25th Nov 2010 @ 3:39 PM

Small kitchens are not ideal but the creative use of colour means couples can make them look more spacious than they really are, with a pale oak worktop helping to create an illusion of more space. According to Majjie's Blog on Advanced Kitchen Design, homeowners should invest in smooth, pale-c... more »

25th Nov 2010 @ 12:42 PM

Couples who invest in pressure-treated hardwood decking should not be alarmed if they notice the boards shrink a little after the structure has been built. A homeowner who wrote to Gene Austin at the McClatchy-Tribune News Service complained that his planks had shrunk and wondered if it was a sign ... more »

24th Nov 2010 @ 11:35 AM

The festive period will see many homeowners welcome guests to their property and that means they need to take steps to protect their wooden floor. According to the Just Around the Corner blog, there are things couples can do to ensure their hardwood flooring is not wrecked by increased footfall thr... more »

24th Nov 2010 @ 11:34 AM

For couples who want their home to look immaculate over the Christmas period, revitalising hardwood flooring is one of the most important things they can do. Donnie Gupton, writing for the Precision Flooring blog, said that recoating a wooden floor is a good way of bringing it back to life and maki... more »

23rd Nov 2010 @ 11:31 AM

Couples looking for new flooring for their sitting room have been advised to opt for a wooden floor and a rug to go on top of it. Suzy Hoodless, an interior designer, told the Independent that this is the most desirable choice for this part of a property and that homeowners should splash out on the... more »

23rd Nov 2010 @ 11:29 AM

A DIY expert has told one homeowner that floating hardwood flooring is the best choice for them, as it will not come into contact with the self-levelling concrete which they found after removing carpet. Glenn Haege, a columnist with detnews.com, received a query from a reader who took up their carp... more »

21st Nov 2010 @ 9:34 PM

Homeowners have a wealth of options when it comes to floors, including oak flooring, hardwood flooring, tile and carpet, however, before any decision is made there are certain factors which need to be addressed. Caroline Kamp, writing for the Independent, said that the first consideration is what t... more »

21st Nov 2010 @ 9:33 PM

The Christmas period is fast approaching and couples who have incomplete DIY jobs, such as unfinished hardwood flooring, should take steps to address them in time for when they start hosting parties. According to Cheryl Thompson, writing for DIY life, getting the home in top shape before the entert... more »

19th Nov 2010 @ 12:35 PM

Couples who are considering installing their own hardwood decking must ensure that it is supported in a sturdy fashion, with one expert recommending solid deck piers. Tim Carter, from Ask the Builder, told a homeowner who found that wooden posts would not support his deck that it is almost impossib... more »

19th Nov 2010 @ 12:34 PM

Hardwood flooring which has dulled over the years but is otherwise in good condition may not need to be sanded, meaning couples can save themselves some money. According to Gene Austin, from the McClatchy-Tribune News Service, small marks and scuffs can be removed without calling in a professional ... more »