What to do if your Child is Outgrowing their Bedroom

Every parent thinks it’ll never happen, but there comes a time in every child’s life when they begin to outgrow the bedroom they’ve had since being a grasshopper!

The trouble is that kids can be expensive and if you have no plans to move then you have to think of other low-cost ways to make sure they’re comfortable.

Luckily, there are options available to help make the most of your space without it costing a fortune.

Bespoke furniture

If your child is hitting the end of their growth spurt, it might be time to explore a bespoke bedroom solution.

This will allow you to design the room around their needs and tastes (within reason), and the quality of the finished product will mean it can last for years.

Bespoke furniture will make the most of all the nooks and crannies and awkward areas of the room, and provide a place to hide away all of the clutter, making the room feel much larger.

Bedrooms fitted to your requirements don’t have to cost the earth either, as there are many suppliers that will design something to fit to your budget. The longevity of the furniture will also mean you won’t have to replace it for years.

Loft conversion

This is an option that is unavailable to a lot of people and may be too costly for others, but if you do have the space available and can get enough money to do it then converting your loft or attic space into another bedroom can be a very good move.

Not only will you create a new fabulous space for your offspring to expand into, but you could also add a significant sum to the value of your home.

You should also consider how much more peace and quiet you will get by moving your child to the top of the house, well out of earshot!

Raised beds

There is nothing that many children like more than having a bed that they can quite literally climb into.

There is a huge selection of beds available from a wide variety of furniture retailers that are raised off the ground to free up the space underneath it for a better use. For younger children you can get beds fitted with slides, while older children will be delighted with a double bed raised above a desk where they can pretend to do their homework.

Redecorate

It may seem simple, but often simply redecorating a room can open up a lot of space. It may be that by painting the room a lighter colour makes the room feel more spacious.

By buying new furniture, with space-saving in mind, it’s amazing how much space you can create. Consider, for example, how much extra space you could create just by buying a bed with under-bed drawers.

Winter Proof your Bathroom

Warm the cockles of your heart with a winter proofed bathroom with just a few simple changes to help you survive the upcoming months;

Invest in a bath

Add a relaxing bath for those cold weekends that are approaching. BestBathrooms.com offers freestanding, corner and whirlpool styles, so there’s the right size tub waiting for you.

Add a heated towel rail

Take the chill off the room with a heated towel rail, with the option of designer, traditional, ladder style, bar on bar and electric you’re bound to find your dream rail to warm through your towels.

Fight the mould

Mould is caused by damp, condensation and bad ventilation and can be prevented by fitting an extractor fan, re-painting with anti-fungicidal paint or using mould killer spray, along with airing the bathroom; all contributing to help ensure your bathroom stays fresh as a daisy!

Under floor heating

This will help to keep your feet toasty when jumping from the shower to the heated towel warmer. Help make the journey less brutal with this touch of luxury to make your feet feel pleasant.

Robe hooks

The simplest one of all is to fit a hook to the door for your dressing gown to be at hand after a relaxing shower!

Leaking Taps

Repair leaking taps to help save water and create a relaxing sanctuary. This is easy to do; all you will need is a replacement washer, screwdriver and pliers.

Firstly turn off the water supply and put the plug in the plug hole so you don’t lose anything. Remove the cap on the tap (either the hot or the cold depending which one is dripping). This can be released with your fingers and a screwdriver. Now you can see the screw, unscrew it to expose the headgear nut. Pull of the handle then remove the head gear from the tap body with a spanner turning anticlockwise. Remove the jumper and you will see a small nut, unscrew it using pliers and remove the old washer, replacing it with a new one. Then simply put the nut back on and reassemble the tap.

These small changes can make all the difference to your bathroom experience, so get your DIY hat on and get those jobs done!

Shower Enclosures & a few common mistakes while buying them

Shower enclosures are an integral part of any bathroom, and their primary purpose is to segregate the bathing area from the rest of the bathroom and provide an effective bathing experience. A shower enclosure not only contains water from splashing all over the bathroom, but also gives us privacy for daily bathing.

Bathroom Cabinets and Few Common Buying Mistakes

Every bathroom needs storage space to contain essentials, and the cabinet has become a staple in almost every bathroom. This ordinary cupboard has undergone a metamorphosis and become a one of the most essential elements of the bathroom today. Earlier cabinets were drab and bulky affairs, which served only to provide space, but today these units come in a wide variety of designs and colours. Consider a few points before buying a cabinet, and choose carefully to avoid regretting the buy later.

Granite Countertops – Things to Consider before Making the Investment

Putting in a granite countertop can be one of the greatest investments that you can make. The look and appeal of them make it almost easy to go out and spend the money. But before you do, here are some things to consider what will go into it beforehand.

#1: Money

Granite is a very expensive type of stone. If you have a large kitchen, you will be spending a lot of money. Yes, the look of granite is amazing, but it does come with a hefty price tag. Measure your existing countertop and do some price comparisons before making the leap.

#2: Labor

Who’s going to put your new countertop in? If you know how to do it then you should be okay as you’ll only be paying for the materials. If you have a professional company come out to put it in, then you may be paying a lot more. Professionals get paid by the hour as the job can take several days to complete.

You’ll want to set a budget for the labor before making any promises. Call several companies to come out to your home and give you an estimate. Always take the lowest, of course. You may also want to check each company out online and to see what others are saying about them.

#3: Space

A major factor in putting in a granite countertop is the space. How much space do you have to work with? If you are working with a large area, the countertop may be able to come in two pieces. The smaller the area, the easier the job will be.

You may also want to consider how much cutting will have to be done. Some companies can customize counter tops for you. This of course costs more because you’re paying for their labor as well.

#4: Practicality

How well will a granite countertop fit in with the rest of your kitchen? You may want to ask yourself this. It might have always been a dream of yours to own one, but if it doesn’t fit in with the rest of the kitchen, you may be looking into a larger bill to remodel.

Buying a new granite countertop will make a nice addition to your kitchen. Always make sure that you have the finances and time before venturing into this.