Homes and Gardens

Image: New Africa / Shutterstock.com. Cool Savings We are soon to enter the summer season and electricity bills can increase due to the high temperatures. However, simple changes can reduce these costs. The use of energy-efficient appliances such as ACs, fans and refrigerators can help you save money and power. Set your AC to 78°F for comfort without overuse. Fans …

Image: Tanya Dvoretskaya / Shutterstock.com. Blackout curtains or room-darkening drapes can improve your sleep if external light disturbs you. These curtains can be used in bedrooms, media rooms, or anywhere that requires light control. They come in different materials, colours, designs, and styles. The blackout curtains will block out any light from the streetlights or sunlight. The curtains can also …

Image: Followtheflow from Shutterstock.com. The home decoration has evolved significantly in the last two decades. Colours are a crucial part of the design process. By 2025, we can expect to see a shift towards warmer and more natural colours. Twenty years ago, grey, white, and silver were cool, metallic colors. People are now embracing colors inspired by nature such as …

Image: nieriss / Shutterstock.com. Outdoor spaces have undergone a transformation in recent years, which has led to a major shift in the design of homes. Terraces and gardens were once viewed as a decorative feature or a place to relax. Now, they are seen as extensions of an interior. By 2025 the goal is to fully integrate with nature. Vertical …

Image: Andrey_Popov / Shutterstock.com. Radiators sometimes emit strange sounds, such as metallic noises or gurgling. These noises can be caused by many different things and are often fixable by identifying their source. To begin, note when the sound occurs. As an example, when the heating system is on, the hot water will move through the pipes towards the radiators. This …

The holiday season is fast approaching. Many people are eager to travel but this also presents an opportunity for burglars. Take steps to secure your home before leaving. Here are some tips from experts on how to keep your home secure. Begin by securing garage doors and window. While many people lock the front door, burglars are more likely to …

Image: polinaloves / Shutterstock.com. Pizza is a favorite food of many people, and they’ve tried to make it at home. But getting the right taste and texture can prove difficult. A pizza oven is the secret. Pizza ovens can reach higher temperatures than microwaves or regular ovens. This allows you to cook your pizzas like a professional. This high temperature …

Image: Prostock-studio / Shutterstock.com. Luxury bathrooms have evolved over the years from being status symbols into personal retreats that are focused on relaxation and sustainability. Modern homes prioritize these spaces and often integrate them into bedrooms to create a seamless, spacious feel. Wood-inspired finishes, such as marble, stone and ceramic, add warmth. Comfort is enhanced by features like LED lighting, …

Picture: Monkey Enterprise Pictures / Shutterstock.com. Open-plan kitchens have grow to be more and more widespread in fashionable properties.Eradicating partitions between the kitchen and residing areas makes these areas really feel bigger, brighter, and extra inviting. Even smaller kitchens can seem extra expansive and open with this design. Utilizing constant flooring, comparable to large-format tiles, helps create a seamless move …

Picture: Chinnapong / Shutterstock.com. The bed room traits for 2025 give attention to multifunctional areas, personalisation, and luxury. Bedrooms are not only for sleeping however are actually personal retreats the place individuals chill out, recharge, and specific their type. This 12 months’s traits emphasise sustainability, cosy atmospheres, and private touches. Begin by defining the type you need, minimalist and fashionable …