Curtains vs Blinds: Which Are Better?
An important part of furnishing any home, window furnishings usually fall into two categories: curtains and blinds. They both come in a range of styles, colours and materials, and both have been popular with homeowners for a long time. But which ones are better? This month, at John Frederick Ltd, we’ll be explaining the differences between the two, what the benefits of each are and where they are best suited in terms of placement in your home. By pitting the two against each other, you’ll hopefully be able to decide whether you’d prefer curtains or blinds for your home. The difference…
Read moreAre Curtains Recyclable?
Curtains can be found in almost every home across the country. They provide a comforting, insulative layer in our living rooms and bedrooms, as well as tying together the interior design themes put in place. Curtain cleaning is a great way to keep your curtains in top condition and give them an extra lease of life. But what if you’re thinking of freshening up your home with a new style or colour scheme? Are old curtains recyclable? We’re all more conscious of the way our waste can impact the planet these days, and no one wants to think of their curtains…
Read moreHow a Clean Carpet Can Improve your Family’s Health
There are a number of ways we can make our homes more hygienic to live in, with some being more obvious than others: cleaning kitchens, tidying up after ourselves and generally making sure we keep things clean. However, the benefits of a clean carpet may be unknown to some, and in this article we’re going to look at the many reasons you should keep your carpet as clean as possible. Respiratory respite We walk on our carpets every single day, and as a result, there’s a lot of dust, dirt and generally unhealthy things trodden into it. These particles can be…
Read moreHow to Remove the Smell of Smoke From Your Home
The smell of smoke is not only unpleasant, but it also poses a danger to your health and lingers for weeks at a time in the home. Whether you’ve recently stopped smoking or you’ve spent an evening surrounded by smokers, you’ll be looking for the best way to remove cigarette smell from your home and clothes. We’ve compiled a list of the best ways to get rid of that pesky smell, leaving your home smelling fresh and clean! Don’t smoke inside This one may seem like a no-brainer, but smoking inside means the smoke has time to soak into the room’s…
Read moreThe Best Carpets for Pets [Infographic]
Everyone who owns a pet knows how easily they make their way into your heart. You treat them as one of the family, so its more than likely you allow them to lounge around your home. Unfortunately, their dirty paws and sharp nails will cause wear and damage to your carpets – but not to worry! There is a selection of carpets to choose from that will be resistant to this kind of wear, allowing your carpets to last longer and your pets to roam freely! Carpets are difficult enough to clean without a pet rolling all over them, but some…
Read moreHow to Prevent Mould on Curtains
The last thing any homeowner needs is mouldy curtains, they look distasteful, no one wants to clean them, and they can even harm your health. The ideal solution is to prevent mould from growing in the first place, which can be done by creating a clean, temperature-controlled house, free from damp. Regular cleaning: As with most areas of home maintenance, the best way to upkeep your belongings is with regular cleaning. To protect your curtains from mould, make sure you vacuum all the furnishings in your home frequently and occasionally dry-clean them. Also, wipe down your windows, the surrounding areas, and…
Read moreRug and Carpet Trends for 2024
Are you looking to redecorate your house, or simply freshen it up? Here are some of the top rug and carpet trends of 2023 to inspire you and make sure your house guests are impressed. Bright and colourful The bold, colourful look has become popular this year. This trend is useful for updating spaces that have become stagnant and dated; just adding a splash of colour will liven up the room. Playful, multicoloured rugs are part of this trend, and are helpful for interior designers as they don’t have to limit their colour scheme. Some of the carpets in the market…
Read moreSpring Cleaning for Your Living Room
With the clocks about to go forward and the weather picking up, it’s time for our cleaning gear to come out of hibernation. And what better place to start than the living room – the best room in the house, in our opinion. But where to start? The living room is probably the biggest room in your home, so it’s going to take a bit of planning if you want to get it looking ship shape. In this article, we’ll show you how. Start with the sofa Ah, the sofa – we all spend more hours on this particular piece of…
Read moreWhy Does My Carpet Smell?
The problem with a bad smell coming from your carpet is that it’s not always simple to identify the source. It could smell for any number of reasons, which makes trying to figure out the next course of action rather difficult. In this article, we’re going to look at some of the most common causes of a smelly carpet, so you’re armed with the knowledge the next time you need to do a bit of detective work. It needs a clean Probably the most common reason why carpets smell in most households – especially those with children in – is that…
Read moreWhat are the Most Popular Styles of Carpet?
When trying decide between different carpet styles for your home, it’s not always easy, especially given the fact that it’s often difficult to tell the various styles apart. However, once you become more familiar with these styles, it will be much easier to decide which styles of carpet you like, and which would best suit the specific requirements of your home. So, in this article, the carpet experts here at John Frederick are going to looking at 3 popular styles in greater detail, helping you decide what’s right for you. Saxony carpet Arguably the most popular style of carpet is…
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