A roof lantern is a window placed on the roof of a building to allow entry of natural light. Also, known as skylights or roof lights, these types of windows were first used in sixteenth century Europe for cultivating citrus trees. Since roof lanterns were made from wood during the Victorian era, only the rich …
My simply homemade remedy for dirty windows
I’ve recently grown fed up of buying expensive glass cleaners for my home. I love making sure my windows are clean but I wanted to take a leaf out of my mum’s book and use her homemade remedy. It’s pretty simply really, you just fill a bowl with water, add 4 or 5 tablespoons of …
Anti-Glare Window Films – What a Godsend
I’ve probably touched on these before, but I can’t emphasize how brilliant they are. Anti-glare window films mean I can watch TV and play on my computer without having to shut off the daylight. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve drawn the curtains at 5-6 o’clock in the evening to be able to …
Do you have time to clean your windows?
I don’t—and I only have a nine till five job. It’s such a shame to arrive home to a house with dirty windows. At the weekend I always seem to have something on the go, usually friends and family pooping over. Okay so cleaning the windows is not at the top of my priority list, …
Sun tubes for en-suites
There’s often a few rooms in a house that don’t have a window, and one of them is usually the en-suite. It gets plenty of light from the bedroom window when the door is opened, but people tend to rely on electricity to keep it nice and bright when the door is closed. That doesn’t …
Complete Sheltered Outdoor Living Space for Everyone
Glass rooms are excellent in creating a quality environment, unrivalled levels of light and space, and a clear view of the outdoors. They provide innumerable benefits and investment that is truly worth every penny. A room made of glass is excellent when added to your garden or patio and may also serve as a divider …