How to Get Your Home Ready for Winter

The time has come to make sure your home is warm, cosy and safe when colder weather arrives. A few simple measures now will save you money and stress later on.  Check Your Heating System Don’t wait until the weather gets really chilly. Autumn is the time to get your boiler serviced, so don’t wait … Continue reading “How to Get Your Home Ready for Winter”

When it comes to protecting your home, tough windows and doors are your first line of defence, but you can never be too careful. Exciting developments in home security technology offer additional protection.  A modern home security system does a lot more than make a loud noise. It allows you to monitor your home and … Continue reading “Home Security – How to Keep Your Home Safe”

Perhaps you’re hosting a party for loved ones you haven’t seen for ages or have invited your new colleague round for dinner. Perhaps your mother-in-law has announced she’s coming to stay for a while. Perhaps you’re thinking of selling your property. These are just some of the many reasons why you might be particularly keen … Continue reading “Ensuring Your Home Makes a Great First Impression”

This nasty fungus can pop up in any home. You’ll notice it on window frames and the adjacent sills, and it easily spreads to walls and ceilings. It can smell unpleasant, and it looks horrid. More importantly, black mould causes health problems so you don’t want it hanging around. How Does Black Mould Develop? Black … Continue reading “What to Do When Black Mould Strikes”

Your home sees a lot of wear and tear, so it’s inevitable you’ll need to redecorate now and then. These days it’s not just about colours and styles though. Many of us are looking for ways to lessen the harmful impact we humans are having on our environment. That means looking at our home décor … Continue reading “How to Make Your House Eco-Friendly”

If you’re thinking of selling your house, it needs to be in the best condition possible. Chances are there’ll be a few things to tidy up, mend or replace. Buyers don’t want properties that need work, so you must prepare properly before putting your home on the market. Traditionally, spring is the most popular time … Continue reading “Top Tips for Selling Your House”

Many UK homes are poorly insulated with too many places for the cold to creep in. In cooler weather, it’s tempting to turn up the heating, but this won’t eliminate draughts entirely – and with rising energy bills this isn’t an attractive solution.   Fortunately, there are easy and cost-effective ways to keep in the warmth … Continue reading “Cost-Effective Ways to Make Your House Cosy”

Finding ways to make your home more spacious, comfortable and energy-efficient is always a good idea. Whether you’re settling down or moving on, it’s essential to make the right choices. Change comes at a price and we’re all watching the pennies these days, so here are some practical and smart home improvement ideas to get … Continue reading “Smart Home Improvement Ideas”

A porch isn’t just another front door. The size may be modest but it makes a wonderfully versatile addition to your home. It provides a handy extra room, looks good and can even save you money. Here are a few points to consider. 1. Beefs Up Security A porch acts as a handy barrier between … Continue reading “4 Reasons Why You Need a Porch”

Noise is something we all have to live with. Traffic, kids playing, loud music – it’s stressful and harmful. Even in quiet, suburban areas, there’s always some kind of commotion outside. Your windows are the main way that outside noise gets in, so if you’re considering replacing them what’s the best way to keep noise … Continue reading “Say Goodbye to Noise Pollution”

You may think your home is secure, but you’d be surprised how many ways you can be caught out. Burglars do their homework. They take note of your daily routine – signs of people at home or leaving, barking dogs, CCTV, burglar alarms and access points. Fortunately, there are several simple ways to make your … Continue reading “Is Your Home Burglar-Proof?”

We all want our homes to protect us from the cold when temperatures outside are plummeting. Winter arrives in late December and will be with us until late March. Heating your home – and retaining as much of that heat as possible – is never more important than during this harsh season. When you’re feeling … Continue reading “Make Your Home Warmer without Turning up the Thermostat”

Many of us are spending more time working or studying at home than we ever did before. And that means we’re suddenly a lot more conscious about clutter and lack of space.   Fortunately, there are many ways to make your home spacious, comfortable and inspiring, as well as functional. Increase Floor Space Happily, you … Continue reading “Need More Space at Home? Here’s How”

Most of us spend the majority of our time indoors even though this is really unhealthy. Generally, we have no choice as work commitments, bad weather or poor health conspire to keep us inside – and now we have the pandemic to deal with as well.   These things can’t be magicked away, but they … Continue reading “You Need Natural Light in Your Home: How to Get It and Why You Should”

Home security should always be your priority, so it’s essential to fit the right windows and doors to protect your property. Burglars can be very determined, and sadly anyone can be a target. At The Window Centre we always have your safety in mind, so here is our handy guide to protecting your home and … Continue reading “Protect Your Home with Secure Windows and Doors”

These days many people are choosing to update their property rather than move. It’s well worth the effort, as a little work will make your home more comfortable and stylish. And, if you’re thinking of moving in the future it’ll also add value. Redecorate and Fix Small Problems A fresh lick of paint makes a … Continue reading “Smart Ways to Update Your Home”

Heating and hot water cost a substantial amount for the average UK household every month. Individual requirements will vary, but we can safely say these costs account for a considerable chunk of your income annually, whoever you are. Happily, there are ways to make your home more energy-efficient.    Here are our top tips for saving money and … Continue reading “Top Tips for an Energy-Efficient Home”