With the government now advising that we should all avoid unnecessary social contact, many of us are now left sitting at home with much more time on our hands. Installing an oak mantel may seem like an odd suggestion, but carrying out some small home improvements to make your home more comfortable for the weeks…
If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day gift with a difference, you’ve come to the right place. As strange as it sounds, floating shelves are the ideal gift for your mum this Mothering Sunday. Not convinced? Here’s why… Floating shelves are for life, not just for Mother’s Day Flowers wither, chocolates get eaten and Prosecco…
Who doesn’t love spending Shrove Tuesday flipping piles of tasty pancakes, ready to slather in your favourite topping as a tasty Pancake Day dessert (lemon and sugar for main course, chocolate spread for pudding, anyone?)? And if you’re going to be spending so much time in your kitchen next Tuesday, it’s the perfect time to…
February is one of the best times of year to purchase oak shelves. Why? Here are just 5 of the reasons you should be buying an oak floating shelf before the weather starts to heat up… 1) Cold, dark days are perfect for doing DIY February can feel a little…lacklustre. With the evenings still dark…
With Valentine’s Day only a few short weeks away, it’s not long until couples across the country start panicking that they haven’t organised anything, for what is widely regarded as the most romantic day of the year. If you’re looking for inspiration for an evening in with your other half, we’ve got a few ideas…
If you need a distraction from Dry January that doesn’t involve a nice, stiff drink, creating an oak-floating-shelf display could be just the ticket. OK, so it’s not quite as fun as a few gin and tonics on a Friday night, but oak floating shelves could be just what you need to give your living…
After the Christmas decorations come down, homes across the country will be looking suitably sad as we enter into what has to be one of the most depressing months of the year. But it doesn’t need to be that way. We show you how to decorate your oak mantel for the cold and dark winter…
If you’re reading this article, you’re probably wondering what possible link there can be between oak beams and New Year’s resolutions. Actually, quite a lot of links, as it turns out… 1) See more of the family Whether it’s working, commuting to work or answering the constant stream of work-related emails, we all lead such busy…
It may only be the middle of November but, before long, we’ll be sipping mulled wine and eating mince pies, while cosying up in front of a roaring fire. This means that ordering your solid oak mantel in the next few weeks is essential, if you want it to arrive in time for Christmas Eve….
Choosing between an oak mantelpiece and a full surround for your fireplace can be difficult. Both come with their own list of positive points and which one you should go for will depend on a variety of different factors. If you’re struggling to select your favourite, read on to find out whether you should come…