Annie Deakin

Many people today are looking at replacing their older linoleum-covered floors with new and stylish looking tiling. That's why it's a good idea to take care to prep the floor before laying ceramic tiles. While many assume that this is a professional-level job, it can be carried out by a good do-it-yourselfer. Just make sure to prep the underfloor properly before beginning.

Owning a home or property can result in a lot of laborious activities. Throughout relatively warm weather especially, you will find yourself behind the eight ball most times trying to keep up with the simple maintenance. But it seems as though every different thing you do requires a unique tool...

Having the right rugs that fits into your home flawlessly can add a high level of beauty and comfort you would not be able to have with any other type of accent piece. If you want to cover a large area, then you might want an area rug. These can be...

Rugs can really make a difference in the overall feel of a room in your house. They can also add some color to the outside. Some people even put rugs on their walls for decoration. There is a rug to fit everyone's lifestyle and budget. You can get a rug...

If you are looking to spruce up your home, one decoration well worthy of consideration is the installation of roman blinds. An elegant addition to any home, they are very affordable and extremely easy to maintain. Many people prefer the look and feel of fabric coverings to their windows, but do...

As people spend more time in their gardens, it is becoming increasingly popular to tile patios. The tiles used for outdoor areas such as patios must have some qualities that are not required in home tiling projects.

Many people who visit other countries are enchanted when they visit ruins containing pristine and perfect tiles that are thousands of years old. The durability and lasting beauty of tiles makes them a valuable addition to a home.

Radiators have never really won any prizes for the aesthetic charm they bring to a room. They have not really done a great deal of favors for interior design either. However, thankfully this is starting to change. And this is no more in evidence than with vertical radiators which are becoming more and more popular; driven in part by the popularity of towel heaters throughout recent years.

For a growing family a table can be a big investment. It can also be a major decision. Whether to get a table that is durable and will retain it's quality for several years. Or, save money on a table that is not built as well but looks good in the showroom. Tables that are being selected for family use require some special considerations when one is deciding on the best table for a family.

Why oak is made in the crafting of Oak furniture is simple enough to answer once one gets a look at how beautiful this wood can be once it has been cut, shaped in finished. Oak and oak furniture seem to be a match that was preordained long ago.

An open plan kitchen-diner is everybody's dream. If your kitchen is looking a little dingy, perhaps it's time to rip it out and start again. Here's how to create a stylish look in a big space - and on a budget.

With the rainy summer making a fool of the 'hottest summer since records began' prediction, you may not have wanted to shell out on new barbecues or garden seating. But the sales are here to make your garden hot, even is the weather is not. mydeco have scoured the stores for the best bargains to help you save a few pennies before the summer ends - and before all hope of sunshine is lost!

With balmy summer days ahead, forget roasting in front of a greasy barbeque; instead bring a little bygone elegance to your back garden, as Tara Gardner, editor of 'QueensOfVintage', offers you her top decorating tips for hosting your own vintage garden party.

A lick of paint means an instant transformation but also days of umm-ing and aah-ing over endless colour charts, and, often, serious confusion. Before you do anything, upload a photo of your room and use mydeco’s Decorate My Photo to play with colours – you’ll save the hassle and money of hundreds of tester pots.

Some people enjoy the seating of a corner sofa. There is a large variety of corner sofas, but we will focus on Ikea's collection this summer in this review. They have a nice selection to choose from with different styles to meet people's needs. They all have a contemporary look...

Crockery can be used to describe many different types of dinnerware, serving ware and cookware. Crockery tends to be very simple in design without a lot of embellishment or decoration. It is only made of natural materials such as clay. These natural materials make it very durable. This durability makes...

A dinner is not complete without the proper cutlery. The pieces should be made out of silver, but they do not have to match, but patterns should match similar pieces. There are many pieces of cutlery that can grace a table, but the following is the typical setting you will...

Want to create a brand new space upstairs? Before you get the builders in, get some ideas of just what could be possible in your roof space.

Intimidated by wallpaper? We understand, there's thousands on offer. With choice aplenty, we've picked 10 wall trendsetters that are hot right now and suggest tips to consider if you're new to the papering game.

It's all about Andy Murray this month as the Wimbledon hopeful brings Scots appeal to Centre Court. The tartan trend took the catwalk by storm earlier this year, and now the highland favourite is making its mark on the home. Plaid is the hot topic du jour.

More than 3.4 million of us in the UK work from home, raising productivity by avoiding chattering colleagues and reducing carbon emissions by removing the need for the daily commute. And now the government is offering home-workers a way to become even greener – and less tax-squeezed. Use your Enhanced Capital Allowances and you will be allowed to offset 100% of the cost of energy-saving equipment.

Embrace your spirit of adventure without leaving home and get swept up in 2009’s trend for globe-trotting style. Be a culture vulture.

If you can't remember the last time you had a good night's sleep, it could well be your rickety old bed (not your stressful lifestyle) that's to blame. We spoke to the best in the bedding business to get this top advice on shopping for a new bed.

Reupholstering is a great way of enhancing the look of those old dining room chairs that you have in your home. You can not only change the way that piece of furniture looks, but also improve the look of an entire room. Although many people will seek the help of a...

Looking at newspaper advertisements, commercials, or online ads you can find many deals and selections of coffee tables. Many stores have very different selections from which to choose. There are some very familiar stores who sell beautiful coffee tables like Ikea, Crate and Barrel, or Sears. There are also more...

Perhaps, it's difficult to find any sequestered person who doesn't want to have the taste of charming types of crockery. Sometimes, crockery sooths mind by giving colorful light on the dinning table or in the kitchen irrespective of the person is you yourself or your guest. Crockery adds beauty and...

Ready to dress up your windows but don't want to spend a lot of money on curtains? Well, there are actually some very simple tips that you can use to your advantage to create great looking curtains at home so that you don't have to spend a lot and you...

Bean bags are a favorite among children and college age people. A bean bag is a bag that usually made from plastic or some other fabric that is filled with small foam pieces that are as small as a bean. Bean bags have many uses and come in many different sizes....

At the end of the 1980's, desks became popular to have. Homes and offices were using personal computers for business. When looking for desks you will find several options to choose. By far the computer desk is chosen as the most common for the functionality because of an adjustable keyboard...

When you think of the chore around the house that you least like to do it is probably washing dishes if you do not own a dishwasher. Washing dishes for a family can lead to back aches and sore shoulders. Dishwashers have certainly made our lives much easier and have given us the ability to multitask.