Winter is the time of year when there is nothing better than spending an evening cosying up in front of a roaring fire and drinking a mug of hot chocolate. We have a few ideas to help you create the ultimate winter snuggle space in front of your fireplace, ready for the colder nights ahead….
As the nights draw in and we’re all spending more time indoors, now is the perfect time to give your home a makeover. If you’re struggling to pick a paint or wondering what colours would work best in your space, we give you some tips on how to successfully decorate your room. Start with the…
Renovating an old house can be both rewarding and frustrating in equal measure. Doing everything you can to ensure you are fully prepared for the task that lies ahead, will put you firmly on the road to success. 1. Create a plan Planning is the key to success when undertaking any kind of renovation project….
If lockdown after lockdown has left you longing for a space to call your own away from the rest of your family, making your own man cave may be the perfect solution. This should be a place you can relax and indulge in your hobbies. Even though your man cave will probably be in a…
Using oak in your next renovation project has many benefits. Whether you’re just looking for new ideas to redecorate your room, or are intending to undertake a whole floor-to-ceiling renovation project, we will reveal the best ways to use oak in your home renovation project. 1. Oak flooring Oak is the natural choice for…
If you want to have a good old clear out but are not sure where to start, we’ll reveal how to organise your living space in three simple steps. Keeping your home clutter-free not only makes dusting and cleaning so much easier, it can also help to make your mind clutter-free and could even reduce stress…
So far, summer 2021 has been unseasonably wet. While the sun has recently given us some rays of hope of warmer days and (hopefully) weeks to come, making sure your home is bright and cheery enough to shine through even the darkest, gloomiest days can help you feel a whole load better when the rain…
If you’re considering creating a house plant display but don’t know where to start, we’ll explain everything from varieties of houseplants which require minimal maintenance, to where to place your plants to ensure you end up with a display all your friends and family will be envious of. Pick a plant to suit your space…
2020 has changed the way we view our homes. Never before have we spent so much time in them and relied this much on our living spaces to make us feel safe and cosy. It’s no surprise then that summer 2021 home decoration trends are all about cosiness and relaxation. Look to nature for your…
Here at Traditional Beams, our Eco Policy, details how we make sure that everything we do is done sustainably and always with the well-being of planet Earth at the forefront of our minds. With the effects of climate change already visible across the globe, it is important that we all do our bit to help…