Are you sitting there contemplating if you should replace or restore an item of your furniture? There are plenty of reasons why restoring your furniture can be a better investment than buying a new piece. Here are some reasons that may push you in the direction of restoring. Something sentimental You may have a bit […]
A lot of us will be taking some time out of this weekend, or during the following week to bring out the Christmas tree from hiding and decorate it with the family. The Christmas tree is the focal point during the festive season, so your furniture is most probably going to have to be reorganised […]
We all love our upholstered furniture as it gives us comfort when we’re watching our favourite Netflix documentaries or films. If your furniture is used often you need to ensure you’re looking after it to prolong its life. Top tips for looking after your upholstered furniture Here are our top tips for keeping your furniture […]
With the weather turning and winter just around the corner, it’s time for your garden furniture to have a well-earned rest. Adverse weather conditions can have an effect on all types of outdoor furniture, be it plastic, wood or metal. Here are some tips to help you know what to do with your furniture during […]
Having the right piece of upholstered furniture in your home is important for a lot of us, but do you know how to care for it properly? When you invest in a quality piece of furniture, you’ll want to do whatever you can to extend the life of the fabric. Here are some tips to […]
We all have that one piece of wooden furniture that’s special to us. Maybe it’s a desk that your grandfather built or an antique chair that’s been in your family for generations. Whatever that piece is, you want to keep it in beautiful condition. With regular care and attention, your wooden furniture can avoid the […]
Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22nd and was created to flood the world with hope, optimism and action, all around our beautiful planet Earth. The first Earth Day was introduced back in 1970, therefore, celebrating its 50th Birthday this year, and now has over 75,000 partners working together to drive positive action. […]
If you’re a dog owner, you already know that having a fluffy four-legged friend around can bring an incredible spirit of joy and companionship into your home. Unfortunately, for pet owners, dogs are known to be mischievous and mess is usually their middle name, especially those adorable puppies. If you didn’t know already, April is […]
Your home can harbour hundreds of germs and harmful bacteria. Whilst we are all aware of the bugs that lurk in our bathrooms and on kitchen worktops, often we miss other areas of the home that are just as susceptible to causing harm to our health, like our furniture. Wooden Furniture Here at Furniture Medic […]
The Easter weekend is a slightly different one this year with us ‘staying home’, but don’t let that stop you having fun in the garden! We’ve put together some fun activities that you and your family can do in the garden whilst the weather is nice this bank holiday weekend. #1 Garden Easter egg hunt If you have young children or just want […]
We’ve done our homework and accumulated a few useful tips for you to take away and implement when you’re decorating your home, so here they are: Plan your decorating Before splashing paint all over the walls and rearranging any furniture, make sure you have a plan written down. Produce a colour palette for each room To your […]
Being on lockdown, stuck in your house, restricted movement, social distancing, whatever you want to call it isn’t easy for a lot of people but luckily for us, in this day and age, we have a wide range of technology at our fingertips to help us stay connected. Staying connected is important for us on a personal level […]
With many of us perhaps feeling concerned, stressed or panicked by the current situation, we’ve put together a few ways of looking after your mental-wellbeing during these challenging times. The below is not medical advice but aimed to help a little as you face life’s current worries. Connect with people If you are in self-isolation, you may start to feel just that, isolated. What […]
As Coronavirus or COVID-19 – grinds the world to a halt, many are left wondering what they can and cannot do with their pets during this pandemic. Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that pets can be carriers of Coronavirus, nor become poorly from it; however, your pets may be impacted if you or any members […]
We’ve put together a few ideas to keep your spirits up when you’re at home during the current virus outbreak: 1. Plan or Re-decorate Plan something for the future- create a mood board to re-decorate your home or research a trip for later in the year 2. Get Cooking Cook something delicious – there are […]
In these unprecedented times, you, like many others around the world may be feeling a little low in spirits. Things may seem a little gloomy but there are rays of positivity shining through. I’ve put together a little blog on some of the lovely things which I’ve seen in the last few days in the hope of sharing a little […]
Whilst many people are at home, now is the perfect time to give your home some TLC. Below are some hints and tips to make sure your home is clean and looking its best for you and your family. Decluttering It’s quite amazing how much stuff we can collect over time and it’s equally amazing how […]
Well, this is different! Being a fulltime working mum, homeschooling wasn’t something I had planned for and if you’re here reading this, I doubt you did either? But here I am and I’m trying my best to keep some normality as much as I can considering what’s going on in the world right now. I have two children, one of […]
Working from home can be tough if you’re not used to it, so we thought we’d put together a few tips to help you through each day. Tip #1 – Create An Office You may be tempted to sit on the sofa or lie in bed whilst working from home, this is a mistake as […]
With all that’s going on in the world now, everyone needs to understand what the differences between Social Distancing, Isolation and Quarantine are. There is a difference between each of these terms and we’ll explain the difference below. What is Social Distancing? Social distancing should be practised by everyone, whether or not they are exposed […]
