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DIY Advice
The Big Green Home Show Is a Must for Self Builders
As the recession sees more frustrated would be homeowners turn to self build, they could be the people to lead the way in sustainable building.
For any budding self-builder or renovator, the choice to build and live ‘green’ can take up a lot of energy! Deciding which methods are the ‘greenest’, researching which products will save energy and calculating carbon footprint can be confusing.
However, for anyone committed to a more sustainable, environmentally-friendly and energy-efficient way of living, the Big Green Home Show at the National Self Build & Renovation Centre is a great place to learn about building and living ‘green’.
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How to Carve Your Halloween Pumpkin with Dremel
Carved pumpkins and gourds are wonderful ways to mark the festival of Halloween, which falls on Saturday 31 October; lit up at night either inside or outside your home, they’ll frighten away the ghosts and skeletons!
It’s really easy to carve your own Halloween pumpkins and ward off the evil spirits with the Dremel 300 multi-tool – just follow this step-by-step guide: Step One – Using a pencil, draw your design onto the pumpkin, pressing lightly at first until you are happy with the design and then go over the lines to clearly define them. Step – Two Using a Dremel 300 multi-tool and high speed cutter accessory, cut around the top of the pumpkin to form a lid. Set to one side. Scoop out the seeds and some of the flesh of the pumpkin with a spoon, making sure that you don’t puncture the skin. Step Three – Cut out the shapes carefully using the Dremel; work into the corners and curves cautiously to ensure a neat finish. Step Four – Put a candle or nightlight inside the pumpkin and light it to finish.
Materials required : Dremel 300 Series multi-tool and high speed cutter accessory (193).Selection of pumpkins, squash and gourds; Pencil; Candle or nightlight.
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Five Jobs To Do Before Winter Kicks In
Your house will soon feel the full force of the British weather again with winter’s wind, rain and snow inevitably on the way.
Here are five jobs for your home that you need to do as soon as possible, to get ready for winter.
1.Service your boiler
Now is the time to check your boiler is in efficient working order so that it doesn’t let you down when you most need it.
Gas Safe Register recommends you get your boiler checked annually by a registered engineer – mainly to protect you and your family from Carbon Monoxide poisoning.
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Be Eco Chic with Homebase Energy Saving Light Bulbs
Lighting is one of the simplest ways to create ambiance in your home, with the right light fitting really setting off the look of a room.
Choosing the right light bulbs to use in your fittings can have a big impact on the finished effect, as the level of illumination subtly determines the mood of a space.
Energy saving light bulbs can make a big difference to the environment and your pocket, without interfering with your style.
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Ecovate Your Home with B&Q’s Wide Range
As the Government’s green agenda urges us all to green up our homes, it’s never been easier at B&Q; its range of sustainable products will help you to ecovate your house and save you money by cutting your household bills.
Have a look at the wide range of eco products available from B&Q with their house plan and make them your port of call for all things green.
There’s something for everyone – take a tour of their website and be inspired to make a difference to your life and your home:
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Earthborn Paints Whole New Range of Beautiful Colours
Earthborn has always been known for making beautiful paint, with ever popular colours, but now the company has decided to increase their colour range, to give customers an even better choice and to help them find their dream colour.
There is now a choice of 36 carefully chosen colours, which are also available in both of the beautiful Claypaint and Eggshell finishes.
Why not breathe new life into your home and decorate a tired old room?
Try a bit of bold colour by way of ‘Flower Pots’, a colour reminiscent of tuscan teracotta pots, or ‘Cricket’ a beautiful shade of green that will remind you of summer days and deck chairs down at the gazebo.
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Heating and Plumbing Solutions For DIY’ers
Householders could save hundreds of pounds each year on heating and plumbing repairs, thanks to a new website service launched recently.
Heating-and-Plumbing- solutions, aimed at the DIY enthusiast, gives householders a step- by- step guide to undertaking their own heating and plumbing repairs.
The easy to navigate website provides visitors with everything they need to know, in order to undertake tasks ranging from simple repairs, through to installing a full central heating system.
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The Southern Homebuilding & Renovating Show 2009
Are you interested in picking up the latest in innovative products and services, inspirational design ideas, renovation tips and cost saving solutions for the home?
Then look no further! The Homebuilding & Renovating Show is on at Sandown Park on 27th and 28th June.
The Southern Homebuilding & Renovating Show features over 150 exhibitors, 36 free seminars and master classes, as well as the unique opportunity to get advice from the Experts, making it a must-visit event.
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If You Can’t Move It’s Time To Improve
The Council of Mortgage Lenders recently reported that over 900,000 borrowers would now be in negative equity, as a result of the downturn in the property market.
They added that three in four of those have an average shortfall of between £6,000 and £8,000 so many homeowners now find themselves unable to move.
While a stagnant market could make you feel like you’re stuck on the same rung of the property ladder, why not make plans for when you can sell? Investing in some home improvements now could help claw back some of the value your property has lost.
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If You Can’t Move, It’s Time To Improve – Examples
Install wood flooring
Installing wood flooring is one of the easiest ways to increase your valuation. The warm, natural tones of oak brings a touch of style and elegance to any home and can really enhance the existing decor.
A recent study by Woodcare showed that wood flooring could add 5 to 10% to the value of your home, whilst a survey of estate agents suggested that properties with wood flooring also sell faster.
It is much more affordable than ever before, with high quality oak flooring from top brands, now available for as little as £30 per square meter. Take a look at the superb range available at 1926 Wood Flooring, with styles and colours to suit all tastes:
http://www.1926woodflooring.co.uk
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