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AD| Have you just bought a new home, or are you looking to update your current lighting features? Want some minimalist and creative light options?

When it comes to lighting ideas for your home, there is such a range to choose from, it can be a little overwhelming. If you're currently having a look at ways you can upgrade the lighting features in your home, keep on reading. 

Whether you're looking for more eco-friendly options, looking to save some money on your energy bills, or even looking at having full control over the design of your lighting in your home, LED lighting might be the best solution for you. Upgrading your lighting fixture can have an amazing effect on the overall look of your home, by making it feel more welcoming, change the ambiance, and improve the overall mood of your personal space. Whether you're looking at including some decorative spotlights, durable outdoor lighting, or even high-quality affordable under cabinet lighting, the possibilities are endless. If you're in the need of some inspiration for your home, here are a number of creative LED light ideas for inside and outside use.

house lights

Spotlights
Spotlights are a perfect lighting idea for those looking for a more modern option, used to direct light into specific areas of your home, allowing you to highlight specific features or illuminate certain areas. Spotlights can be used in any areas of your home, including kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and even outside in your garden.

Strip Lights
If you're looking for an incredibly versatile, durable and colourful option when it comes to LED lights, strip lights could be just what you require. They are a perfect choice based on functionality, as well as for decorative purposes. LED strip lights can be used in almost every room in your home, and they also come with a handful of benefits. They are super easy to install, energy efficient, flexible, and also waterproof. LED strip lights have unlimited uses within your home and allow you to be extremely creative with your lighting options.

Decking Lights
For those looking for lighting ideas for the garden, decking lights could be a good option. By simply installing decking lights to your outdoor garden space, you will completely change the aesthetic, add an enhanced safety and security feature, for both your family and any guests visiting your home. Decking lights could be a useful option, especially during the summer months, for those who like to entertain in their summer gardens during the evenings. 

Pendant Lights
If you are looking for modern and stylish light fixtures for your home, you can never go wrong with pendant lighting. They can easily be installed anywhere, whether you suspend them from your kitchen ceiling or even in your bathroom, pendant lighting is perfect for those looking to provide illumination or ambient lighting to their rooms. Pendant lighting ideas are suitable to fit into any style of home decor, whether you currently have a modern and contemporary design, or something more comfortable and cosy, this type of lighting is incredibly versatile.

Do you have LED lights in your home? What other creative options would you consider installing in your home?
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AD – GIFTED | Are you planning on incorporating some new wall art in your home decor? Thinking of getting a some new posters or prints for your home? Look no further!

If you're someone who likes to change up their home decor quite often, or you enjoy updating your personal space with the newest home décor trends, choosing new wall art might be a simple and affordable choice for you. A simple way to update your home's look is by interchanging some wall art displays to help add some character, some colour and a personal touch to your space. If you're looking for some inspiration or a wide selection of styles to select from, head over to the Poster Store – offering an endless choice of wall art posters and prints at an affordable price. 

For me, I think illustrations and abstract poster artwork is the perfect choice for the home, as they are so minimal, so simple, yet so stylish. Wall art, posters, and prints are another way to totally transform a room instantly and here are 3 reasons to include minimalist art prints in your home.

minimalist art

 Minimalist art is a perfect addition to any home if you are planning on giving your decor a little refresh with something new. Minimalist art prints can help add colour and vibrancy into any room without being too in your face. Depending on your chosen design, minimalist art can help add a focal point to your room, or be used as part of a number of posters or prints to create a simple, yet effective a gallery wall in your home.

By using simple forms of monochrome, minimalist artwork in your home can help to neutralise a space. By adding a simple artistic touch via your wall art, you are simply elevating your surrounding home décor without distracting away from it. Minimalist artwork can bring a sense of peace and calmness to any room. The simplicity and elegance of line art can introduce a relaxing atmosphere to your personal space. If your current home decor features a neutral colour palette, minimalist art work will only enhance your home, and bring all the different features together nicely.

poster store abstract art

I was kindly gifted some prints and frame from the Poster Store to include in my home, to help add some interest and focal points. I opted for some simple illustrative abstract line art posters. This allowed me to decorate my home in a discreet and subtle way, without adding too much colour or pattern.

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A4 – One Line Art No 1 Poster
An abstract line-art illustration showing a woman from behind, against a beige background. Her hair is in a bun, and she is looking over her shoulder. With this modern and minimalistic art poster, you can use this print to create a simple feature wall for your bedroom, or even as part of a trendy gallery wall. The poster has a printed white margin that frames the design.

poster store poster

A4 – One Line Art No 3 Poster
A trendy minimal line art illustration of a body on a beige background. It's so simple, yet so eye-catching. Combine this modern art poster with the One Line Art No 1 poster and create a unique gallery wall. The poster has a printed white margin that frames the design to help make it stand out once it's framed.

There are a variety of sizes for all posters, prints, and frames online, making it easier for you to be as creative as you want, depending on the space you have to fill in your home, as well as your budget. The collection of unique prints online will help you create your own gallery wall tailor-made for your home. All the posters are printed on sustainably produced high-quality paper, helping to minimise any damage to the environment. 

For those looking to invest in some high quality, affordable posters and prints, make sure to check out the Poster Store and use the discount below to save some money on some beautiful wall art.

Use Code: 45LAURATHORNBERRY for 45% on all posters (except Selection Posters and frames) Not combinable with other discount campaigns. 
Valid from 28th of April to 6th of May.

Have you heard of the Poster Store? Are you looking to add some new wall art into your home?
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 AD| Looking at renovating your kitchen but have no idea where to start? Do you want to choose more sustainable and eco-friendly options to help your kitchen last a lifetime?

The entire process of redesigning and renovating your kitchen can be extremely complicated and overwhelming. There are so many things to consider along the way, especially when selecting your appliances, layout, colour schemes and the companies you wish to seek help from. As well as this, you will need to keep in mind the environmental impact of every step of your kitchen renovation, and select your materials, products and design in a more eco-friendly way. In order to create a more sustainable kitchen, you need to ensure you are incredibly careful and thoughtful during the planning stage, so that it remains timeless and durable for years into the future. For those who may need a little inspiration, here are 4 ways to update and renovate your kitchen sustainably.

KITCHEN DESIGN

    LED Lighting Options
LED lighting is probably the most energy-efficient and eco-friendly way to brighten up your kitchen work space. Not only can they help to improve the look and ambience of any room, they are also incredibly environmentally friendly, long-lasting and extremely energy efficient when it comes to lighting options. Picking LED lights is a more sustainable option, as there is no guilt of wasting energy as they typically boast a life-span of up to 10,000 hours. Another huge benefit of opting for LED lights in your home is that there are a wide variety of different styles and colours to choose from, to suit your own personal interior design preferences and chosen colour scheme.

Buy Second-hand
A brand-new kitchen might seem like the perfect choice when it comes to your renovation, but, why not consider looking into buying second-hand from a specialist dealer? Second-hand kitchen options can save you lots of money —and they are a great eco-friendly, sustainable option too. By going for a second-hand option, this allows buyers to afford top designer kitchens that their initial budgets may not have catered for, as you are able to save a lot of money on the RRP. UKE are well known for their high quality ex-display and used kitchens. Also, it may be worth researching local kitchen suppliers that are close to your home that use sustainable and locally sourced materials to reduce your renovation's carbon footprint. Ultimately, a more sustainable kitchen renovation simple adds more value to your home.

Consider Energy-Efficient Appliances
When you begin browsing and shopping around for new appliances to add into your kitchen, such as washing machines, refrigerators, dishwashers and ovens, try to look at the most energy efficient options, instead of the cheapest. Many large kitchen appliances use a lot of electricity, which may increase your annual bill, especially if they have a low efficiency grade. So, even though the initial upfront cost of a more energy-efficient appliance may be more money, over time, it'll be a more sustainable option as you will end up saving on your energy bills.

Choose Eco-Friendly Paints
A quick fresh paint job can completely change the atmosphere of your kitchen and help give it a whole new lease on life. Painting is one of the easiest and more affordable tasks that you will have in your renovation project. To be more environmental friendly, opt for non-toxic paints made from natural organic ingredients, as these will be much safer to use, more breathable and will have a less damaging impact on the environment. Natural paints are also a great choice as they typically dry faster and have fewer odours, making them safer for your health.

Are you currently planning a kitchen renovation? What other sustainable options are there to include in your project?
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 AD| Have you just moved home? Are you looking to furnish your home with some luxurious, staple pieces? Look no further.

When it comes to decorating your new home, it doesn't have to break the bank. You just need to incorporate some stylish, luxury home furniture ideas to add some elegance to your personal space and ultimately, make your home look more expensive. There are a variety of ways to give your new home a stylish and luxurious upgrade, without breaking the bank. Listed below are 5 essential and affordable luxury interior ideas for your new home.

home furniture

Coffee Tables
A simple coffee table is both functional and versatile, and features as an essential piece of furniture to place in your living room. There are a number of ways individuals use coffee tables in their homes. For some, it's a display unit for decorative ornaments, candles, and other home accessories. For others, it's a convenient place for any drinks and snacks whilst you watch TV. Other uses include a home for remote controls, or reading materials such as books, newspapers, and magazines. A top tip includes building different height levels on your coffee table by using plants and greenery, decorative home accessories and books in various sizes, to help create a truly stylish area.

Sofas
If you are ultimately looking to create a real luxury statement, be sure that it's the main part of the room, e.g., your sofa. By choosing a more statement sofa, it  can really help bring a room to life and help create a sleek, stylish feature  that people are drawn to when they enter the room. Sofas come in all shapes, sizes, materials, styles and colours, so ultimately, the choice is completely up to you to find your statement sofa. To really add some luxury interior design to your room. opt for a more modern, yet minimalist style sofa, as these are super simple pieces, which can allow you to be really creative with adding cushions and throws on top.

home furniture

Update Lighting Features
Another quick fix you can implement in your new home is focusing on updating old light fixtures. By investing in some good quality lighting options, it can help set up your focal point for a room. Whether you add some spotlights in the bathroom or kitchen, or consider adding new decorative, statement lamps in your living room. Changing up your lighting fixtures is a quick and easy way to change the vibe of your home, and add that high-end, luxurious feel.

Rugs
It's simply impossible to go wrong when choosing a stylish rug – they can help add a splash of colour to a more neutral-coloured room, help add texture, and even an element of cosy and comfort. Adding a rug into your living room, dining room or even your bedroom can help  all bring all your furniture pieces together and typically give the illusion to make any room look slightly bigger.

Framed Wall Art
An affordable, yet simple way of updating your home's look is by interchanging some wall art displays to help add some luxury, some character and a personal touch to your space. Inexpensive yet stylish wall art and decorative artwork can help to elevate the ambience of any room. There are so many wall art styles and themes to pick from, making the pieces you display in your home so personal, and reflects your preferences. Choose something big and bold to add more of a statement and a focus point to your room. I would probably select an A3 poster size or bigger to really add some character. To add that stylish vibe, frame your prints with some simple gold or rose gold frames for that extra something special.

What affordable, luxury style furniture pieces would you include in your new home??
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GUEST POST | Enthusiastic DIYers are all too willing to give plumbing a go, in the way they wouldn’t attempt, say, plastering their walls, building an extension or tiling a roof. Why is this? Is it because they don’t think plumbing is a skilled job? Or is it because a man on YouTube with a spanner in his hand told them fixing a leak in a pipe was easy? 

That bloke on YouTube may make doing your own plumbing look easy, but that doesn’t mean a) it actually is; or b) fixing plumbing issues yourself won’t cause further damage elsewhere. With that in mind, here are three reasons why you should hire a professional plumber. 
 
plumbing taps

A Plumber Can Locate The Cause of The Problem
If you’ve got a slow-draining sink in your 19th floor flat in east London, it might be a simple case of a blockage in the U-bend that will only take a few minutes to fix. However, a professional plumber will be able to diagnose if the problem lies further down the system, for example all the way down deep in the drains, requiring drain cleaning in London.

Plumbers Have Experience 
A professional, qualified plumber will have the experience you just don’t get from blogs and YouTube videos. They’ll not only have the skills and qualifications necessary to diagnose and fix your plumbing concern, but because they do it daily, plumbers have years of experience to draw on. What this means is a plumber will be able to fix your issue quickly and efficiently. To put it simply – a professional plumber knows what they’re doing, and you don’t. 

A Plumber Will Have The Proper Tools
When the plumber calls round to fix whatever it is you need fixed, they’ll have the proper tools with them. They might even have the right parts in their van, too, but if not, they’ll know where to get them or how long they’ll take to get in. 

A plumber won’t be Googling to find out what tools they need or using a butter knife instead of a screwdriver (or is that just me?) They also won’t be making unnecessary trips to B&Q or Homebase to waste money on tools they’re only going to use once. You may think you’re saving money by doing your own plumbing, but if you take into consideration: 
— the money you’ll spend on tools and parts
— the time it takes you to look up how to fix that blocked sink
the time it takes you to drive to the hardware store, find what you require and drive back, you might find you’d be better off paying a plumber after all. 

Why You Should Hire a Professional Plumber
You may think you’re saving a few pennies by not hiring a professional plumber, but if you don’t know exactly what you’re doing, you could cause a lot of damage to your plumbing. Water damage from burst or leaking pipes can be devastating and require costly repairs to your walls, ceiling, and floors. 

Taking all this into account, is it really worth the risk of not hiring a professional plumber?
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AD – GIFTED| Hosting a Valentine's Day dinner date at home for your partner? Or having the girls round for a single girls Galantines get together? Need home Valentines decor ideas but don't know where to start? Don't worry, this post has you covered!

Valentine's Day doesn't need to be super expensive or super fancy. You should use this day to spend time with your loved ones, and enjoy each other's company. However, if you do want to throw a cute surprise, you don't need to be spending lots of money. If you're hosting something special at home this Valentine's Day, and are looking to decorate in a romantic, cute way, and hopefully set the mood for the event, without breaking the bank, you're in the right place. As long as you plan well and have a creative mind, you'll be good to go! Here are 7 easy, affordable home decoration ideas for Valentine's Day.

Valentine's Day

Flowers
If you're looking to include some real floral displays in your home, why not opt for the typical, romantic red roses. Roses are usually a tradition when it comes to Valentine's Day and are typically used as a classic symbol of love. If roses aren't your thing, why not create your own floral arrangements with some of your favourite flowers, in a range of your favourite colours. Not only will your room smell incredible, but you'll have a bright atmosphere, bursting with colour. Another thing to note, if real flowers aren't for you, or you can't find anything that you like, why not opt for some faux flowers for a more affordable, long-lasting option.

Balloons
Balloons can come in a variety of shapes, sizes, designs, and colours, making them a perfect affordable decoration idea for Valentine's Day. Balloon decorations have become a traditional part of any special celebration or occasion, and Valentine's Day is not an exception. They can help to brighten up your surroundings, they create a fun, light-hearted atmosphere and create a lasting impression. For Valentine's Day, there are a number of options you could go for – love heart shaped balloons, red or pink coloured balloons, confetti filled balloons or even balloons that spell out words. There are so many options, you'll be spoilt for choice!

Lights
Lighting is the perfect way to set the mood of your event. With Valentine's Day in mind, you'll want to arrange something super fun, cute, and romantic – I'm thinking soft lighting or colourful, twinkling fairy lights to help put together a warming, welcoming ambience. 

Lumiletters personalised alphabet initial lights

If you're looking for a unique decor idea, you might want to get your hands on some letter lights. I was kindly gifted a selection of personalised Lumiletters - letter-shaped wire frames, wrapped with soft white LED’s. You can pick these up in the shape of your initials and your loved ones as a cute way to decorate. These lights are freestanding, portable, and battery powered, making them an ideal accessory for featuring in your living room or bedroom. I picked the "L" light up, obviously for myself, and the "S" light for my niece as a special little gift.

Candles
From the bright, twinkling light to the feeling of warmth they give off, candles are a great way to make your living space feel more romantic and welcoming. Not only can you have them dotted around your room for the ultimate cosy night in, but they can also make the perfect centrepiece for your dinner table – just imagine yourself enjoying that candle-lit dinner for two!

Valentine's Day

Cute DIY Banners
For those of you who like to get artistic and creative, making your own cute banners could be the perfect affordable DIY project for you, this Valentine's Day. For this little creation, you'll probably have most of the materials and supplies at home. You can use products such as scrap papers and coloured cards, string, pompoms, glitter, faux flowers, and ribbons, to help you create your DIY home decor.

Photographs
If you're looking for the ultimate way to be romantic, why not print out a selection of your favourite photos of you and your partner, and use your Valentine's Day date to reminisce about your memories together? The quote, “a picture is worth a thousand words”, is very relevant here, as your past photographs can help you remember some amazing memories, and can take you back to certain special times in your life. Whether you have a photograph of the first day you met, your first holiday or even your wedding day, spending the evening reliving these memories will definitely be something special.

Rose Petals
Finally, is there anything more romantic and Valentine's Day themed than scattered rose petals? Rose petals are typically symbolic of love, passion and romance, and could be a great addition to your Valentine's home decor ideas. You can scatter them over the floor or your bed, spell out messages with them, use them as dinner table decor, or even add them to your hot bubble bath for that added bit of luxury.

What are your plans for Valentine's Day?

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