Tag: idea
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The Link Up: Em’s Hot Chocolate Bar, Jess’ Dream Sweater, And A Great Under $20 Gift Idea
Happy Sunday and happy first night of Hanukkah, everyone! We are in the process of wrapping up the year before we head out for the last bit of the month and soaking in as much holiday spirit as we can. Hope you are too:) With that said, let’s just jump right into this week’s links.…
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The Link Up: Em’s Go-To Stocking Stuffers, The Tights Cailtin Swears By, And A Great Gift Idea For The Chef In Your Life
Happy First Sunday of DECEMBER! We first want to commemorate this past Monday, which was World AIDS Day. Making sure we never forget such a devastating time when no one had answers, and we lost so many beautiful lives, is so important. So is continuing to have awareness, as well as continuing to fund research.…
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Is carpet in a dining area ever a good idea?
Choosing the right flooring for a dining room isn’t always straightforward. Carpet might sound appealing – it’s soft underfoot and instantly makes the space feel warm and inviting – but the dining area sits right at the crossroads of spills, crumbs and constant footfall, which can make it feel like a risky choice. If you’ve…
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Is knocking through from a dining room a good idea?
Dining rooms have travelled a bumpy old road over the years, with homeowners frequently changing their minds over how they feel about them – are they the height of sophistication or a fusty, unsociable relic of a room that no modern homeowner should consider? Opinions on dining room ideas remain divided. That said, there is…
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Is underfloor heating in a conservatory a good idea?
There are many reasons why underfloor heating in a conservatory is so popular. That said, in order for this method of heating a conservatory to be effective, there are several factors to take into account. “UFH can be a great option in a conservatory, but it needs to be designed carefully,” explains Martyn Fowler, founder…
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Do you use a key safe? Why adding one that’s visible is a bad idea
A key safe can be useful in order to make access to a home for trusted visitors like family members or carers convenient. The mounted box provides a place to secure door keys outside with a combination lock providing access to those who hold the code. But a closed key safe in plain sight can…
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Is laying decking on grass a good idea? Get expert answers
Laying decking on grass might seem like a quick and easy option. It involves little or no preparation, and you can have a new deck laid in just a few hours. But, there are a few downsides that will become obvious a lot quicker than if you laid a deck the right way. You don’t…
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Why solid wooden flooring in a bathroom is never a good idea
There’s no denying that a solid wooden floor looks and feels great. But, when it comes to wooden flooring in a bathroom, the chances are it’s not all it appears to be on the surface. With water and humidity making a constant appearance in your washroom, your bathroom flooring ideas have a lot to live…
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Is two dishwashers in a kitchen a good idea or not?
If you seem to live in a perpetual cycle of loading and unloading the dishwasher, you may be wondering if two dishwashers in a kitchen a good idea. I know it’s something I’ve certainly considered in the past when designing a kitchen and one I’d think about again. But, with energy efficiency and rising water…
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Why buying a house without a survey isn’t a good idea
Homebuying without a survey could be an appealing idea. It would save money in a process where the costs that come on top of the purchase price of the home itself mount up. And it’s not just the fee for a survey when you’re buying a house that can make you think twice. With housebuying…