Setting up a work space at home
With so many more of us working from home, creating a suitable space may well now be a priority. Some of us might be lucky enough to have offices within a room in the house already or to be renting a property where it is easy to set up in a dedicated space. Others may […]
Clear, Clean and Get Ready for Spring
The world is waking up after the winter and the sun is streaming through the windows – with the new season in the air it might be time for a good clear out. Whether you are soon to move to or from a new rental home – or you just fancy creating a bit of […]
Keep warm this winter
Chilly January is well and truly underway, but could we be keeping ourselves warmer and therefore happier in our homes – and also saving energy at the same time? Many householders could make their homes more comfortable and reduce their bills at this time of year with just a few simple steps. *Bleed your radiators […]
Into the blue – get ready for the colour of 2020
Those thinking of brightening up their rental homes next year with a few new accessories might wish to start considering colour schemes. According to Pantone, 2020 is going to be all about blue, with the colour appearing in everything from crockery and cushions to table lamps and throws. The company, which is known for its colour […]
Why choose underfloor heating?
As the cold weather arrives so we all start to switch on, light up and buy fuel in a bid to keep ourselves warm. Many new homes these days now come with underfloor heating and property owners including landlords are increasingly choosing to install it when they extend, rebuild, convert or renovate. So, what are […]
Are you considering letting this autumn?
With the housing market still slow more people are considering letting their homes and renting elsewhere rather than selling to move. If you are considering such a move, an agent like Norfolk Property Lettings and Management can certainly offer you all the help you need to let your property. They can suggest flexible, bespoke services […]
What to pack for your student rental home
Students are on the move, with many arriving with their suitcases at their accommodation for the very first time. And whether they are renting a space in a purpose-built block or sharing a furnished private home, they need to think about what they are taking with them. Our advice for students is to talk to […]
Finishing touches
As autumn sets in and glossy greens turn to matt browns, householders will find interiors are becoming all about textures. This season has seen the launch of new ranges aiming to bring a hint of opulence to the home through the medium of touch, as well as contrast in finish. Whether you want to add […]
Keeping cool at home
As the high summer temperatures look set to continue Loughborough University has published advice to help householders keep their cool. The habits of more than 400 million people from 40 different occupations across Europe were monitored during Heat-Shield, a project funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation programme. And researchers found that single, prolonged heat […]
Off their screens and into the sunshine
As the summer holidays approach, families in rental homes may be thinking about how to get their children away from the electronics and into the fresh air. According to a report by Ofcom, more than half (53 per cent) of three to four year-olds are now online. That increases to 79 per cent for five to […]
