4 Home Repairs You Can Do on Your Own

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DIY Kitchen Update Under $1000 - Today's Homeowner

How to update your kitchen cabinets, countertops, and hardware for less than $1000.

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Mold Allergy: The Reason You Need Mold Removal

Have you ever imagine how you would feel if your friends are going out but you can’t go with them because you have some infection? Well, at some point, this has happened to us and it usually isn’t a good thing right?

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Your ultimate guide to colour

Decorating with bright, bold colours can be a little intimidating without a colour guide – and as much-loved interior designer Sophie Robinson said in her guide to using colour, a fear of bright hues often leads the less-adventurous retreating back to reliable magnolia.

Colour in the home is often seen as something that either works or it doesn’t. And while that’s sometimes true, we’d argue there’s a case for just about every colour pairing, even the wildly unusual.

But if you’re just preparing to dip your toe into the colour pool and need a little nudge in the right direction, we’ve developed a fail-safe colour guide that breaks down home favourites. We’ll show you which shade works for what element of your home and what colours pair best together, including a few surprises.

Red

Variations: Deep red, burgundy, wine, maroon, cranberry, crimson, strawberry

Best for:

• Limited furniture
• Accent walls
• Decorative extras

Red is one of those colours that has the power to stop people in their tracks. Most of the time it’s used as an accent – with a bold chair, a warm front door, or as the dominant colour in wallpaper – but don’t be afraid to really wow with a striking wall. Generally, the deeper the shade of red, the less eye-watering it’s likely to be.

Colours that go great with red: Black, navy blue, gold, white

Surprise colour match: Cranberry and mustard

Yellow

Variations: Mustard, lemon, cumin, yellow zinc

Best for:

• Accent colours
• Patterns
• Textiles

Yellow is a colour that’s easy to overdo, but when it’s done tastefully, it can add a lot of warmth and sophistication to a room. Mustard is a particularly popular colour at the moment, used in a fun, modern prints and made less brash in soft velvets.

Colours that go great with yellow: Slate, navy blue, concrete, cranberry

Surprise colour match: Mustard and teal

Green

Variations: Emerald, pine, sage, mint, eucalyptus, kale

Best for:

• Wall colour
• Furniture
• Accents (plants!)

For obvious reasons, green is a fantastic colour for evoking the outdoors, especially when paired with natural wood grains. Light shades of green like sage and mint work really well for country-style homes with shabby chic interiors, while dark, earthy hues – though bold – look a little more modern.

Colours that go great with green: Gold, black, teal, grey

Surprise colour match: Kale and baby pink

Blue

Variations: Navy, midnight, cerulean, teal, duck egg

Best for:

• Wall colour
• Velvet furniture
• Textiles

Blue is quite possibly one of the most versatile colours there is for a home – you can go dark for a cosy den or keep things light and bright for a neutral, airy look. There are very few colours that don’t go with blue, depending on what shade you choose, which makes it a particularly fail-proof wall colour.

Colours that go great with blue: Grey, mustard, baby pink, gold

Surprise colour match: Midnight and rose gold

Grey

Variations: Slate, smoke, mist, granite, pewter

Best for:

• Calming walls
• Neutral furniture
• Wood finish

In recent years grey has been the “it” colour for interiors, as it’s a great neutral that has an undeniable air of sophistication. It’s especially good for those embracing the Hygge trend, as it follows the Scandi culture of paired-back interiors, and can be dressed up or down, depending on secondary colours.

Colours that go great with grey: Rose, mustard, midnight, white

Surprise colour match: Mist and plum

Does your home already have its own unique colour guide? Let us know your favourite combinations in the comments below!

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#ProjectSpotlight: Pitched porch

Porches aren’t just snug little spots to tuck away wellies and the post – they’re a guest’s first glimpse into your home. For this week’s #ProjectSpotlight, we went inside the Broadmeadow household in Harleston to see how their brand new porch helps create memorable first impressions, while helping bolster their home’s energy efficiency at the same time.

The Broadmeadows opted for a beautiful white pitched porch in uPVC and Anglian’s Winchester door with decorative glass. With gold accents and double glazing, it creates the perfect welcome that’ll stay warm all year round.

Q: How long have you lived in your property?

A: We have been here since October 2000, so just over 14 years.

Q: What was the reason for wanting to have a porch installed?

A: The old porch was very dated and we wanted to improve the look of the house. Also, the original porch area was very cold in the Winter.

Q: What was the most important thing for you when considering a porch installation?

A: Quality and price.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q: Did you receive quotes from more than one company?

A: No, we usually do on such matters, but we were happy with what Anglian could do for us and the price was right.

Q: What was it that made you choose Anglian?

A: Reputation. Also, my mother-in-law – who lives in Yorkshire – had Anglian windows fitted several years ago, and they have been problem-free.

Q: Were you happy with the service received from Anglian, from sales to installation?

A: Yes. Very helpful. Also, during the installation a suggestion was made to the interior which we hadn’t considered. We took the suggestion on and it is a definite improvement over the original plans.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q: What is the main benefit from having a porch installed?

A: It’s less cold in the Winter months and improves the entrance to the house.

Q: What is your favourite feature of the porch?

A: The front door.

Q: Has your Anglian porch improved the appearance/saleability of the property?

A: Very much so.

Q: Would you recommend Anglian?

A: Yes, very much so.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Considering a new porch for your home? To see how Anglian can help turn your entryway into a warm welcome, click here.

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Preventing Blocked Drains in Your Home

Most people in the UK will have to suffer due to fully or partially blocked drains. These issues can vary from minor irritations to extremely costly repair projects if left untreated. Fortunately, a professional team should be able to deal with practically any kind of blockage in record time. This means that you’ll be able to avoid the potential damages which blocked pipes can cause in your home. Understanding Blocked Drains in Your Home Before you start to take steps to avoid drainage obstructions, it is important that you understand how these blockages begin to develop in the first place. In most cases, drainage blockages are completely avoidable if you follow the best practices. It’s only a few little things which lead to blocked drains in your home. Just some of the most effective ways to remove the risk of drain blockages include: Effective Waste Management – One of the biggest reasons for blocked drains is waste disposal. A surprising amount of people are still ...

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4 ways to embrace recycled materials in your home

New Faucet Finds at KBIS - Today's Homeowner

Check out the latest trends in bath appliances from the 2018 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, such as Gerber Plumbing’s new Avalanche Elite toilet.

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Bath Trends from KBIS - Today's Homeowner

Check out the latest trends in kitchen and bath fixtures from the 2018 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show, such as Danze by Gerber’s new Foodie Caliente faucet.

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DIY Types of Health and Safety Equipment and Why it is Important

We’re not always covered by guidelines when carrying out tasks at home. However, even when working on DIY projects, don’t forget your health and safety equipment.

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#ProjectSpotlight: Sage green garden room

The Anglian team recently visited the home of Ms Clayton and Mr Thomas to give their garden room a stylish upgrade. We built a uPVC garden room in a fresh sage green, creating space for a cosy sitting room that completely transforms their backyard – it’s the perfect place to enjoy the Spring sunshine.

Here’s what they had to say about their Anglian experience:

Q: Please can you explain why you decided to have a conservatory installed?

A: Our existing DIY conservatory was too small and in need of major maintenance.

Q: What made you contact Anglian in the first place?

A: Anglian was included in a range of quotes. We regarded Anglian as a quality installation but possibly too expensive.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q: Did you speak to any other companies, and if so what made you decide to choose Anglian?

A: Yes. Some were clearly cut price but we were suspicious of build quality – for example, some said we could use the existing base. Anglian was a bit more expensive than the other “quality” quotes, but only marginally.

Q: Can you tell me if or how the visit from the sales rep helped you in your decision and final choice of style, colour and materials?

A: I think we had ideas for the style, colour and material but the sales rep advised what was possible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q: What’s your opinion of the Anglian service and installation you’ve received; did you have any concerns or requirements?

A: The black plastic on the door handle has partly come off. The installers were efficient and cleared away all mess.

Q: What’s the BEST thing about your new installation and what main differences have you noticed since having your installation? I.e.: energy bills, warmer, sound reduced, etc.

A: The reflective roof is effective in keeping temperatures down in the Summer, which means we get a lot more use out of our conservatory.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Feeling inspired? Get in touch to see how Anglian can help create your dream garden room here.

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20 Years of Bath Renovations - Today's Homeowner

This year Today’s Homeowner is celebrating its 20th season on the air, and we’re taking a look back at some of our most popular bath renovations from the past.

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Your Search for Cclean and Reliable Energy Ends Here

The planet is in peril. And we are worsening the problem by our actions. Overdependence on fossil fuels, excessive use of machines and devices to do our work, and an abundance of vehicles are all making things hot, polluted and terribly dangerous for the environment. This is because the West gets its power mostly from power plants.

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Why your home needs a shed

Most people who have enough space within their property often fail to make the most of all that space. And one of the most obvious of such oversights is installing an outdoor shed. Over the years, sheds have evolved from being that ill-maintained shack in the yard where dirty and rusty tools are casually tossed. Nowadays, there are a variety of sheds at your disposal and each one has unique benefits it offers, which is mostly about improving the beauty and functionality of your home. The type of shed that’s an ideal fit for your property depends on a variety of factors. But according to The Shed Company, “…what should determine what shed will make the right fit for your home are your unique needs. That is, what exactly you need a shed for…” Depending on your personal requirements, you can opt for any of the following shed types; Storage Shed This shed type can be described as an all-inclusive structure to store a variety of household items which are no ...

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How to Maintain Your Garden Shed for Durable Quality

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Are You Planning a Home Refurbishment? Read This

A home refurbishment is a challenging project to undertake. If you’re considering it, keep a few things in mind. Who is to do it? How much should be done? What is the budget? and more tips.

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Live a life in colour!

A bright New Year should be filled with colour! So many homeowners want to recreate the swoon-worthy interiors seen in glossy magazines or on Instagram feeds, but the fear of using colour creeps in and they retreat back to…magnolia. This winter, Anglian Home Improvements has teamed up with top interior designer Sophie Robinson to discover the best ways for UK homeowners to live a life in colour.

Known for her passion for colourful interiors, Sophie is a go-to for providing inspiration and advice on how to let your personality and individuality shine through in your home.

“If I had one mission in life,” Sophie said, “it would be to play a part in making people’s homes more colourful. While I splash colour around my own home with wild abandon, I’m aware that for most folk it can be a thing of terror and dread. I’ve therefore pulled together six top tips that’ll encourage self-confessed colour-phobes to experiment with a multitude of different hues and embrace the endless possibilities and transformational qualities of colour.”

1. Paint it!

First up, invest in a pot of paint. I’m serious – for the price of a paint tub and a weekend with a roller in your hand, you can totally transform the look, feel and vibe of any room. My mantra is to just go for it – it’s only paint!

2. Expect the unexpected

Use colour in unexpected ways. I’ve got a thing at the moment for painting the doors in my house surprising colours because it just makes me smile. But why not start off with a bold new hue for your front door? Nothing gives a great first impression than a bonny bright colour, so don’t be afraid to stand out.

3. Accessorise with colour

For the faint-hearted, I’d suggest going neutral for the big ticket items like the sofa, flooring and curtains and then adding the colour with accessories. A bold feature floor rug, brightly-coloured lampshades, scatter cushions and wall art all combine to make an interesting scheme – but can easily be changed and updated over time.

4. Find YOUR colour

Choose a cohesive colour palette and use this to design all the rooms in your home so there is some flow. While you’ll want each room to be different, it helps if they work as a set. It’s really important to dig deep and work out which colours and hues resonate with you. If you’re stuck on where to start you can begin by looking in your wardrobe to see the colours you naturally pick out.

5. Start with a sample

I often start with a colourful wallpaper swatch or a fabric sample to build a colour scheme around. You’ll find a combination of colours which all sit nicely together, neutrals through to brighter accent colours.

6. A magic number three

I find that three is a bit of a magic number when pulling a scheme together, with the hero colour being around 60-70% of the scheme (think walls, floors or large pieces of furniture) then the secondary colour being around 20-30% (for example soft furnishings) with the final accent colour around 5-10% (that’s cushions, artwork and vases). You can add neutrals in with this – I call them a free colour, and can be found in wood flooring and furniture, for example.

Adding colour into your home can be a daunting prospect, but these top tips from Sophie are inspiring ways to brighten up our homes in the dark days of winter. What colours will you be adding to your home this year? Let us know in the comments below!

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Get one step ahead of interior trends in 2018

2018 is finally here and we’re all interested in finding out what the new interior trends will be for the year ahead.

So what are the new colours, materials and revivals for 2018? To let us in on the secret, we have teamed up with Chloe Spillett, winner of our national Styled By Me competition which was designed to celebrate the nation’s passion for home improvements and on-trend interiors. The mother of two and successful DIY and interior blogger wowed guest judge Sophie Robinson – a much-loved interior stylist – with her astounding eye for detail, strong colour scheme, as well as her devotion and love for all things interior design.

On her interior design predictions for the upcoming year, Chloe commented, “I’m delighted to share what I believe will be this year’s top interior trends.  I’m hugely passionate about interior design and I hope by sharing my top trends for 2018 it will inspire others, ignite a creative flare and encourage those to redesign or update the style of their homes – even the smallest of changes can make a huge difference.”

Here are Chloe’s top four trend predictions for 2018. Now where are those paintbrushes…

 

Chloe Spillett #syledbyme winner

1. Bold Earthy Tones

We’re talking deep petrol blues, sassy saffrons, emerald greens and rich rusts. This can be achieved through adding accessories to the home, including soft furnishings such as cushions or beautiful pictures and paintings or smaller items such as vases or candle holders. Grey neutrals have dominated interior schemes for a few years now but has grey had its day? I think olive grey could be a winning alternative to break the mould.

2. Statement Staircase

Forget feature walls and floors; you only get one chance to make a lasting first impression and what better way to showcase your home than with a stunning staircase? Step away from neutrals and reach for those bold earthy shades; paint your spindles and risers and let your stairs speak for themselves.

3. Head Turning Terrazzo

I absolutely love this retro trend and couldn’t be happier to see it making a comeback. Marble has been ever popular throughout 2017 but I predict Terrazzo to be a serious rival in 2018. Terrazzo is a mixture of polished cement and marble, or granite chippings, which is polished up beautifully giving it a stunning shiny, smooth finish. It’s so versatile with a range of colours and patterns and can be used as flooring, on walls or in kitchens as worktops. Perfect in maximalist and minimalist schemes alike.

4. Raw and Natural Materials

Ok, so not exactly hot off the press but this trend is here to stay and with good reason! 2017 saw a wave of interiors adorned with concrete pots and planters, untreated plywood, OSB (a personal favourite) and corrugated metals, and I for one still can’t get enough. It’s great news for those among us who are working on a tight budget; these materials are easy to source and extremely affordable. They can easily be incorporated in the home, whether it’s updating the external façade, new flooring or incorporating it in small finishing touches; there are many ways to make it work for any home or budget.  For an updated twist I love to mix up textures and styles so I’d love to see some opulent velvet soft furnishings thrown into the mix. Divine!

Chloe is an exciting up-and-coming interior designer and her winning entry to our Styled By Me competition proved how bold, playful and on-trend her own personal sense of style is. Chloe’s interior ideas are very inspiring and something all homeowners can easily incorporate into their own schemes for an instant update.

 

To find out more about the up and coming interior designer Chloe Spillett visit: www.chloegetscreative.com

 

 

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The Carpet Cleaning Guide to Dry Wet Carpets

We all face carpet cleaning situations when we really need a guide to help us to get through the situation. One of these situations is when the carpet is wet. If the wet spot is not large and can be removed easily, you may remove the carpet from the floor and hang it outside until it dries completely. For larger areas, here is how to deal with this situation.

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Save Some Money and Fix that Window Yourself

A window is more than just something visual that can tie a room or home together. There’s also an important practical component to having a proper window, from being able to see to have the security of one that’s easy to open due to some sort of structural issue.

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