Author: EB

Sliding doors and patio doors made from glass can be a great way of partitioning off space whilst still letting natural light in and giving a feeling of space. Imagine how dark and dingy some spaces would be without glass doors there. However, there is one big downside to glass sliding doors and screen doors: people…

Looking for front house ideas to boost the look of your home? Kerb appeal focuses on how attractive a property and its surroundings are when seen from the street. It’s usually the first impression of your home that people get, so if you’re out to impress – maybe you’re selling or renting out a property…

Ever wondered how to stop a dog from barking at home? It’s estimated that 24% of households in the UK have at least one dog – that’s about 8.5 million four-legged friends up and down the country. With many of us now working from home, we’re adjusting to life with our new furry colleagues and…

  The ‘soft office’ (i.e. the bed and sofa) is often seen as the natural home of freelancers and remote workers, but many have experienced for the first time during the pandemic that in reality: it’s not quite conducive to working at your best. Living and working in the same space (perhaps with little ones…

Moving house can be a stressful time. Figuring out how to get everything exactly the way you want it in your new home while trying to stay on budget is no easy task. Well, you’ll be happy to know there are lots of new home DIY tips to help you save money on renovation costs!…

Whether you own a period property, or just want your house to look like one, heritage windows can cost a fortune. The beautiful glass designs can be very difficult to create or replace whilst keeping in character with the building and its existing décor. The good news is that (at least when it comes to…

Do delivery drivers have trouble finding your house? Do you often find visitors driving past a couple of times before finding your address? Many modern estates, in particular, have unorthodox numbering conventions and it is not always simple to find the house you are looking for.  This can be difficult for visitors, delivery drivers or…

Conservatories are a quintessential British must for any house.  They have become idealised as a ‘room in the garden’. Conservatories offer us the opportunity to indulge in our gardens while simultaneously being protected from the unpredictable British weather. With long, rainy summer days and chilly bitter winter evenings, it’s important to make sure your conservatory is…

Are you looking for inspiration for how best to apply window frosting to your home or office? We’ve collected some of our favourite examples from our 15 years of experience here at Purlfrost. Frosted windows can often be very costly. Not only is the glass itself expensive, but high installation and replacement costs can make…

In the instagram age, there is no shortage of motivational quotes to inspire and uplift. A young entrepreneur can find myriad bite-sized pieces of advice. To make it easier, here are the top 10 pearls of wisdom from – and for – the financially savvy: “We all need people who will give us feedback. That’s…