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1 month ago | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott
When we’re lying awake in the small hours, desperately trying to calm a racing brain and a heart that’s going like the clappers, it’s easy to assume everyone else is getting plenty of refreshing shut-eye. This is particularly pertinent when the rest of your household is sleeping soundly and finds falling asleep and staying asleep as easy as flicking a switch. But bad nights are more common than you might think.
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Jul 5, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott |Anna-Lisa De'Ath |Rachel NottAnna-Lisa De'Ath
When it comes to choosing paint for your home, there’s a lot more to consider than just the colour. Whether you're looking to decorate walls and ceilings, woodwork or furniture, there are different types of paint designed for different surfaces. We’ll help you to navigate all the various paint types, from emulsion for walls and ceilings to trendy chalk paint, to specialised masonry, wood or metal paint. This guide will help you to pick the perfect paint for your next DIY project.
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Jun 23, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott
There's nothing cosier than settling down on your sofa with a hot chocolate in front of a roaring open fire or wood burning stove. And this is specially the case when the air outside is crisp and you can see your breath when you exhale. Aside from the TV, a beautiful fireplace is often the focal point of your sitting room or lounge. So it's important that it looks the part and is worthy of everyone's attention.
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May 24, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott
For many of us, starting or ending the day with a hot shower is not only a daily ritual but also a real pleasure. So it’s no surprise that bathroom renovations are often top of the list when it comes to home improvement projects.
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May 3, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott
Fans of the Regencycore vibes of Bridgerton and many other TV dramas, ranging from the BBC's Gentleman Jack to Ghosts, will surely love the lavish interiors as much as the storylines. The furniture and furnishings are key to creating the sumptuous sets. But it's the walls that are the scene stealers for us! Yes, we're talking paint and wallpaper, but we're also obsessed with the wall panelling!The great news is, wall panelling is really easy to do yourself.
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Apr 25, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott |Lisa Hibberd
Gappy skirting boards, mouldy silicone around the bath, or loose panelling can make any room look less than inviting. But before you reach for any old one-size-fits-all product, take a look at this guide. Do you know which is the best fit for the job? Read on to find out what is caulk, when to use sealant and when to plump for an adhesive.
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Apr 24, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott |Anna-Lisa De'Ath
Now that we’re all keeping a watchful eye on our energy bills, it’s important to keep our homes as warm and toasty as possible. And since around 10 to 25 per cent of heat in homes is lost through the windows, learning how to draught proof your windows is an important skill. Luckily, there are a number of simple steps you can take to remedy the problem, no matter what type of windows you have. A draught is defined as a current of cool air in a room or other confined space.
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Apr 22, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott
Hands up if at the first glimpse of blue sky and sun on your skin you’re reaching for the latest garden decor ideas to primp and pretty up your yard! Yes, that’s us too!Having access to an attractive outdoor space is hugely important for our mental wellbeing. During lockdown, those of us with a garden or backyard felt incredibly fortunate to be able to breathe fresh air and feel connected to nature.
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Apr 22, 2024 | 
newsbreak.com | Rachel Nott
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
gathered.how | Rachel Nott
If you want to refresh your kitchen or bathroom, but retiling is too expensive, too messy or too time-consuming, learning how to paint tiles like a professional is a brilliant solution. When done carefully, it can produce some impressively stylish transformations without the hefty price tag. You can choose to paint all your tiles in one colour, use stencils, create an ombre effect or even paint a mural!The majority of tiles can be painted, but there are some that can’t.
