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Moving Home? Don’t Do It Alone

April 5, 2017 TipsfromTia

Moving Home? Don’t Do It Alone

Even if you are moving home on your own, you need not do it all alone. There are a plethora of services and people out there who are willing and waiting to help you make your big move, and make it as easy as possible at that.

First of all, you should know that moving all of your worldly belongings doesnâ€™t have to be one-person exercise; it doesnâ€™t have to be a case of you packing everything up, stuffing it into your car and making countless journeys back and forth to make sure nothing is left behind. This aspect of moving is most certainly not something you want to be doing alone, or even something that can be done alone. First and foremost you should not be afraid to ask for help from your nearest and dearest. In fact, packing up with family and friends can even be a fun and worthwhile experience: you may find things that bring back memories you’ve experienced together when you are rummaging through all of the stuff in your home that you havenâ€™t seen for years, and you might even be able to get rid of the things that you donâ€™t want to bring with you, whilst being able to rest assured that theyâ€™re going to a good home, if those helping you take a liking to something they are packing.

Donâ€™t pack alone!

But once everything is packed up and ready to go you still face the problem of shipping everything over to your new abode. This is where you should seek the services of a moving company. In fact, you should aim to have this stage sorted even before you start packing so as to not have any unnecessary stresses hampering you in the run up to the big moving day, or even on it. When it comes to the price of such a venture, it is important that you pay for what you need; in other words, it is important that you donâ€™t pay for extra space in a moving truck when youâ€™re not going to be able to fill it. There are companies, such as Chess Moving, who offer up a service where they will come out to inspect your home prior to the move day in order to offer you a personalised quote. Choosing a company and service like this will mean that you are never paying more than what you should be.

Donâ€™t pay for more space in the truck than you need

And the theme of not paying more than what you should be really has to extend itself to your new home too. By this it is meant that, even before the deal has been finalised and deeds to the home signed, it is crucial that you seek out a professional home inspection or survey. Municipal reports, either unknowingly or even knowingly, may miss aspects such as problems with the roof or with rising damp when they offer up their findings, which could then lead you to moving into a home that is either unfit to live in or far too pricey in regards to the asking price. In having a professional survey conducted yourself you may find things that are wrong with the home that could lead you to a case where money is knocked off the asking price.

And once you are all moved into your new home the work doesnâ€™t stop there: itâ€™s now time to start making your living space â€˜wowâ€™!

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ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME, SEX & LIFE

Teenager Bedrooms – They’re Child’s Play!

April 3, 2017 TipsfromTia

Teenager Bedrooms – They’re Child’s Play!

Once your child hits their teenage years, you might find that their tastes will probably change. They will completely overhaul their look in order to look a lot cooler, and their fashion tastes might seem to change before your very eyes! Not only that, though, but their idea of what constitutes good dÃ©cor could also drastically alter. Sooner or later, you will find that your teenager starts begging you for a new bedroom! Donâ€™t worry; itâ€™s not too difficult to come up with a newly decorated bedroom that your teenager will like. Here are some tips to make it childâ€™s play.

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Ask Them For Their Ideas

Your child is almost all grown up now, so it is important that you treat them like an adult. And one way you can show them that you fully respect them is by asking for their ideas for their bedroom. After all, it is their very own space so they should have some say in the finished look of the room. Chat to them about their thoughts of different color schemes and furniture. Even if you arenâ€™t completely happy with their choices, you should try and come to a compromise so that both of you are happy.

Consider Furniture Options

Your teenager will probably have some very strong opinions when it comes to the furniture in their new bedroom. They might want some cool new additions, such as a cabin bed or a great foam chair. Again, as Iâ€™ve already mentioned, itâ€™s worth trying to come to a compromise about the furniture that goes into your teenagerâ€™s bedroom. Also, as their schoolwork will soon get quite serious, it could be worth making sure there are some practical pieces in there, such as a work desk so that they can do their homework in peace.

Make Sure It Is Multipurpose

Once your teenager hits a certain age, they wonâ€™t just be using their bedroom for sleeping anymore. It will also become a space for studying and hanging out with friends. So itâ€™s important that you take this into consideration when you plan the design. Make sure there is plenty of space that your teen can utilize for these other activities, and that the room cleverly combines comfort and practicality.

Keep It Fun

Your teen wonâ€™t want a design that is too sophisticated or elegant – they are way too young for that right now! Instead, keep the design and dÃ©cor fun and playful. There are different ways you could do this. For example, you can just keep all the colors that you use bold and bright. Alternatively, rather than sticking to block colors, you and your teen might prefer the idea of using patterns. You can either get some patterned wallpaper or paint your own using wall stencils.

I know lots of parents who worry about decorating their teenagerâ€™s bedroom. They fear that their teen will get grumpy and could dislike the design. Well, hopefully, this blog post will help you create a room that everyone loves!

ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

Home Hacks: Minor Modifications That Make All The Difference

April 3, 2017 TipsfromTia

Home Hacks: Minor Modifications That Make All The Difference

Have a look around your home. How do you feel? Do you feel calm and relaxed? Are you proud to say that this is your home? Or is your eye immediately drawn to all those nagging jobs youâ€™ve never quite got around to finishing? When we renovate and redecorate, we tend to focus on getting the big jobs done and dusted but often, making minor modifications can make all the difference. If youâ€™re keen to take your home to the next level, here are some simple, affordable changes you can make now.

Finishing off those half-baked DIY jobs

Have you got doors hanging off, shelves lying on the floor or storage units, which havenâ€™t yet made it out of the box? If so, itâ€™s time to set aside a couple of days and finish these jobs off. Although they may seem minor, itâ€™s highly likely that youâ€™ll feel much better when theyâ€™re done. If youâ€™re not a dab hand when it comes to DIY, and this is why itâ€™s taken so long to get the house in tip-top condition, consider enlisting the help of a handyman. You can save money by doing the work yourself, but if you havenâ€™t got the time or the inclination, this may be a much more appealing option. Ask friends for recommendations, or have a look at the services that are available in your local area online.

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Refreshing the paintwork

Painting is something many people dread, but afterwards, it becomes clear why itâ€™s important to make the effort. It may sound incredibly simple, but refreshing your walls and the exterior paintwork can bring your home to life, and give it a much fresher feel. If white walls have become cream or gray or youâ€™re tired of trying to contend with color clashes or garish prints, which were all the rage five years ago, now is the time to sand down those walls, given them a wipe, and choose some new shades. In the spring/summer months, itâ€™s always good to go for light colors, especially if you have small rooms.

Switching your flooring

Flooring has such a dramatic impact on the look of the room. If you have an old carpet thatâ€™s frayed at the edges, youâ€™ve fallen out of love with laminate or the bathroom is sporting cracked tiles, consider switching your flooring. Wooden floors are great in both modern and traditional homes, and they complement most styles of dÃ©cor. In kitchens and bathrooms, tiles are a practical and aesthetically pleasing option. If youâ€™re searching for ideas, have a look around some showrooms, and flick through some magazines. Once you know what kind of look you want to go for, you can compare prices by visiting stores and shopping online.

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When you think of a modifying your home, you probably assume that this means spending a fortune and devoting hours of your precious time to building, painting, sanding, and hammering. The truth is that you can achieve incredible transformations by making relatively simple modifications. Once youâ€™ve got the big jobs ticked off, donâ€™t forget those minor details.

ORGANIC HEALTH & HOME

Light It Up: Keep Your Home Looking Bright and Airy

March 30, 2017 TipsfromTia

Light It Up: Keep Your Home Looking Bright and Airy

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Even if your home is perfectly decorated, without the right light levels, it can look dark, enclosed and drab. We might not all be lucky enough to have huge windows in our property, but we can still maximize the light we do have coming in. Here are a few ways you can go about it.

Use a Plain Light Wall Colour

Light colors will make your rooms look bigger and brighter, and darker or bolder colors will make it look more enclosed. Bold or busy pattern will also bring in the room. If you want to maximize space and keep a bright and airy look, your best bet is to turn your space into a blank canvas. Smooth, plain white walls work well. Thereâ€™s no need to worry about it looking stark, the right accessories will dress the room, so it still looks homely and personal. Itâ€™s also useful for if you come to sell your home later down the line too. Plain white walls will appeal to just about everyone, and so you wonâ€™t need to completely redecorate your house to get the best price for it.

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Replace The Windows and Doors

Bigger windows will of course mean more light coming in. You could also consider a skylight, adding sliding glass patio doors or even changing your front door to one with a large glass panel in it. You could get some quotes from local window companies if youâ€™re considering replacing home windows. Newer models will be more energy efficient too, and less prone to condensation so itâ€™s a win-win.

Use Large Mirrors

A large mirror in the room not only helps to accessorize and bring in personality but helps to make the most of the daylight too. A big statement mirror (ideally positioned opposite the window) will contribute to bouncing the light around and can make a dramatic difference. Mirrors can be used in just about any room and is an easy way to make any space look brighter.

Find The Right Curtains and Blinds

While thick curtains are great for keeping out drafts, and blackout blinds are good for keeping the room dark and shaded- if your room feels too dark and dingy you may need to consider changing what you have up at the window. To get the best of both worlds, how about a blackout roller blind, with a pair of thinner â€˜dress curtainsâ€™ over the top? That way when you need the room dark, you can roll down. But for the rest of the time, have it rolled right the way to the top. Lighter curtains still make the window look complete but without blocking out too much precious light.

Add Lamps and Lights

Finally, adding additional light sources to your home for use in the evening helps to keep everywhere looking nice when itâ€™s dark outside too. Along with your main overhead light, you need a couple of table lamps, in larger rooms, you could add a statement floor lamp too. LED strip lighting under cupboards and counters works well, you could even have some wall sconces fitted.

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