Maintenance
Floor maintenance
Floors see a lot of wear and tear, but if they're properly cared for and maintained most floor surfaces can be kept looking great for decades.
How to reseal flagstone or slate flooring
Over time, slate and flagstone sealant will be scratched off and worn. Resealing your floor will help to restore it to its original glory.
How to polish floorboards and parquetry
If your floorboards or parquetry floor are looking tired and worn, a good polish may be all that's needed to rejuvenate them.
How to clean and repair carpet
Properly cleaning carpet on a regular basis is a good way to keep it looking fresh and new, and to keep allergens under control.
Which floors are easy to maintain?
The time you have to spend cleaning a floor and how well it copes with stains will directly contribute to your long term satisfaction with it. Find out how to choose the right floors.
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Provincial or country style kitchens
Kitchens in the 'French Provincial' style typically feature white, panelled cabinetry, decorative edging, knobs and handles, light-coloured timber surfaces and other aspects of the style, reminiscent of provincial France.
Solar cooling
Solar cooling uses the sun's heat in one of several ways in order to improve airflow and help to draw heat out of the house.
Heat pump or reverse cycle air conditioner
Reverse cycle airconditioners are effectively heat pump heaters. They are a cheap and efficient heating option, and provide both heating and cooling.