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When people talk about comfort, warmth and cosiness over the cold winter months, the term hygge is now commonplace. This Danish word loosely translates as a mood of cosiness and comfort, and it effortlessly fits into the Norwegian idea of ‘koselig’, the Scandinavian lifestyle trend that is sweeping across Europe.

With the harsh and long winter months fast approaching, we’ve teamed up with Norwegian Log, the UK’s finest provider of Norwegian log cabins, to discuss how that Scandinavian feeling of wellbeing can be easily achieved.

Why is there so much fuss about koselig?

First things first, let’s discuss why koselig [pronounced coo-she-lay) is such a big deal. Nick Forrester, the managing director of Norwegian Log, describes koselig as the Norwegian secret to enjoying a long winter with nothing more than lit candles, comfort food and quality time with friends and family. For such gatherings, Scandinavians like to use their second home; … Read the rest

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As autumn begins to take hold you’ll notice the temperature is starting to drop, and before you know it it’s going to be winter again. It’s a time of year when everyone’s mood can take a dive, but something that’s sure to provide a little extra bite in this year’s inevitable cold spell is the rise in energy use we all experience throughout the coldest months.

It’s almost an annual tradition at this point, to worry about crippling energy bills when you’re trying to keep your house warm. But does it really need to be that way? The answer, fortunately, is no.

You see there are a few things you can do to keep your house warmer this winter while saving money on your energy bills. As autumn has just begun, it’s the ideal time to put these top tips into action now so you’re able to benefit from the … Read the rest

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Are you looking to get a set of quality roller window blinds for your home but do not know where to start? How do they compare with other window treatments in the market? These are valid questions and well worth investigating before you spend any amount of time and money on these blinds.

What are roller blinds?

Let us start by understanding what exactly roller blinds are. Simply put, these blinds are a simple, yet stylish kind of window treatment that can be the solution to the visual and practical requirements of your home. They appear as vertical lengths of fabric or cloth-like product that can be deployed from the top of the window through a mechanical contraption. In many cases, the roller mechanism needs to be manually adjusted by pulling on a length of rope or chain beside the window.

As an alternative, motorised version does exist, and in … Read the rest

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The right railings can truly make a home standout while also serving the additional benefit of making stairs and other areas of your home more accessible. Although for homeowners buying railings for the first time it can be an intimidating process. In this article we are going to highlight a few things you should take into consideration before purchasing railings for your home.

Does My Home Need Railings?

The great thing about railings is the many cases where they can be used, if you are reading this article you are probably already planning on purchasing railings but if you are still undecided below I have listed a few different uses for railings though there are many more possible uses cases.

• Railings can be used indoors or outdoors to make areas more accessible to everyone
• Railings should be installed on staircases and along balconies to ensure the users safety
• Railings can

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We all know that one person who confidently fixes the little things that go wrong with our home or appliances. They can do anything, whether it’s unclogging your pipes, fixing the refrigerator, or painting the exterior of your home. They are confident and knowledgeable about home repair and the projects that you may not have completely mastered. Owning a home is a lot of work and maintenance, but having a handyman can really help. However, even Mr. (or Ms.) Fix-It may not fit all the qualifications for some jobs. While we live in a world of “do it yourself” attitudes, some projects require professional help. For these heavy-duty repairs or remodels, knowing the best places to go always helps. Be aware, so you can keep your home as up-to-date and safe as possible for your family. And even if it requires spending more money, consulting a professional about problems in … Read the rest

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Your patio furniture offers a place for your family and guests to sit while you’re outside. Instead of positioning everything in a way that looks like it’s the living room of your house, consider a few design options that you have to create a space that is different and enjoyable for everyone. When you’re looking at outdoor patio furniture Massachusetts stores offer, consider the color of the patio and the design of your house. You should also consider the size of your patio because you don’t want the furniture that you use to appear cluttered or to appear as though there aren’t enough pieces for the space.

If you only want a few pieces, then consider a couch and one or two chairs along with a rug and a coffee table. Although this design does reflect the same layout as your living room, the type of furniture is different than … Read the rest

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Since the operation of a roller blind, depending on the different roller blind types, strong tensile forces acting on the connections and brackets, a fixed, screwed fixation is recommended. But when mounting on the sash, it is also possible to attach a blind without drilling holes by simply clamping the brackets on the window frame.

The Leaves

This leaves the window undamaged, it saves any trouble with the landlord and you can easily remove the brackets. Therefore, especially in rental housing, the rollomontage without drilling is a much used solution that is offered safely in every roller blind shop. Clamp brackets are available for almost all roller blind models; even cassette blinds or double blinds can be mounted safely, cleanly, quickly and silently. Some roller manufacturers also offer adhesive mountings, which are particularly suitable for light roller blinds such as Roman blinds, Bind rollos and ribbon roller blinds. The right … Read the rest

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Remodeling isn’t the solution to every household problem. If you take a closer look at what is actually bothering you about your house, you may find that a quicker, less expensive option exists. Does that malfunctioning kitchen really need gutted? Does the exterior truly need to be replaced? What about those rooms that seem way to small anymore? Explore some of the following options before you jump into another remodeling project.

Hire a Fix-It Person

Don’t give up on your kitchen just because of a leaky faucet, and don’t dismiss a bathroom with a door that doesn’t stay on the hinges. These are examples of small problems that can leave your home feeling like a big mess. Consider one of the handyman services hinsdale il has available like Fuller’s Home & Hardware to come in and fix these minor issues.

Hand the Landscaping Over to the Professionals

Have you already … Read the rest

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Home renovations are a good chance to make some cool additions to areas of your home that could need updating or additions that could also make life easier. This can also be done when having your home built, you can write into the plans quite a few innovative ideas that would be handy for things you wouldn’t necessarily think about. In the last couple years, the addition of certain innovative designs to parts of the household to make life a little easier or to make your home a little cooler has been a popular thing to do. Many new and creative designs have come to fruition out of that trend that are actually very useful and could be worth a try when given the chance at renovation. Here are some of those ideas (ref Hennessy Building Projects) .

1. Add USB outlets to your regular electronic outlets- In this day