Self-builders boost the construction industry

Thu, May 13, 2010

“There has never been a better time to self-build,” says Clive Corry of Selfbuild Ireland Ltd, organiser of Selfbuild shows across the country.

Why use thermal imaging?

Thu, May 13, 2010

Thermal imaging captures heat loss as it happens. It has the capability to pick up things which are unseen by the naked eye, and the ability to estimate the amount of heat being lost. It locates and highlights the areas where insulation is lacking or non existent, and can save money by locating heat loss so the problem can be dealt with directly.

Summer in the garden with Littlewoods Ireland

Thu, May 06, 2010

One of the greatest joys of summer is making the most of your garden and outdoor living. Whether you prefer a lazy day in the sun or entertaining friends and family, online department store Littlewoods has something for every budget and lifestyle.

Choose the right window treatments

Thu, May 06, 2010

Add versatility to your decorating and use a top treatment to complement your window. Use toppers alone on an uncovered window or combine with shades and blinds to create a simple, uncluttered, window fashion. Popular toppers like valances, cornices, swags, and scarves can add softness, colour, or pattern to a room.

Jamie at Home has arrived in Galway

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

For an exclusive preview of the gorgeous Jme collection and share in Jamie Oliver’s passion for beautiful products why not invite your friends and family round to your own Jamie at Home party?

Choosing the right window treatments

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Curtain types
The tops of curtains, called curtain headings, are a way of customising and styling blinds and valances so that the fabric forms a range of pleats and/or folds. You can create a great custom feel by experimenting with these different types of curtains.

Bloom to focus on growing your own

Thu, Apr 29, 2010

Sustainability, local food, and ‘grow your own’, are central themes to this year’s Bloom festival, which will take place in the Phoenix Park, Dublin, over the June Bank Holiday weekend.

Ireland's top horticultural talent will deliver elaborate displays and the best in cutting edge garden design. Bloom 2010 will include 25 large, medium, and small show gardens, which will be complemented by a spectacular floral pavilion featuring 50 displays and the best of Irish plants and flowers. Both the show gardens and the floral displays will be judged by international independent judging panels, including Chelsea Flower Show adjudicator Andrew Wilson. Gold, silver gilt, silver, and bronze medals will be awarded based on strict guidelines addressing both horticultural skills and design superiority. In 2009, 51 medals were awarded.

Choosing the right window treatments

Thu, Apr 22, 2010

Part one: blinds

Free landscape design at Coole Gardening Complex

Thu, Apr 22, 2010

If you are thinking about how to make the best of your outdoor space around the house this spring, then think about a trip to Tobermore Paving and Walling and Coole Gardening Complex, Gort.

Save on heating costs with Solar Home Ireland

Thu, Apr 22, 2010

With home heating oil having increased 30 per cent in the last six months and a further eight per cent expected over the comings weeks with the new carbon tax, there has never been a better time to consider installing solar panels on your home. A system, if properly specified, will generate 65 per cent of your home’s domestic hot water requirements free from the sun.

Solar Home Ireland was established in 2005 and is exclusively involved in the sales and installation of solar water heating systems for the domestic and commercial market throughout Ireland.

Modern Homes and Building exhibition celebrates twenty one years

Thu, Apr 22, 2010

The 21st Galway Modern Homes & Building Exhibition was a great success last weekend. A large crowd attended the event over the three days at Leisureland, Salthill, which was an ideal venue to host the 21st anniversary celebration for Modern Homes & Building Exhibitions.

Exhibitors and visitors were very happy with the show as it was an excellent way to view the latest products and services available relating to every aspect to the house and home. It was a chance for visitors to thoroughly explore the items and services with trade professionals who had vital first hand knowledge to share. There were lots of bargains for visitors, including special discounts on offer by most exhibitors every day.

Tips for yellows

Thu, Apr 15, 2010

Yellow is one of the best colours in interior design and also one of the most delicate as it is a primary colour. The right shade of yellow brings cheer to dreary rooms. Some bright yellows, however, cause people pain in interior design.

Blush professional make-up courses

Thu, Apr 15, 2010

The average girl has to guess by trial and error what works for her — until now. Create celebrity make-up looks with Ireland's leading teacher, who will teach you and your friends how to look like a star.

Do you want to win a handful of fantastic family prizes?

Thu, Apr 15, 2010

Just email a photograph of you enjoying some time with your family and you could win a super family prize thanks to FamilyTime and the Galway Advertiser.

You and your babysitter

Thu, Apr 08, 2010

Having a reliable and competent babysitter has the potential to change your lifestyle completely. It is great to have someone to call on when you want to spend some time together or if you need to keep appointments, etc.

Do you want to win a handful of fantastic family prizes?

Thu, Apr 08, 2010

Just email a photograph of you enjoying some time with your family and you could win a super family prize thanks to FamilyTime and the Galway Advertiser.

home ground

Thu, Apr 08, 2010

Landscape designers are increasingly drawing inspiration from the master designers of bygone eras. This popular throwback to times gone by is replicating itself in our gardens, where cottage gardens and traditional cobbles are making a comeback.

Aubergine and grey are the new neutrals

Thu, Apr 08, 2010

In this article we will review decorating in neutral colours including the new neutrals such as dove grey and aubergine. Neutral usually means without colour. Neutral colours such as beige, ivory, taupe, black, grey, and white appear to be without colour, and yet in many applications they often have undertones of colour.

Be aware of these underlying tones as you match colours or choose paint. For example, beige might have an undertone of pink or tan or gold. White might be slightly ivory, yellow, bluish, or peachy.

Know your fabrics — Designers Guild

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Established in 1970 by Tricia Guild, Designers Guild designs and wholesales furnishing, fabrics, wall coverings, upholstery, and bed and bath collections throughout Europe and worldwide. The Designers Guild business philosophy is to combine creativity and innovation with the highest levels of quality — quality of design, product, service, and people.

Grow your own spuds

Thu, Apr 01, 2010

Keane’s Garden Centre, Kilcolgan, has all you need to produce your own tasty potatoes this season. The centre can provide you with everything from the seed potatoes, farmyard manure, and fertiliser to fungicidal spray and protection fleece. Keane’s also has easy to use grow bags for customers who are limited in space or just want to try growing their own.

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