How to keep your home safe from burglars
Thu, Aug 29, 2024
Protecting your property from invaders is a top priority for homeowners, and taking proactive steps can significantly reduce your risk. Home expert Neil McKenzie from Halton Stairlifts shares his top 10 tips for protecting your home.
Read more ...Expert guide to colour-matching paint and wallpaper
Thu, Aug 29, 2024
In the world of interior design, choosing the right colour palette is paramount. That's why when Benjamin Moore, the renowned paint brand, announced its 'Colour of the Year' for 2024 as Blue Nova, designers and homeowners rejoiced. This interesting, comforting shade of blue with undertones of lavender is set to transform living spaces into cozy sanctuaries.
Read more ...Enhance your home with a bespoke TV unit
Thu, Aug 22, 2024
TV designs today come in all shapes and sizes but currently the trend is towards long, curved or rectangular flat screen designs. Komandor produces made-to-measure TV units with a variety of different accessories (feet, handles, drawers and small doors) meaning the team can create unique, attractive designs.
To create a TV unit, the team can join together cabinets, bookcases and shelves in many different ways. It does not have to be a stand-alone unit.
Read more ...Choosing paint colours for a north-facing room: top tips
Thu, Aug 15, 2024
By John Kavanagh, manager, Pat McDonnell Paints – Galway
Read more ...Revitalize your floors with the Pallmann Turbo Service from FloorStore Direct
Thu, Aug 08, 2024
Are your floors looking dull and worn out? Say goodbye to grime and hello to shine with the exceptional Pallmann Turbo Service from FloorStore Direct. For a limited time, enjoy 10% off when you use the code Floorclean10% at the checkout.
Read more ...Insulate for the winter months now with a grant of up to €3,250
Thu, Aug 08, 2024
Galway company West Coast Insulation is advising homeowners to take advantage of the Government grants and insulate before the cooler months set in.
Read more ...Some autumn tips to prepare your garden for winter
Thu, Aug 08, 2024
With September just a few weeks away, it is no harm to spend a few hours tidying up your garden to give you a head start when spring arrives.
Read more ...Give your home a summer glow
Thu, Aug 01, 2024
Take a tour around your home and the one thing you will find in every room, rain or shine, is lighting. Not only is good lighting a necessity, but well-chosen designs can change the look and feel of a scheme at the flick of a switch.
Read more ...Homeowners urged to be BBQ-safe and burglar-aware
Thu, Aug 01, 2024
Ahead of higher temperatures forecast for Ireland in the coming week, homeowners are being warned to be on high alert of garden mishaps and break-ins – both common insurance claims in times of hot weather.
In particular, homeowners are being warned to check their home insurance is adequate to cover damage caused by BBQ fires, the theft of garden furniture or lawnmowers, and to know the conditions of their cover for break-ins.
Read more ...Looking for successful window replacement? Choose window experts!
Thu, Aug 01, 2024
Replacing windows is a significant home improvement project that can enhance the appearance, energy efficiency, and value of your home. However, it requires careful planning and professional execution to ensure success. Choosing experienced window experts is crucial to achieving the best results. Here’s why you should opt for professional window fitters and what you need to know about the process, costs, and benefits.
Read more ...How to paint kitchen cabinets like a pro
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
By John Kavanagh, manager,
Pat McDonnell Paints – Galway
Key benefits of a built-in wardrobe
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
Komandor's built-in furniture offers many benefits over traditional freestanding units. This makes them an extremely popular option among people who want a stylish solution which makes the best use of their space.
A built-in wardrobe often costs less. The lower price of built-in furniture is down to the use of the existing walls and ceiling as structural elements of the piece. The wardrobe interior is fitted directly into the room design, while the walls, can be used as the back and sides. As a result, the cost of materials is reduced up to 30 per cent.
Read more ...Statement floors in laminate herringbone from Floor Store Direct
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
The selection of laminate herringbone floors at Floor Store Direct is unrivalled. The company has a huge selection of colour/wood tones from oak to walnut to grey with wear layers designed to last a lifetime.
Read more ...Get your garden in shape for summer with Colourfence
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
The holy grail of fencing is having a fence that will transform a garden for the better, but when it comes to maintenance, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.
Read more ...Visit MLK: Galway's premier destination for bespoke kitchens
Thu, Jul 25, 2024
Visit MLK: Galway's premier destination for bespoke kitchensMark Lohan Kitchens (MLK) has swiftly established itself as a go-to destination for homeowners from Galway and surrounding counties seeking bespoke kitchen designs, quality craftsmanship and exceptional service. Since opening its impressive 6,500sq ft showroom in Ballybane Industrial Estate, Galway city, MLK has catered to a diverse clientele over the past year, from first-time renovators and new builds to seasoned home builders, all eager to create their dream kitchens.
Read more ...Perfect window dressings from Magnolia Blinds and Shutters
Thu, Jul 18, 2024
Magnolia Blinds and Shutters is Ireland's newest blinds and shutters company offering customers a great selection when it comes to dressing your windows. The company offers free fitting and a price guarantee on all products.
It specialises in blind automation, battery and hardware installation and plantation shutters.
Read more ...Insulate now with grant of up to €3,250 available
Thu, Jul 18, 2024
With the Government grant still in place, West Coast Insulation is recommending homeowners take advantage of the current grant scheme. The scheme to install upgraded insulation has increased the amounts involved to €3,250 (detached houses), €2,550 (semi-detached), €2,050 for mid-terrace and €1,550 for apartments. This usually covers a large percentage of the overall cost of the work and the works can usually be completed in one working day.
Homeowners can contact the Galway company for a free quotation for cavity wall and attic insulation. Furthermore, West Coast Insulation, which has been in business since 2009, will look after all application forms to make the process as simple as possible for homeowners. When insulating a house, the company injects EcoBead Platinum Bonded Bead in the cavity walls even when there is existing Aerobord insulation. This significantly improves the heat retention and also fills in any gaps in the older insulation. The company keeps injection holes close together to ensure the walls are filled 100 per cent and that the bead is packed as tightly as possible. The company installs Knauf rolled insulation and Rockwool pumped attic insulation in the attics of houses. John Folan of West Coast Insulation noted: “Most attics have some existing fibreglass insulation at around 100-150mm depth. The problem with fibreglass is that it shrinks over time and needs to be upgraded. We install Knauf or Rockwool insulation to 300mm, giving the best U-values possible. It also fits the insulating jackets and lids around the tanks, fits heavy duty 19mm lagging on the pipes and insulates and draughtproofs the attic's doors to eliminate draughts.
Read more ...The importance of teaching the adults of tomorrow to respect animals
Thu, Jul 04, 2024
Local animal rescues and charities are looking to the adults and leaders of tomorrow to revolutionise how we treat, communicate and understand animals as part of groundbreaking pilot and education schemes.
Read more ...Ireland's pets compete to be the next Nose of Tralee
Thu, Jul 04, 2024
The competition which combines The Rose of Tralee and Noah's Ark has returned, with the hunt now on for the winner of the 11th Nose of Tralee Pet Competition.
Read more ...Paint like a pro: Five ways to update your home’s exterior (without painting the walls)
Thu, Jul 04, 2024
If you want to freshen up your home’s exterior without the hassle of repainting your walls, there are a few smaller projects you can do instead. Read on to discover exterior painting projects you can take on to give your home a fresh, new look.
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