Why this blog is for you:
- Basic Summary: This blog shares my renovation experiences, DIY tips, home tech secrets, and design inspiration.
- The One Lesson: Learn from my experiences (and mistakes!) to make your home projects smoother and more successful.
- My Expertise: I’ve personally navigated a full home remodel, gaining hands-on experience and practical knowledge across a wide range of projects.
- Benefit to Reader: Readers gain actionable tips, inspiration, and the confidence to tackle their own home improvement projects.
Getting the most out of home tech:
Latest home tech posts
- The 33 best Google Home hacks for a smarter home
- How you connect Ring Intercom to a Videx gate system & save big
- How can home automation central heating be this cheap?
Practical home help and advice:
Latest how-to posts
- 7 reasons you’re wasting money on heating
- TRX Trainer: Your At-Home Gym in a Bag?
- #how to light a wood burner: use a #. What?!
Things to inspire you:
Latest inspiration posts
- Is this the ultimate modern mansion kitchen makeover?
- Choosing a stove: a direct vent wood burner is best
- Breathtaking colours that will make you love your home
The full breakdown:
A blog dedicated to home tech, how-to’s and inspiration. A host of home improvement experiences tips and lessons learned from the redevelopment of a house in Holywood. We completely refurbished our house from the ground up; redoing all the bathrooms, completely remodelling the ground floor, and creating a new kitchen, painting and reflooring every room. In this blog, I share lots of useful home decor tips, links to resources, and things I found out along the way. This is a mix of inspiration and specific tips and hints (How-to’s) and also delves into the world of home tech and Smart devices. The idea is to give you some broader ideas, plus some practical information on things you can do yourself, and so save some money.
Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or just starting out, I hope you’ll find inspiration and practical advice to help you transform your home. Remember, we all make mistakes along the way, but it’s those mistakes that make our successes even sweeter. Please share your thoughts and feedback – I’d love to hear about your own home improvement adventures.
You can learn from my mistakes and successes so you hopefully save time, money and minimize stress. Whether you are doing a big project or just some small changes, I hope this information can help you.
From the blog
- The 33 best Google Home hacks for a smarter home
What are Google Home Hacks? “Smart home” sometimes feels less like a dream and more like a confusing jumble of devices and apps, right? You want the convenience, but setting up …Continue reading “The 33 best Google Home hacks for a smarter home”
- How you connect Ring Intercom to a Videx gate system & save big
Expensive intercom repairs are the worst! I know the feeling – I faced the same frustrating expensive SIM quotes for my old gate system. But I found a way out. I …Continue reading “How you connect Ring Intercom to a Videx gate system & save big”
- How can home automation central heating be this cheap?
I was sick of fiddly timers and skyrocketing energy bills, but couldn’t afford a fully wireless system. What if I told you there’s a way to set up home automation central …Continue reading “How can home automation central heating be this cheap?”
- Get your Smart Life home assistant working fast
Figuring out Smart Life home assistant can be confusing at first. It’s tough to find clear examples and explanations online, right? I’ve cracked the code on Smart Life Scenes! After tinkering …Continue reading “Get your Smart Life home assistant working fast”
- 7 booming reasons you need Bluetooth ceiling speakers
Tangled speaker wires and bulky sound systems can really cramp your style. Want to ditch the clutter and enjoy music anywhere without hassle? I totally get it! Bluetooth ceiling speakers were …Continue reading “7 booming reasons you need Bluetooth ceiling speakers”
- 7 reasons you’re wasting money on heating
Rising energy bills are a real headache, and it feels like there’s no end in sight. It’s frustrating to think about cutting back on comfort just to pay the bills. The …Continue reading “7 reasons you’re wasting money on heating”
- TRX Trainer: Your At-Home Gym in a Bag?
I used to think of home workouts as a necessary evil – a last resort if I couldn’t make it to the gym. That all changed when I picked up a … - How to solve the Sky Q mesh network setup problem
Frustrated with your Sky Q mesh network setup? I’ve spent countless hours figuring out the best solution, and I’m sharing my hard-won knowledge. Learn how to optimize your Sky Q system, …Continue reading “How to solve the Sky Q mesh network setup problem”
- Is this the ultimate modern mansion kitchen makeover?
You deserve a space that’s both beautiful and functional. I partnered with a professional architect to transform my own kitchen, and the modern mansion kitchen we created is incredible. Let me …Continue reading “Is this the ultimate modern mansion kitchen makeover?”
- #how to light a wood burner: use a #. What?!
How to light a wood burner: a foolproof guide to igniting your wood burner for cosy evenings using a secret hashtag. Looking for the easiest way to light your wood burner? …Continue reading “#how to light a wood burner: use a #. What?!”
- Choosing a stove: a direct vent wood burner is best
Short Answer: Full Article: Ready to add a cozy wood burner to your home? I’ve got all the insider tips for choosing the perfect stove and maximizing its warmth! Get ready …Continue reading “Choosing a stove: a direct vent wood burner is best”
- Drilling without mess: the super simple Post-it hack
Short Answer: Full Article: Are you sick of drilling holes and leaving a trail of dust in your wake? Check out this simple hack that will keep your home clean and debris-free. …Continue reading “Drilling without mess: the super simple Post-it hack”
- Happy holidays as Smart Devices manage your home & your walletShort Answer: Full Article: Heading on holiday? Let your smart home take care of itself (and your wallet!). I’ll show you how to set up simple automations that boost security while …
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- How to fix a loft-vented extractor fan and banish dampness
Short Answer: Full Article: Banish bathroom dampness forever! I discovered a common builder’s blunder – my extractor fan vented into the loft. But I fixed it, and I’ll show you how. …Continue reading “How to fix a loft-vented extractor fan and banish dampness”
- How to redo your bathrooms without breaking the bank
Bathrooms are essential spaces in our homes, and giving them a makeover can significantly enhance the overall appeal and functionality of our living spaces. However, the prospect of bathroom renovations often …Continue reading “How to redo your bathrooms without breaking the bank”
- Breathtaking colours that will make you love your home
Colour is an essential element of home décor. The colours you choose can set the mood and tone of a room, evoke emotions, and make a space feel cohesive and welcoming. …Continue reading “Breathtaking colours that will make you love your home”
- Relax! You’ll never scream “Left the iron on again!”
Achieve Peace of Mind with this Clever WiFi Plug Have you ever experienced the sinking feeling of realizing you’ve left your iron on? It’s a common fear for many, and the …Continue reading “Relax! You’ll never scream “Left the iron on again!””
- From bumbling beginner to a how-to-drill-a-hole hero
Mastering the art of perforation. Gather round, ladies and gents, because today we are diving into the thrilling world of drilling holes. Yes, you heard me right, drilling holes! Now, I …Continue reading “From bumbling beginner to a how-to-drill-a-hole hero”
- Your fitness empire: building a home gym in a garage
Short Answer: Full Article: The dream of a home gym Ready to ditch the gym membership? I’ve transformed my garage into the ultimate home fitness sanctuary and storage space – and …Continue reading “Your fitness empire: building a home gym in a garage”
- Space-Plug: How to fix furniture to an uneven wall
Short answer: Full article: Space-Plugs genius little spacers that make it easy to fix furniture and cabinets to an uneven wall. Even where pipes or skirting are in the way. Are …Continue reading “Space-Plug: How to fix furniture to an uneven wall”
- Making bathrooms that “wow” with stunning tiling
The secret to stunning bathrooms Bathrooms are no longer just functional spaces in our homes. Instead, they can be an extension of our personal style and taste. A place where we …Continue reading “Making bathrooms that “wow” with stunning tiling “
- Drowning in options? Choosing the perfect wooden flooring
A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Wooden Flooring for Your Home Ah, wooden flooring. The epitome of class and sophistication. Nothing says “I have my life together” quite like a Volvo …Continue reading “Drowning in options? Choosing the perfect wooden flooring”
- Mastering the art of home improvement budgeting
Revamping Your Space: Mastering the Art of Home Improvement Budgeting! Unleash your inner designer and transform your humble abode without breaking the bank! Let’s dive into the world of budget-friendly home improvement ideas that will leave you grinning from ear to ear. Say hello to a stylish and wallet-friendly home! - How to make the most impact with house plants
Short Answer: Full Article: With years of transforming my own home from a plant graveyard into a thriving indoor jungle, I’m here to share the secrets to happy houseplants. I’ve learned …Continue reading “How to make the most impact with house plants”
- Unlocking the secrets to selecting your dream wood floorAre you ready to transform your living space into a haven of elegance and charm? Look no further than the enchanting world of wood flooring! Nothing quite compares to the beauty …
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Home improvement tips and lessons
I hope you find this blog informative and enjoyable. And that the home improvement experiences tips and lessons learned help you in any work you are doing in your own home.
Worth mentioning that, some of the links on this blog may earn a small commission. It’s never going to cover the costs of the work, but every little helps. I only believe in recommending things that I think will really help others. Not any old thing just to earn a commission. And I’m confident that the products I’ve highlighted are useful things that will help you improve your home or save you money.
Please feel free to share your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear if the things I’ve written about have been useful or helpful. And please share with others too if anything here has inspired or helped you. Thanks
