Building an extension to your house is pretty expensive especially now that construction materials are so costly. However, for those who want to make their vacant spaces useful, one economical option is to build conservatories instead of house extensions. A conservatory can be used as a playroom for children, as a balcony, a greenhouse for plants, or a second living room for the family. Their use is dependent with the materials used for their walls and roof. Those that are made with normal polycarbonate glass... Read more

Do it yourself projects have exploded lately. Since Pinterest came about a few years ago, it’s easier than ever to find all sorts of creative DIY ideas. They can range from making your own lip-gloss to creating a garden, to making your own furniture. Designing and creating your own furniture might sound daunting at first, but with the right materials, you can create an item or two that will can be handed down for generations to come, and will be a major talking point for... Read more

Replacing the fences in your garden can be a bit of a nightmare if you have tricky neighbours. If you’re situated between two other houses and have fences either side of your garden as a boundary, you’ll know that you’re only responsible for one fence. This could be the one on the left or the one on the right; it all depends on your neighbourhood. This is why it can be tricky replacing your fences, because your neighbor may have no interest in replacing theirs,... Read more

Okay so sheds aren’t exactly expensive nowadays, but you can save a considerable amount of money by building one yourself, and you’re more likely to get better build quality, depending how good you are at DIY. I bought all of the materials from my local Wickes and it only cost me around £400. It’s built with security in mind, so there are no windows, while the hinges are concealed. I used a template online as a guide, and it was actually relatively easy to make,... Read more