Feeding garden birds in summer? What the new advice means
New UK guidance changes what to put in garden feeders from May to October. Here is the simple routine for food, cleaning and fresh water.
Why You’ll Love Us
-
Smart Prices
We believe beautiful homes don’t need big budgets. Our collections are carefully priced to give you style and quality you’ll feel proud of — without the worry.
-
Everyday Luxury
Soft textures, timeless designs, and those little finishing touches that make a house feel like home. Everyday comfort, with a touch of luxury built in.
-
Easy Care
Life’s busy — so we keep things simple. Most of our fabrics are machine washable and fuss-free, so your home always looks and feels its best with minimal effort.
Home Inspiration
View all-
-
Plug-in solar is coming to UK homes: what should you check?
New rules will open a route for compliant plug-in solar systems later this month. Here is what UK households should check before treating one as an ordinary appliance.
-
Going away? Put your home into holiday mode in 20 minutes
A useful pre-holiday check should protect the home without switching off equipment that needs to run. Follow this calm 20-minute route before you lock the door.
-
Tiny flies in the kitchen? Find the source before setting a trap
Tiny flies near the fruit bowl, sink or food bin rarely disappear for good until you remove what is feeding them. Use this practical source check before reaching for another...
-
Should you follow a home trend? Use this five-question test
Before you buy into a home trend, test whether you like it, whether it suits the room and how difficult it would be to change.
-
Should you water a brown lawn in summer? What to do instead
An established lawn can usually be left brown during dry weather. Mow less, save water for new plants and containers, then plan repairs for autumn.
-
How to cool a hot room without air conditioning
Start with the room you need most. Shade the windows, stop adding heat, keep warmer outside air out, then ventilate safely when the evening cools.
-
How to create a reading nook without a spare room
You do not need a library or window seat. Use this practical plan to create a comfortable reading nook in an underused corner of your home.
