Garden Design 101

Gardens are a great way to increase your curb appeal and provide a relaxing hobby. However, when planning your garden it is important to research what layout and plants are good for you and your needs. Garden Goods Direct has created the following infographic highlighting tips for choosing the right design and plants for your garden, as well as how to care for your garden.

How Solar Panels Work

Humans have been trying to harness the sun’s energy for most of history, but it was the invention of the first photovoltaic cell by French physicist Edmond Becquerel in 1839 that finally made solar energy possible on a grander scale. The following animated infographic covers the science behind how solar panels work.

Innovations in Kitchen Appliances Throughout History

In our homes, we surround ourselves with technology, which exists to provide comfort, make our lives easier, and help us complete tasks more productively. Out of all the rooms in our home, the kitchen has seen a steady flow of innovative technologies flow in and out over the centuries, innovations that have set the groundwork for appliances that become commonplace in most homes.

Do You Need Planning Permission For Your Garden?

Most garden buildings come under permitted development rights, which means you don’t need planning permission. This is good news if you’re planning to add a shed, summer house, log cabin or home office to your garden. But how do you know if you need planning permission? Check out the following infographic for more details.

How to Make Your House Handicap Accessible

If you or a loved one have a physical disability, it is important to make sure your home is handicap accessible. Having handrails available throughout your home and making the kitchen and bathroom layouts easily maneuverable are helpful solutions for making your house handicap accessible. In addition, you should make sure hallways and doorways are wide enough for wheelchairs and a clear pathway is available to enter the house and access different areas. 

The Ultimate Guide : How to Choose a Rug

When it comes to designing your home, no detail should go unnoticed, and this includes choosing the right rug that will best suit every room in your house. A powerful design element, rugs can transform your living space and make it spectacular. But all rugs are not the same. Whether we are talking about the size, make, or raw materials, rugs range in styles that you will be spoiled for choice.

Dangers During Winter Roofing

If you are planning to do some DIY repair in your roof in this coldest time of the year, then you might want to think again. Check out this infographic from Fahey Roofing Contractors which details the most common dangers of doing roofing works during the winter season.

Everything You Need To Know About Reclaimed Wood

Reclaimed wood creates a unique look to the home providing an older element that has distinction and character. Reclaimed wood can be added to the home in a variety of ways, from flooring to stair treads, ceiling wood beams, furniture, wood panels, fireplace mantels and more. When you have reclaimed wood in your home, it is important to learn how to properly care for the wood.