultimate flat screen television.
Not only is it one of the biggest televisions on the market, it is also the only giant television to come with a stand that can lift the television at the touch of a button and turn and tilt it to the optimal viewing position.
Powerful and discreet-placed on a motorized floor stand, BeoVision 4-103 represents a whole new approach to the placement of a giant flat screen TV; the screen itself will rest only inches above the floor when the TV is not in use, reducing its prominence in the room and concealing all integrated applications.
Read more about : Home Entertainment, LCD TVs
Affordable Bathroom Design From Aston Matthews
Don’t let the credit crunch cramp your style – Bathroom specialist Aston Matthews offers a wide range of baths, basins, WCs and taps, suitable for every budget.
As well as top end inspirational products, there is a comprehensive collection of designer pieces with a more modest price tag – such as their striking Cono table top basin.
Or the Delta wall hung WC £171 and bidet £113. (In our picture)
Read more about : Bathroom Sinks, Bathroom Suites, Bathroom Taps, Bathroom Toilets
New Roman Blinds With Matching Curtains And Cushions
Novatec’s new range captures the essence of nine quintessential British homes with the fabrics, textures and colours having been painstakingly selected, to mirror the individual styles of each home-owner.
From the contemporary metallic and sleek, minimalist styling of “The Wharf†through to the vibrant colour palette of “The Broadwayâ€, there is a style to suit every interior.
It is a versatile collection, nothing too outlandish or restrictive – a real collection for real people and real homes.
Read more about : Curtain Fabric, Cushions, Home Interiors, Stair Rods, Window Blinds
Bathroom Trends And Individual Style From CP Group
Katherine Lyne, Marketing Manager at leading UK tile manufacturer and distributor the CP Group, explains why tiles are the perfect way to introduce individual style into a bathroom:
More than ever people want to create their own distinctive look and tiles are perfectly placed to respond to this demand, especially in rooms such as the bathroom, where the overall colour scheme is predominantly white.
Whether you are looking for a small, subtle change or to make a dramatic style statement, tiles offer unrivalled choice in terms of colour, texture, pattern, size and shape and are a quick and easy way to give an off the shelf bathroom suite the wow factor.
Read more about : Ceramic Floor Tiles, Ceramic Wall Tiles, Floor Tiles
Alternative Easter Gifts From John Lewis
Looking for alternative gifts this Easter? Whether it’s sweet treats for the little ones or tempting delights for grown ups, John Lewis has something to satisfy every taste and budget this year.
Wanting a twist on the traditional Easter egg? A slab bar is ideal; hand crafted and decorated using only traditional methods select from Belgian white or milk chocolate, £5.
If chocolate isn’t your preference the dipped gingerbread slab is just right, covered in dreamy white chocolate and decorated with pink chocolate buttons, £2.75.
Read more about : Chocolate
Book Your Home In For Stylish Storage From Nathan
Banish your rickety shelves and wobbly flat pack bookcases and display your book collection and treasured photographs in style, with Nathan Furniture’s new Shades Living Library Collection.
The new collection is an extension to the popular Shades range launched in 2008; it features stylish bookcases in warm mid tone teak, which combines the signature Shades curved design with the ultimate in practical modular flexibility.
The bookcases are available in varying heights and widths, allowing them to be configured together to create a multitude of looks – ideal for displaying your treasured possessions, or for providing sturdy extra storage.
Read more about : Bookcases, Dining Tables
Menu’s New ‘Retro Feel’ Tea And Coffee Pots
The past meets the present in Menu’s new version of the classic porcelain coffee pot, which has become a fully modern cafetiere.
At first glance, Menu’s new cafetiere looks similar to the porcelain coffee pots of the past, but closer examination reveals an untraditional combination of materials and a couple of striking new details. There is also a teapot to match.
Most cafetieres are made of glass and stainless steel. Designer Pernille Vea explains that it is extremely complicated to produce a well-functioning cafetiere in bone china.
Read more about : Kitchen Accessories, Tableware
A Gorgeous Easter Gift – China Personalised Easter Egg
A gorgeous Easter Gift, The hand painted and personalised Easter Egg from GettingPersonal.co.uk makes a beautiful Easter Gift.
The China Egg is a lovely gift this Easter time and comes in 3 wonderful designs featuring either an Easter Chick, Flowers or the Classic design.
Each Easter Egg can be personalised with the name of your choice and the year you wish to appear on the egg.