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Hello, my name is Harold. I am quite new to using the internet. My granddaughter taught me how to use this computer so I decided to start a blog. I didn't have an idea for what I should base my blog on. My wife suggested that I start a home and garden blog. I should make it clear that I am not a home and garden expert so all this advice consists of things I have learnt myself or been taught by others when I have been working on my own property. I hope you enjoy my blog and find it useful.

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Harold's Home and Garden Advice Blog

Hello, my name is Harold. I am quite new to using the internet. My granddaughter taught me how to use this computer so I decided to start a blog. I didn't have an idea for what I should base my blog on. My wife suggested that I start a home and garden blog. I should make it clear that I am not a home and garden expert so all this advice consists of things I have learnt myself or been taught by others when I have been working on my own property. I hope you enjoy my blog and find it useful.

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Creating your new kitchen

22 February 2018
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Nothing breathes new life into a home of any vintage like a new kitchen. If you're planning a remodel, or are building a new home, you'll want a kitchen that not only looks great and serves your needs, but is in keeping with the design trends of the time. So what is hot this year? Read on to find out. Eat in kitchens From farmhouse kitchens to far more contemporary affairs, eat in kitchens are decidedly in this year, with interior designers continuing to feature the islands that have become so popular in recent years, as well as dedicated and roomy areas for tables and chairs. Read More …

Avoid These Mistakes When Choosing Awnings for Your Home’s Exterior

2 February 2018
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Exterior awnings can make any home's exterior look more stylish and attractive, as they add a bit of colour and texture to an outside wall and can tone down the look of too much brick or aluminium siding. Awnings are also often functional, providing shade for the home's interior and some coverage over a deck or patio space. When you are ready to shop for awnings for your home, note some common mistakes you'll want to avoid so you know you'll get pieces that will work as intended and that look attractive outside the home as well. Read More …

Reasons You Need Plantation Shutters in Your New Home

21 November 2017
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

You have finally settled in your new home, and what remains is coming up with interior design ideas for sections of the house. Windows, especially big ones, are conspicuous, and whatever finishing you apply on them is bound to affect the overall aesthetics of your home. In this regard, it is worth trying out plantation shutters for your windows. The fact that a significant number of homeowners consider shutters when building their houses is a good enough reason for you to explore them as an option. Read More …

Why Add Motorization to Your Blinds and Shades?

16 October 2017
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Motorized blinds and shades may be much more affordable than you realize, and they are obviously very convenient, as you can add a remote to your system and then adjust the window treatments without ever getting off the sofa! While convenience is an obvious advantage to having your window treatments motorized, there are many other advantages to consider; note a few of those here, so you can see why this is a good investment for your home. Read More …

You May Have More Options for Air Conditioning Than You Realize!

9 October 2017
 Categories: Home & Garden, Blog

Air conditioning is very important, not just for your overall comfort, but even for your health. It's easy to get overly fatigued if your home isn't properly cooled during hot summer months, and to suffer heat stroke, even when indoors! This is especially true for someone who exercises indoors, as this also raises body temperature, sometimes to a dangerous degree. However, if you've hesitated to have air conditioning installed in any part of your home, perhaps because you're concerned with the expense of central air conditioning, you may have more choices for interior cooling than you realize. Read More …