Heritage paint ranges for period properties

In recent times, homeowners, including landlords, with period properties have increasingly chosen to consider heritage ranges when renovating or redecorating. Recognising that certain shades work especially well with properties from particular eras they are perhaps more selective now than they have been in the past. As a result, many big name manufacturers continue to expand […]

Top tips for setting up a home gym or workout area

The past year has seen lifestyle changes for all of us and for many this has meant exercising, as well as working and schooling our children, from home. Across the country, people have certainly been getting out and about more to go walking, running or cycling, and many have also been finding a corner of […]

Three interior design trends for 2021

With the year drawing to a close and many of us hoping for better times ahead we might be gently starting to think about changes we might make to our homes in 2021. For those in rental properties, it might be about making a few alterations here or there, and perhaps freshening spaces up with […]

Earthy tones are the colours of 2021

Those tenants thinking of accessorising their rental homes and landlords considering redecorating, will be interested to learn natural, earthy tones look set to remain popular. Indeed, Dulux has announced that its colour for next year will be Brave Ground, part of its new Earth palette. Colour designers, trend forecasters, design specialists, architects and editors from […]

Five reasons to choose a lettings agency

New and experienced landlords have many reasons for choosing to work with a trusted and reliable agency, such as Norfolk Property Lettings & Management. Here are five of the key reasons: Lifting the stress Property lettings and management companies offer different levels from service, from simply finding and vetting tenants to complete on-going management. Some, […]

Don’t stop gardening

Summer might be over and winter well on the way, but those with gardens or outside spaces are being urged not to stop gardening. Broadcaster and chartered horticulturist David Domoney says now more than ever the garden is essential in helping us with our physical and mental wellbeing. Best known as a presenter on ITV1’s […]

Home interior trends for autumn 2020

Winter warming and a touch of luxury are the home interior trends we are likely to be seeing this autumn 2020 season. Look out for colours and textures to help you feel cosy, relaxed and perhaps a little indulgent. It’s already been such a hard year for so many people and this autumn winter is […]

Prepare for the summer

As summer arrives, and many of us accept the reality that we are likely to spending less time away, now is probably the time to start making some different plans. Whether or not we end up being able to take holidays abroad or book a “staycation” in the UK – or travel to see friends […]

Grow Veg at Home

Spring is well underway and with more of us spending an increasing amount of time at home, now might be the time to consider growing your own produce. Whether you have a large garden at your rental home, a small bed or two or even just space for some containers, cultivating your own fruit and […]

Top tips for working from home

A dedicated space within the home and a good routine are essential when it comes to remote working, according to researchers from BI Norwegian Business School. Whether we live in rented accommodation or our own homes, many of us are now having to learn how to work effectively and efficiently from within our living spaces. Professor Sut I […]