Ireland’s largest antiques and art fair to take place this weekend
Thu, Nov 11, 2010
Ireland’s largest antique fair will take place in Limerick this weekend.
Read more ...Energy efficiency in historic houses
Thu, Nov 11, 2010
The Irish Georgian Society (www.igs.ie) and conservation officers from Galway and Clare county councils are partnering to deliver a seminar on energy efficiency in historic houses. This half-day seminar will be held from 1pm today (Thursday) at the Loughnane and Quinn Memorial Hall, Labane, on the Galway to Gort road.
Read more ...You do not need to go for broke on DIY this Budget
Thu, Nov 04, 2010
The Budget may see us all that little more strapped, however with trends seeing people enjoying their homes, appreciating what they have, and staying in that little bit more, many will be looking to home improvements. The mood has to be optimistic and where better to start than on your own doorstep by enhancing your lifestyle by making the most of what you have. You do not have to go for broke to make small home improvements, so I have outlined my interiors tips on a budget to lift your home for 2011.
Read more ...Painting tips
Thu, Oct 28, 2010
Flat or matt (also called vinyl matt) emulsion
This paint gives a chalky matt finish, the durability of this water-based emulsion is ideal for walls and ceilings. It leaves a spongeable surface and it can also be used on exterior masonry. On average one litre will cover 18 to 20 square yards per coat of paint. This type of paint can also be called vinyl matt emulsion and usually comes in a low-sheen finish.
2010 — a good vintage for fabrics
Thu, Sep 30, 2010
Pierre Frey 75th birthday
For 75 years family firm Pierre Frey has maintained its independence and inventiveness in textiles. The company, which celebrates is 75th anniversary this year, is known for its unlimited palette, joyous colours, and artistic patterns. In that respect nothing has changed in the three generations since the firm was established on January 1 1935. Furnishing fabric is not a fickle fashion. People choose a fabric because they like it and want to live with it for years. It is not a caprice; it is a choice and the reflection of a culture. That is why Pierre Frey looks at the past, the present, and the future, drawing inspiration from everything, Indian and Ottoman, silk or cotton damask, cloth woven with metal threads.
For 75 years family firm Pierre Frey has maintained its independence and inventiveness in textiles. The company, which celebrates is 75th anniversary this year, is known for its unlimited palette, joyous colours, and artistic patterns. In that respect nothing has changed in the three generations since the firm was established on January 1 1935. Furnishing fabric is not a fickle fashion. People choose a fabric because they like it and want to live with it for years. It is not a caprice; it is a choice and the reflection of a culture. That is why Pierre Frey looks at the past, the present, and the future, drawing inspiration from everything, Indian and Ottoman, silk or cotton damask, cloth woven with metal threads.
Read more ...Red Barn colour scheme helps nursing home clients
Thu, Sep 23, 2010
The Red Barn in Briarhill Business Park is always evolving and coming up with new ways and ideas to transform homes and improve upon ways of decorating, painting, and window dressings. The crew recently undertook a renovation to a nursing home, where the owner wanted the rooms updated and modernised but had to conform to standards and be very functional, with of course cleaniness and comfort a high priority.
Read more ...Bright ideas from B&Q
Thu, Sep 16, 2010
Want to lighten up your house and brighten your mood this autumn? Then look no further than B&Q’s new lighting range.
Read more ...Bring some colour to your living room
Thu, Sep 09, 2010
Are you tired of the same old sofa but cannot afford a new suite? A few simple changes can help your living room look and feel like new without the outlay of new furniture.
Read more ...Mike’s style is key as Finns’ heads for two decades in the furniture business
Thu, Aug 26, 2010
Finn’s Furniture Stores, with branches in Gort, Loughrea and Portumna celebrate 17 years in business this year — and their success is attributed in no small measure to owner Mike Finn.
Read more ...How to beat the scourge of bullying
Thu, Aug 26, 2010
Bullying has become a much talked about issue in recent years, and the vast majority of schools now have anti-bullying policies. However schools cannot be successful in their preventative work if they do not get support from home.
Read more ...Door Depot celebrates 12th anniversary
Thu, Aug 12, 2010
From humble beginnings Door Depot, a 100 per cent Irish family owned business, has gone from strength to strength and will be celebrating its 12th birthday this year.
To help celebrate this amazing milestone customers will be able to avail of a 12 per cent discount off all sale prices this Saturday, August 14, only.
Read more ...Heavenly hallways
Thu, Aug 12, 2010
The hallway, though often overlooked, is the first room guests will see in your home, and should set the tone for the rest of the house. Create an inviting space with these handy tips to making the most of your hallway.
Read more ...Bathroom bliss
Thu, Aug 05, 2010
The bathroom can often be overlooked when it comes to sprucing up our homes. Because of its very functional purpose, it is not always considered one of the most important rooms to indulge ourselves in creatively.
Read more ...Zoffany paints now available exclusively at La Maison Chic
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
La Maison Chic is offering its customers in exclusivity the range of Zoffany paints. Zoffany has launched 38 new colours selected to complement its new range of fabrics and wallpapers. Twenty-two neutrals, 13 soft colours, and three deep shades work perfectly with recent wallpaper collections. With these additions, the new Zoffany palette comprises 120 colours reflecting the demand for subtlety in tone and the ability to match colour perfectly to the soft furnishings in a scheme. The following finishes are available.
Read more ...Space and colour
Thu, Jul 22, 2010
Colours can dramatically change the way a small room looks. You can easily make it look taller, wider, or bigger depending on what colours you use.
Read more ...Cosy up to King Koil’s new lumbar support mattress at Furniture Connexions
Thu, Jul 22, 2010
Leading furniture store Furniture Connexions, in conjunction with one of Ireland’s most recognised bedding brands, King Koil, has just launched a fantastic new model onto the Irish market.
Read more ...Chesney fireplaces
Thu, Jul 15, 2010
Established in 1983, Chesney's is the UK's leading supplier of reproduction, antique, and period fireplaces. Years of experience, outstanding craftsmanship, and innovative approach to fireplace designs has enabled the company to build a reputation for authentic, high quality, fireplaces finished to the highest of standards. Over the years it has built relationships and created a range of contemporary fireplaces based on the visions of some of the world’s leading interior designers including Jasper Conran, Kelly Hoppen, and Jane Churchill.
Read more ...Know your fabrics: Canovas
Thu, Jul 08, 2010
Part of the Colefax and Fowler family, the Manuel Canovas collection includes perfume, apparel, luxury bedding, and home accessories but is best known for exquisite fabrics.
Read more ...Furniture and carpets at unbeatable prices
Thu, Jul 08, 2010
Galway’s newest and brightest furniture and carpet showroom is now open on the Tuam road. G furniture and carpets offers customers unbelievable value and choice, with 15,000 square feet of household furniture and carpets. Individual bedroom settings offer inspiration to anybody looking for a perfect room. The majority of the furniture is either manufactured in Gannons Furniture, a long established business in Roscommon or sourced direct from the best factories in the world. This is how G furniture and carpets is able to offer the unbeatable prices on offer.
Read more ...Zoffany paints now available exclusively at La Maison Chic
Thu, Jul 01, 2010
La Maison Chic is offering its customers in exclusivity the range of Zoffany paints. Zoffany has launched 38 new colours selected to complement its new range of fabrics and wallpapers. Twenty-two neutrals, 13 soft colours, and three deep shades work perfectly with recent wallpaper collections. With these additions, the new Zoffany palette comprises 120 colours reflecting the demand for subtlety in tone and the ability to match colour perfectly to the soft furnishings in a scheme. The following finishes are available.
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