Monthly Archives: November 2011

DIY special offers

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Diane

If you love a bargain then you should visit this page at amazon as it’s where they keep their DIY & Tools Special Offers DIY special offers They have offers across their entire DIY and tool range and the offers … Continue reading →

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Why landlords have no excuse not to insulate

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Diane

It’s shocking some of the a stories people tell of landlords refusing to put in even basic insulation in lofts, let alone cavity walls. There’s no reason why they shouldn’t as there are grants and schemes available. The Landlord’s Energy … Continue reading →

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Crown Paint

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Diane

Did you know you can buy Crown paint at amazon? I didn’t until just now! And there’s 20% off their range of matt and silk emulsions from Crown as an introductory offer! You can browse the paint range here Crown … Continue reading →

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Welsh Ruins

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Diane

Lovely site to look at – Welsh Ruins – Has Black & White Large Format Photographs of Derelict Mansions & Farmhouses Throughout Wales Also Included Smaller Domestic, Historic and Industrial Welsh Ruins, Welsh Landscapes & Abstractions Some really interesting photos … Continue reading →

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Tallentire

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Diane

Tallentire is a lovely looking house with some really fantastic features. The hallway and doors are excellent and the house has 11 bedrooms. The staircase is very grand and it has a Peel Tower dating from the 13th Century! It’s … Continue reading →

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Lovely cottage in Sidbury

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Diane

This lovely house is a Grade II listed period property and it’s located in a beautifully secluded part of the countryside. Hatway Cottage is so pretty! The estate agent photos include one taken from the air which shows it well … Continue reading →

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Government to help house builders

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Diane

The latest announcements from the Housing Minister Mr Shapps is to help house builders. FTB will be able to buy new builds with a 5% deposit, meaning they can buy a house with just £10,000. As with every scheme that … Continue reading →

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This one is in Wales!

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Diane

This lovely 8 bedroom house is in Newchapel, Boncath, Pembrokeshire, Wales The library is lovely, the next photo of a lounge with arched ceilings is stunning! 8 bedrooms 5 reception rooms 6 bathrooms Ffynone is set in 34 acres and … Continue reading →

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Wales in Sheffield

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Diane

Apparently Wales isn’t just a country, it’s also the name of an area in Sheffield. This house in Wales, Sheffield is a bargain! 6 bedroom house for sale on at offers in Region of £825,000 The Old Coach House, Manor … Continue reading →

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Affordable homes shortage plan

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Diane

Affordable homes shortage: Government to reveal plans The initiative, for England only, will begin in July and aims to build 16,000 new homes and create up to 32,000 jobs. It is hoped that about 450,000 mainly affordable homes will be … Continue reading →

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