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Reduce, Reuse and Recycle - In Style!

I love furniture, ornaments and other pieces that have a history to them. Almost everything in my home has a story behind it: I have a coffee table made out of old fishing boats from Bali, a light fitting that was first used on a cruise ship in 1902 and a bedstead I put together myself from pieces of driftwood! Furniture like this adds beauty, texture and depth to any interior design scheme--and it's easier to find than you might imagine, too. I've started this blog to share my passion for reclaimed and recycled furniture with the world, and I hope you're able to learn something new and exciting here.

Why Electric Beds Are Not Just For Older Australians

30 September 2020
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While many people would see the benefits of an adjustable electric bed for older Australians, not many consider how these benefits could also be helping them get a better night sleep. Considering you sleep for about one-third of your life, getting the right bed and mattress is so important to your overall health. Millions of Australians suffer from poor sleep, and if you can try to fix it with something as simple as an adjustable electric bed, then why wouldn't you? Read More …

Two tips to remember if you have to move into a house with no furniture at short notice

31 August 2019
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Moving into an unfurnished house at short notice, when you don't have any furniture that you can bring with you, can be difficult. If you ever end up in this situation, you might find these two pieces of advice to be helpful. Find a company that offers same-day bedroom furniture delivery services In these circumstances, your top priority should be setting up your bedroom. Whilst you can make do without things like a coffee table in the living room or a dining table in the kitchen (provided the kitchen has countertops that you can use to prepare and eat food on), you might struggle to get settled in this new home if you don't have somewhere to store your clothes and a proper bed to sleep on. Read More …

Can You use Bedding and Towels Instead of Furniture Blankets?

20 August 2018
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During a move, you should protect your furniture to avoid scratching or damage when you load and unload it on to your van. While furniture blankets are often used to do this job, you may be wondering if you can skip a step and just use your bedding or towels as covers. Is this a good idea? Damage Protection Furniture covers are typically padded to protect furniture from scratches and knocks. Read More …

3 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing the Right Furniture Paint

3 January 2017
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Paint can give anything in a room a complete makeover: ceiling, accessories, walls and even furniture. In fact, it's one of the most transformative options you have at your disposal. Most people concentrate on finding the best paint for their walls and ceilings, only to forget about furniture paint. Your furniture should come last and should complement your wall and ceiling colours. Selecting the right colour scheme for your furniture will make your furniture shine and increase its value. Read More …

Buying Guide: Structural Options for Your New Mattress

28 December 2016
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You should consider purchasing a new mattress if you have had your old product for a long time. In general, mattresses will lose their reliable structural support as they are used and become older. Therefore, you are more likely to experience back pain and poor quality sleep on the worn product. You will get better body support on a firmer alternative, and modern mattresses are normally designed to relieve pressure from the body for better sleep. Read More …