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How To Set Up A Workshop In Your Garden Posted: 03 Aug 2018 02:49 PM PDT Have you ever considered building a garden workshop? According to statistics people in the US can spend up to six hours a day on hobbies, personal interests and leisure activities. So if your hobby is making jewellry or painting, there’s every reason you need a dedicated space to truly express yourself. If you work from home and what you create is how you earn a crust, there’s even more reason to have a workshop in your garden. According to recent predictions made using data collection, around half of the UK workforce will be working remotely within the next few years. So garden workshops and offices are certainly likely to become much more common in property development and home improvements. Painting is self discovery, every good artist paints what he is – Jackson Pollock   When it comes to making things, there is a specific need for a contained space. Workshops utilise specialist tools, need ventilation and it is a set space to be as messy and noisy as you like. A space to express yourself however you see fit, all without annoying your family and destroying the family home!   Unsure where to start? Take a look at these tips and ideas for creating a garden workshop, and hopefully you’ll feel inspired to gift yourself with the creative space you’ve always wanted: Where Should Your Workshop Go? Where in the garden is best for your garden workshop? It depends on many factors including:   The size – where will it fit? The noise – are you soundproofing? If you’re not, you may want to choose the part of the garden furthest from other buildings. The amenities you need – do you need electricity from your house? Do you require easy access to an outdoor tap? The aesthetics – just because it will work best practically in the middle of the lawn doesn’t mean it will look good there.   Think carefully about what you want and need from the workshop space and that will help you figure out where it can be placed. Should You Make It Yourself, Or Buy Ready-Made? Are you a bit of a handyman/woman and love a DIY project? If that is the case, then this could be an amazing weekend project for you! This 3 part YouTube tutorial on building a shed from salvaged materials is a really great place to start gathering ideas. If you don’t feel up to the challenge, you could consider buying a new or second hand shed and customising it yourself. If you have a big budget, there is always the option of hiring a company that will do everything for you, from design to build. Who Will Do The Electrics? The likelihood is you will want some sort of electric supply going into your workshop. If you do not need power constantly, seeking out generators for sale could be a great option for you. If you do need a constant supply of electricity, unless you are a qualified electrician you should hire a professional to do the job right. There are various different options available for you depending on how permanent and professional you want the setup to be. Storage And Furniture Is Important Storage is so important in a workshop because it is where you are keeping all your tools and equipment. This is a part of workshop planning you should spend a lot of time on because you want to be able to access everything easily. These videos and articles are really great starting points for workshop storage ideas:   https://youtu.be/ovFBGKop4Sw (Video on wood workshop storage ideas) https://youtu.be/oy1EcvBca8M (Video on organising your workshop) https://youtu.be/_x9YtpLExyw (Video on workshop organisation tips and ideas) https://lifehacker.com/organize-your-messy-workbench-with-these-10-tricks-493745933 (Article on organising a workbench) Safety First As you are working alone, safety should be really important on your list of priorities. If you have a painting studio, then basic safety is important but your risks aren’t high. Whereas with a workshop that uses tools like saws, angle grinders and drills, the risk factor shoots up. Common workshop injuries are: severing a finger, burns and scalds, getting knocked out by blunt trauma and getting skewered by wood or metal. So, you not only need to try and prevent these kinds of injuries, but you need to have measures in place for if they happen. A basic first aid kit is a good idea, along with direct phone access to call for help, and access to cold water to rinse wounds and soothe scalds. I love the freedom of having my own space and my own place and doing things on my terms, and not really having to think about anybody else’s schedule. –  Danielle Fishel   Creating a workshop in your garden is a great idea if you do have a hobby or job that uses space and storage. It will also provide you with your own expressive space to enjoy your hobby, and to let loose and enjoy unleashing your creativity. Plan it well, prioritise safety, and enlist the help of professionals if you need to, the result will be your own private garden haven, fit for total creative expression and productivity on your terms.

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• Top Renovations That Can Save You Money
• Current home furniture trends
• How to Make a Room Pop with Color

Top Renovations That Can Save You Money Posted: 22 Jul 2018 11:28 PM PDT Summary: Home renovations that lower the amount of energy and gas you use on a regular basis can ultimately decrease your monthly utility bills, helping you save money.   From car payments to internet to insurance, there are plenty of expenses you can expect to have on a regular basis. These can unfortunately add up fairly quickly, leaving you with a sizeable sum to pay each month. If you are interested in lowering your expenses there are a number of different options you can explore.   As a result of technological advancements in the realm of environmental protection, renovations can be made to your home to reduce the amount of energy and gas you use. Lower power and gas consumption will help reduce your regular utility bills. Finding the renovations that fit your house and lifestyle can ultimately help you save big.   Smart Thermostats   A small upgrade that can have tremendous effects on your energy consumption is your thermostat. If you have a standard thermostat set up in your house you know that you can use it to set temperatures, turn the cooling system on, or crank up the heat. With such simple settings it can be difficult to understand how much power and gas you are using.   Smart thermostats can do what standard systems can do plus much, much more. Some companies allow you to control the home temperature wherever you can access the internet, set up schedules, and even view charts of how your consumption has varied from day to day.   Low-Water Dishwashers   If you have a dishwasher in your house it may be using energy and water inefficiently. There are low-water dishwashers on the market that are more environmentally-friendly because they do not use excessive amounts of water to clean. It is important to note that the more acceptable water and power levels do not imply a lower quality or less effective appliance.   Blog submitted by The Foam Factory: If you are in the market for a new mattress or sofa cushions, head over to The Foam Factory for all of your foam needs.

Current home furniture trends Posted: 10 Jul 2018 02:56 AM PDT Home furniture designs keep changing with time; and what is in today, will probably go out of fashion in the next few years. Home furniture trends cover of some things, which you need to consider for inspiration to add style to your decor. Color, design, quality, fabric. Here are some current home furniture trends according to Wicker Paradise: Eco-friendly Green is in vogue, and people are more concerned about the environment than ever before, buying more and eco-friendly products for the home. This trend is also applicable for furniture and other essential parts of interior decoration. The obvious advantage is that you don't need to throw anything away as the older items can be recycled and reused. Printed fabrics Upholstered furniture items are popular with many interior designers as well as homeowners. Prints are in this season in multiple patterns to provide you with an opportunity to add striking features in your home. There are geometric, floral patterns, symbol, and fabrics with other prints to redefine the way your furniture looks like. Alternatively, you can use printed fabrics for your wicker furniture cushions to add contrast and style. A mixture of modern and classic Contemporary and conventional make a wonderful mix and provide a completely new look to your home if applied intelligently. There are several combinations, which can go well with your interior-design – either you can use traditional sofas with modern fabric or new-style design on traditional fabric.

How to Make a Room Pop with Color Posted: 01 Jul 2018 11:19 PM PDT Summary: Adding color can be an easy and effective way to make a room more eye-catching and interesting.   When a room in your house is starting to feel a little stale, your immediate reaction may be to clear the room and start all over. No matter where you are in your own house, be it the family room or the bathroom, you want to aim for comfortability. If a particular room feels out of place or is need of a renovation, it might be time to head to the drawing board and think of how you can restore the room. There are different design techniques that can be used to make a room more visually interesting and more inviting for guests.   Adding color can really liven up a room and the fortunate thing is that you do not need to redecorate the entire room to get the desired effect.   Nature   Something as simple as adding some nature to a room can really make a big difference. Adding green plants, real or fake, can instantly help make a room feel fresher. Place them in a neutral-colored vase near neutral-colored furniture from The Foam Factory or other manufacturers for added effect, as it will draw guests' eyes to the color and enhance the soothing effect of the plants.   Pillows   Another easy method of adding color to a room is to purchase pillows that complement the couch you already have. The you have will determine which design will work best with it. For example, a couch with patterns on it would work best with solid-colored pillows. Alternatively, colorful pillows with patterns or prints on them could really pop with the help of a couch that is a solid color. Finding this balance between the couch and the pillows will help tie the room together.

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