We tend to take our central heating systems for granted, but as the weather gets warmer and you have less of a need for heat, it could be a good time to review whether your system is up to the job. This is especially wise if you have some other home improvements planned. Image Credit…

For most people, installing plylining in a van is a step taken to protect the bodywork against the kind of wear and tear that can be caused by constant loading and unloading of heavy items and equipment. Image Credit Interestingly, there are some other reasons you might want to upgrade your van in this way,…

We all strive to keep our bodies healthy, but with busy lives and stressful jobs, we can get into bad habits. Sometimes these can be detrimental to our health, so let us look at some of the silly mistakes we make on a daily basis. Image Credit Sleep Sleep – how long should we have?…

Sunlight can make a terrible day seem better, and it even has health benefits by warming us and providing a more positive mood. It’s no surprise that people want to incorporate the benefits into their home rather than living in the dark. The good thing is that getting more natural light is easier than you…

If you’ve often imagined what life would be like living alongside like-minded artistic people, then you’ll be interested in learning about where the most arty communities base themselves. Artists have traditionally sought out low cost areas to have their studios and congregate with people who share their passion. Here we take a look at some…

So you think you have the talent to make it as a professional footballer? But do you know how much sacrifice, dedication and sheer hard work goes into making it in the Premiership? Image Credit Be Confident Football is as much a mental game as a physical one, so you need positive thinking and inner…

With parking space at a premium in many towns and cities, a garage is on many property hunters’ wishlist. One of the best ways to increase the value of your property is to add a garage, says the National Federation of Builders. Figures suggest that sellers can add 6% to their property’s value if they…

Are you thinking of replacing your windows? Read our guide to the essential facts before you choose your frames. Image Credit uPVC versus wooden You may live in an older property which has wooden windows and want to replace them with similar, but you should bear in mind that wooden windows require a lot of…

Wine can be a real diet destroyer – in some cases having more impact on your figure than ice cream. There are some new skinny varieties, however, which could help you to indulge occasionally without piling on the pounds. Image Credit Some 250ml glasses of traditional wine contain around 280 calories, which is more than…