A DAD has told of his horror after a washing machine exploded in his home “like a bomb”. The faulty device caused huge damage after it blew up in the utility room of David Bennet’s home. 3 The machine blew up 3 Thankfully there was no one in the room 3 Dad David has left … Read more
IT’S that part of the year that no matter how excited you are about what your 2025 garden will bring, when we look at our actual outside space, a lot of it’s looking, well, a bit cr*p. It’s no surprise – our lives seem ridiculously busy, and when the jobs are mainly leaf raking, cutting… … Read more
NOBBLE your nibbles with a hit of spice this Christmas! It is easy to buy your own nuts and coat them for extra flavour. Serve as an easy snack that’s sure to impress your guests . . . NUTTY PROFESSOR: It’s great to experiment with different flavours and nuts to find a mix you love…. Impress your guests … Read more
NEED to make some extra cash in retirement? You are not alone. Nine in ten over-65s find the state pension is too little to live on, says charity Independent Age. 5 Nine in ten over-65s find the state pension is too little to live on, says charity Independent AgeCredit: Getty But heading back to… From … Read more
CHRISTMAS dinner is never complete without crackers to pull with family and friends. Cheap ones can be a bit naff but luxury packs are often too pricey. 7 We reveals ways to make your own Christmas crackersCredit: Getty The solution can be to make your own . . . SNAPPY THINKING: You can buy… Three fun and cheap … Read more
IF you’re expecting guests over Christmas, you’ll want your home looking its best. Few of us can afford to call in the cleaners but with a few steps you can give your pad a refresh on a budget . . . 6 Five cash-saving ways to give your pad a refresh on a budget this ChristmasCredit:… Five cash-saving … Read more
A WOMAN has revealed how she transformed her living room for just £150. Kerry Kellet, from Yorkshire, was desperate to revamp her fireplace, as when she first moved in to her home, it was incredibly damaged. 3 Kerry initially plastered over her damaged fireplace, but decided it looked… I saved £562 panelling over my damaged … Read more
BUYING a house by mistake on Homes Under The Hammer was a disaster for one viewer, who was ripped off by cowboy builders while caring for a sick relative. Martin Roberts presented BBC One’s Homes Under The Hammer, but suffered a health scare last year so he shares the duties with co-presenters… I bought a … Read more
WITH Christmas only eight days away, most of us will be preparing our homes for guests and festivities on the big day. And a major part of that involves giving our home a clean so it’s spotless for having people over. 6 Experts have revealed six spots in the home that you should clean before… … Read more
A SCOTLAND’S Home of the Year superfan has won the Christmas edition of the popular BBC series. Mum-of-four Angela Breen and hubby Mark triumphed on the interior design show’s festive special after transforming their rundown Victorian mansion in Lesmahago, Lanarkshire into a winter… Scotland’s Christmas Home of the Year revealed as festive farmhouse …C0NTINUE READING … Read more