Posts Tagged ‘home’

The rise of ‘insperiences’ & how storage can help!

Written by Asha Ravat on . Posted in Awin, Finance, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Home Appliances, Offers/Promotions, Office, Property, Property, UK, Updates

A new trend has emerged from the Covid-19 pandemic and the latest Cost of Living crisis with a shift in the way we spend our time and money. More people are staying in their homes and creating more comforting and fun-filled environments. We are noticing a decrease in spending on experiences such as holidays, hotel and spa bookings etc. The ‘insperience’ is becoming more and more popular, and with this change, people are rethinking their home spaces and how to spend their time indoors.

We have seen the rise of ‘insperiences’ in recent years. Friday nights now call for Netflix and a takeaway instead of the traditional Friday night out. Weekends are spent gardening, organising, doing DIY, home renovations, home workouts and other homely activities. 

As more people spend time in their homes, decluttering, organising and renovating have seen a rise. Storage solutions help many to have a quick clear out to get on with the home improvement tasks at hand. Creating new spaces for their indoor experiences.

A budget-friendly and quick storage solution can be found with easyStorage. With a swift pick-up, storage and delivery service, people can be ready to start transforming their space within the week. easyStorage’s no frills approach allows prices to be affordable, making storage accessible for everyone!

It's a great time to manage and embrace our living spaces and everyone is noticing. 

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The New York Post features the Majority Bowfell Compact Bluetooth Soundbar

Written by Kemi Akilapa on . Posted in General Promotions, Offers/Promotions, Promotion, UK

We've got a New York state of mind! A huge thanks to P.J. McCormick for featuring the #MajorityBowfell Compact Bluetooth TV & Computer Soundbar in the New York Post.

Their monthly traffic reaches 31.8m readers, and we are thrilled to see Majority on their website! Following their article, we saw an extra 650 units sold 🛍

Read here: https://bit.ly/3JkeOFB

To Renovate or to Buy New?

Written by Danielle Kelly on . Posted in Home & Garden, Home & Garden

It’s a question that we hear a lot at the moment; to buy a new build or to renovate? With house prices rising faster than they have in a decade, it’s a decision a lot of new buyers are looking to make quickly. To help get some perspective, we chatted to Carmen and Alicia, who are renovating and buying new respectively, and asked them a few questions about the process.

The first question we asked was how they went about making this difficult decision; what was it that swayed them towards a new-build or a renovation? For Carmen, the dream was originally to ‘self-build’ her own home, but she encountered issues due to a lack of land in her area, so she decided on extensively renovating an existing property. Alicia, on the other hand, likes ‘the convenience of a new build’ for a few reasons; it’s a ‘blank canvas’ that she can make her own, and she was early enough in the process to choose some design elements herself. Practically speaking, it came with an NHBC warranty and she was eligible for the ‘Help to Buy’ scheme as a first-time homeowner.     

The biggest question a lot of people have about new builds versus renovation is about the time; does it take longer to put together a whole home from scratch, or to update an existing home? Carmen has found the process to be ‘much slower’ than she had expected, ‘due to requiring specialist services like structural engineers’, who are so busy right now that getting drawings and calculations has taken much longer than it should have. All in all, the project should take about 8 more months.  Alicia did have to wait for around 5 months before she could exchange, but she’s all set to move in soon- because she chose a new-build, she didn’t have to manage contractors and engineers in the same way.

Renovations, it has to be said,  can allow for more creative freedom; Carmen will be adding a new driveway, moving her front door, enlarging the windows and adding a new, open plan kitchen, as well as switching up the layout of the first floor. This is often much more possible with renovations, especially when the home you’ve bought is fairly old, because you can get the bare bones for much cheaper and have more money and time left for renovation. It’s also important to note that some new- builds are freeholds, meaning that you’ll have to get permission from the landlord before you make any changes. 

We also asked both women if they’ve encountered issues they weren’t expecting to encounter. Alicia did have a slight issue with changing mortgage requirements during the pandemic, but other than that hasn’t had ‘many issues at all’. Carmen was not only surprised by how difficult it was to get specialist opinions, she also had a difficult time sourcing some of the building materials she was going to need, due to shortages.

Finally, what did our influencers wish that they had known before they started on this process? Alicia felt that her research had been really helpful, and she wasn’t necessarily surprised by anything in the process. She did wish that she’d known what her monthly outgoings were going to be for this project, but overall she’s not has any huge surprises. Carmen wished that she knew in advance how long it would take to get drawings and surveys done, so that she could have begun the process much sooner.

Both options come with positives and negatives, and the ‘right’ choice for you depends entirely on what you want most out of your new home, where you’re looking to buy and how much time and money you want to pour into the process. If you’re looking for more advice, or a more in-depth look at the process, you can find Carmen at @hometransformed and Alicia at @myfirsthomeisasouter.

HOW TO GET THE PERFECT HOME PICS, EVERY TIME

Written by Danielle Kelly on . Posted in Home & Garden, Home & Garden

We’ve seen a lot of home décor pics. In fact, the best part of our week is looking through our tags to see what you’ve tagged us in, so we feel pretty confident in saying that by now, we’re kind of experts. Whilst there’s no right way to take a photo of your home, here are a few things to keep in mind for the best result.

1. Your Subject

The first question is always ‘what do you want in your photo?’ – and our advice is this; pick the spaces that feel special to you.  People will always be more interested in seeing the things you feel passionate about than things you don’t, plus it gives you more to talk about if you do end up uploading the image to social media.

2. Lighting

In most ways, this is exactly like taking a selfie- you want to find the lighting that best flatters your subject, and go from there. Unfortunately, you can’t move the room around to get the best angle, so your best bet is to just introduce as much natural light into the space as possible- this will produce clean, crisp images. Look how clean and perfect this image from @ck_homestyle is!

3. Angles

This is where you should start getting creative; finding an interesting angle to capture your space from can help you to stand out in a sea of the same shots. If you’re struggling to think of a great angle, try using a mirror or shooting from farther back, like this shot from @houseproject_36!

4. Staging The Shot

A great tactic that sees a lot of use is adding in extra bits of décor for visual interest. The key thing is to make sure the added bits mesh well with the image; if they’re completely out of place they’ll distract from the image itself. Take this image from @bestlife_style_  for example; she’s added a mug of tea and a book, which add to the image without looking out of place.

 5. Filters

Try to avoid filtering your images too much; your space was designed to be viewed without a filter, so adding something in just makes the image look alien. Filters are also designed to smooth imperfections, so they can take the texture out of your images and make them look fuzzy.

Of course, if that final shot happens to include any of our beds, please tag us! We’d love to see the spaces you’ve put together with our beds, and we’d especially love to repost them to our feed!

Cover pic courtesy of @inside_number_five_

ARISTA EXPLAINS; HOW TO PICK THE PERFECT COLOUR PALETTE

Written by Danielle Kelly on . Posted in Home & Garden, Home & Garden

We’re starting a new series for this blog! Every few weeks we’ll cover a topic related to design or to sleep, in a segment we’re calling Arista Explains.  Today we’re covering one of the most basic parts of interior design; picking out colours.

There are some colour schemes that always work well- neutrals and cream tones are never difficult to put together and to make look good, but if you want to push the envelope a little, you need a working understanding of colour theory. Colour theory works by analysing the colour wheel, which you’ll have seen loads of in art classes at school. You can use the wheel to find colour combinations that work well together by using three different methods.

Triadic colour palettes are three colours evenly spaced on the wheel, like orange, purple and blue, which create a high contrast, bright palette.

Complementary colours are opposite on the wheel, like blue and orange or red and green, and are great high-contrast accent colours.

Analogous colours sit next to each other on the wheel and complement each other well- these are great for creating whole spaces and are really soothing when placed next to each other.

Whilst triadic and complementary colours do work, they can be really difficult to balance correctly, so they’re probably not ideal for a beginner. Analogous colours, however, are super easy to use and to do well, so they’re a really good bet for someone who’s just starting out in interiors.

A lot of the rooms you’ve seen and loved on our Instagram use this theory really well- take for example this space, from @at_home_with_clo, who uses a salmon pink and a forest green, complementary colours, to add contrast to her space. The reason this looks so soft and glamorous, rather than being overwhelming, is that she’s very careful to balance things out with a warm, neutral cream shade.

Another amazing example is this room from @dougs.digs- they’ve gone for a warm brown colour scheme, and they’ve been careful to use lots of different complementary tones. What this does is stop the room from feeling flat by adding visual interest and texture.

When you put it all into words, it can sometimes sound way more complicated than it actually is; the truth is that you’re probably already doing this subconsciously, so if this feels daunting, choose to see it more as a troubleshooting tool. Colour theory is an amazing way of figuring out why a space isn’t working well for you, and figuring out what to add or subtract, but don’t let it stifle your creativity or force you into an interior design box.

Introducing Lavazza US

Written by frenk.abdiu on . Posted in Programme Launches, Awin, Food, Gifts, Gadgets & Toys, Gifts, Gadgets & Toys, Home & Garden, Network, News, US

We are happy to announce the opening of our Lavazza US affiliate program. Established in 1895 in Turin, the Italian roaster has been owned by the Lavazza family for four generations. Among the world’s most important roasters, the Group currently operates in more than 90 countries through subsidiaries and distributors, exporting 60% of its production.

The company also has over 25 years of experience in the production and sale of portioned coffee systems and products. It was the first Italian business to offer capsule espresso systems.

Lavazza operates in all business segments: at home, away-from-home, and office coffee service, always with a focus on innovation in consumption technologies and systems. Lavazza has been able to develop its brand awareness through important partnerships perfectly in tune with its brand internationalization strategy, such as those in the world of sport with the Grand Slam tennis tournaments, and those in fields of art and culture with prestigious museums like New York’s Guggenheim Museum, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection Venice, and The Hermitage State Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia.

The Lavazza US Awin program remunerates publishers for the transactions generated on the official Lavazza eCommerce: https://www.lavazza.us/en_US.html. We directly sell capsules, machines and accessories. 

For every transaction you will generate, you will get 11.11% of the total sale amount.

We accept display, couponing, cashback, loyalty, and content activities.

Check out our assets regularly as we will have periodic refresh, based on the promo plan.

Here Comes The Sun; 6 Trends We Think Will Dominate Summer 2021

Written by Danielle Kelly on . Posted in Home & Garden, Home & Garden

We’ve reached May Bank Holiday, which means that summer is just around the corner. It might just be because the weather is miserable, but we’re starting to look forward to sunny days ahead, and, more importantly, summery interiors. So, whilst we wait for the sunshine to come back, we’re taking a look at the trends we think will define this summer.

Eco- friendly living

Every day we become more conscious of the impact we’re having on our planet, and we adjust our ways of living accordingly, so it’s no surprise that we’re expecting to see more eco-conscious materials and fewer plastic items. Instead, people will opt for things that can bio-degrade naturally over a period of time.

Flexible Spaces

The world might be returning to some degree of normalcy, but people don’t seem to be flooding back into office spaces. Instead, we’re opting for home spaces that work for both our business and personal lives, with lots of people choosing to invest in dividers or other ways to section a space.

 Luxury Living

This might seem like something that doesn’t really count as a trend, but a year spent indoors has convinced people to splash out a little on their surroundings, so we’re seeing a shift towards comfort and style over utilitarianism.

 Japandi

Japandi is a fairly new idea- a combination of both Scandi and Japanese decorating styles, mixing pared-back Scandi style with ornamental Japanese touches for a beautiful minimalist finish.

 Nature

We’ve discussed bringing the outside in before on this blog, but it bears repeating that it’s been one of the biggest trends of lockdown; plants can make enclosed spaces feel more natural, and they’ve been proven to purify the air and make you feel calmer.

DIY Décor

No doubt you’ll have seen some amazing DIY decorating over social media in the past year- and chances are you’ve probably seen some less successful versions. Lots of elements we’re seeing take over now are a result of these transformations; things like DIY Panelling, murals and painted furniture.

Image courtesy of @at_home_with_chlo

Here's Everything You Need to Know About Picking Out The Right Mattress

Written by Danielle Kelly on . Posted in Home & Garden, Home & Garden

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again- sleep is the most important part of your day. Whilst you’re asleep, your body works overtime to keep you healthy, which means that how you sleep and how long you sleep for impacts how healthy and happy you are more than anything else does. This is the absolute most important thing to keep in mind when you’re picking a mattress- you’ll want something that supports your body as it sleeps and minimises the strain on your muscles and joints.

 So how do you pick the right one?

The first thing to consider is how you sleep- you’ll want something that minimises the amount of damage your chosen position will do, so that you don’t wake up stiff and sore. It’s also about comfort- if  you sleep on your front, for example, a soft mattress will cause you to sink and feel hot.

As a general rule of thumb, a soft mattress is perfect for someone who sleeps on their side, because sleeping on your side puts a lot of pressure on your hips and shoulders, and the extra cushioning helps to relieve some of the strain.

Medium mattresses are a great one-size-fits-all, so if you move around a lot in your sleep, or tend to sleep in a lot of different positions, this can be a really great one to try out.

Finally, firm mattresses are perfect if you sleep on your front or your back, because they provide support that stops you from sinking and putting your spine in a strange position.

Other Things To Consider…

Whilst what position you sleep in is one of the most important considerations, there are lots of other things that you should take into account when you pick out a mattress.

 For example, are you someone who overheats in your sleep? If you are then you’ll want something with cooling foam on the top so that your mattress isn’t making you too hot to sleep.

Do you have a partner who tosses and turns all night? If your sleep is regularly disturbed by your partner coming and going, you’ll want something with pocket coils that will minimise the amount the mattress shifts when they move, so that you find it easier to stay asleep.

Finally, there are also practical considerations. Nowadays, it’s even more difficult to buy a mattress at a store, especially considering that they are likely to come full-size and be difficult to transport. Lots of services, like our own, will deliver your mattress in a box so you don’t have to worry about COVID-Secure shopping or transporting it home on your own.

If you’re worried about ordering the right mattress online, look for a service that offers a trial period- lots of companies will take the mattress back and issue a refund if you don’t find it comfortable.

Images courtesy of @lucyloveshome_

1/3 OFF Selected Kitchenware at Steven Brown Art

Written by Verbmarketing on . Posted in Offers/Promotions, General Promotions, Gifts, Gadgets & Toys, Gifts, Gadgets & Toys, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Home Appliances, Home Appliances, Promotion

For a limited time only, we are delighted to announce the brand new launch of the Steven Brown Art KITCHENWARE SALE! Don't miss your chance to get a whole 1/3 off selected Kitchenware before Friday!

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We have a selection of Chopping boards, Place Mats, Aprons to choose from. You can pick from your favourite Steven Brown Art designs like Bonnie McButterflee, the McFarm's, McZoo's and even the McCoos. There is something for everyone!

The collection can be found here:

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Don’t miss out on 1/3rd off Selected Kitchenware at Steven Brown Art to give a colourful touch to your kitchen at an amazing discounted price! You deserve to add a splash of McCoo to your cooking experience!

The 1/3 OFF Selected Kitchenware sale starts on Monday 22nd March and ends Friday 28th March, so get ordering now before it’s too late!

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SPOTLIGHT ON A TREND; MAXIMALISM

Written by Danielle Kelly on . Posted in Uncategorized

Maximalism is a scary word in interior design. It’s a style that is as easy to get wrong as it is to get right, and often something people shy away from for fear of looking weird or different. The truth is, maximalism isn’t actually all that difficult an aesthetic to achieve; it just takes a good eye for colour and detail and a bit of patience to get the right balance.

If you aren’t already familiar, maximalism sits at the opposite end of the spectrum to minimalism. Where minimalism values pared-back décor that allows you to focus on what’s important, maximalism believes that each piece is important and that more is really more.  If minimalism feels too constraining and lifeless to you, that’s a pretty good sign that you should maybe look at a more maximalist aesthetic.

Whilst the aesthetic does rely on instinct and taste, there are a few foolproof ways of making it work. The first and most important is to figure out your colour scheme early on; that way, whatever happens, the room looks cohesive. Pick colours that are opposite each other on the colour wheel to create contrast that draws the eye, but stick to those colours to ensure that the room makes sense.

Another great way of approaching maximalism is to start big and work your way down; start by picking base colours and your biggest bits of furnishings, like beds and sofas. If you’re unsure of how well this will go, you can keep the big pieces neutral, but opt for a more expressive, dramatic silhouette. Once you’ve got these in place, connect them all with matching smaller pieces, like wall art, houseplants and accessories.  

If you still feel that the space is too bland, you can then add depth by introducing a variety of textured items, like cushions, rugs and throws. These various materials add visual interest without departing massively from your colour scheme, and create focal points that draw the eye.

The important thing with maximalist design is to toe the line between ‘interesting’ and ‘cluttered’. You want to display objects that interest and inspire you, without inducing feelings of stress. Try to confine your display pieces to a few key areas so that you don’t constantly feel that you’re bumping into things or looking for room, and try to keep your items within the same genre. For example, group all of your frames in one place, or if you’re displaying vases or trinkets, let them be a focal point of their own, all together in one place.

At heart, maximalism works on the same principle as minimalism; your home should contain things that make you feel happy and inspired. It also values individualism and creativity, so take all the ideas above as suggestions, rather than hard and fast rules, and follow your own creative instinct.

Maximalism is a scary word in interior design. It’s a style that is as easy to get wrong as it is to get right, and often something people shy away from for fear of looking weird or different. The truth is, maximalism isn’t actually all that difficult an aesthetic to achieve; it just takes a good eye for colour and detail and a bit of patience to get the right balance.

If you aren’t already familiar, maximalism sits at the opposite end of the spectrum to minimalism. Where minimalism values pared-back décor that allows you to focus on what’s important, maximalism believes that each piece is important and that more is really more.  If minimalism feels too constraining and lifeless to you, that’s a pretty good sign that you should maybe look at a more maximalist aesthetic.

Whilst the aesthetic does rely on instinct and taste, there are a few foolproof ways of making it work. The first and most important is to figure out your colour scheme early on; that way, whatever happens, the room looks cohesive. Pick colours that are opposite each other on the colour wheel to create contrast that draws the eye, but stick to those colours to ensure that the room makes sense.

Another great way of approaching maximalism is to start big and work your way down; start by picking base colours and your biggest bits of furnishings, like beds and sofas. If you’re unsure of how well this will go, you can keep the big pieces neutral, but opt for a more expressive, dramatic silhouette. Once you’ve got these in place, connect them all with matching smaller pieces, like wall art, houseplants and accessories.  

If you still feel that the space is too bland, you can then add depth by introducing a variety of textured items, like cushions, rugs and throws. These various materials add visual interest without departing massively from your colour scheme, and create focal points that draw the eye.

The important thing with maximalist design is to toe the line between ‘interesting’ and ‘cluttered’. You want to display objects that interest and inspire you, without inducing feelings of stress. Try to confine your display pieces to a few key areas so that you don’t constantly feel that you’re bumping into things or looking for room, and try to keep your items within the same genre. For example, group all of your frames in one place, or if you’re displaying vases or trinkets, let them be a focal point of their own, all together in one place.

At heart, maximalism works on the same principle as minimalism; your home should contain things that make you feel happy and inspired. It also values individualism and creativity, so take all the ideas above as suggestions, rather than hard and fast rules, and follow your own creative instinct.

New Hyundai Air Compressor Discount Code and Creatives Available!

Written by Hyundai Power on . Posted in Offers/Promotions, Affiliate Incentive, Affiliate Window, Awin, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Home Appliances, Home Appliances, Ireland, Network, Network, Promotion, Promotion Type, Property, UK, Uncategorized, Vehicles, Parts, Accessories, Voucher Codes

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New 5% Discount Code On Official Hyundai Water Pumps!

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Make the most of our limited time discount code and save 5% on all Hyundai Water Pumps.

Hyundai Power Products has a wide range of air compressors in the current line-up, covering home use, DIY and professional use.

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New 5% Discount Code On Official Hyundai Air Compressors!

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE ARISTA LIVING TEAM

Written by aristaliving_laura on . Posted in Home & Garden, Christmas, Christmas Promotion, Home & Garden, Offers/Promotions, Promotion Type, Uncategorized

As the year draws to a close, the team at Arista Living would like to wish you a wonderful rest of the festive season! However the holidays look for you this year, we hope you find time to connect with the people you love and bid a proper farewell to 2020

We’d also like to take a moment to thank you all for your support this year. It’s been a bit of a crazy year for everyone, but it’s made us appreciate the most important things in life a bit more. Whilst we weren’t allowed to see each other, we loved being able to share space with you all on our social media, seeing all of the fantastic spaces you created using our beds.                    

Finally, we’d like to wish you a fantastic new year in 2021- we hope you get a chance to build on what you’ve achieved this year and that we’ll be able to celebrate a little bit more normally next year. In the interim, you can still find us online @aristaliving, and if you feel inspired to renovate your own space in the new year, we’re still giving you 50% off any mattress whenever you buy your dream bed on our site.

Stay safe and Happy Holidays!

SPOTLIGHT ON A TREND; COTTAGECORE

Written by aristaliving_laura on . Posted in Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Home Appliances, Home Appliances, Uncategorized

If you’ve been on the internet at all this year, you’ll have heard of cottagecore. If you haven’t, let me fill you in- cottagecore is a lifestyle trend that’s been percolating on Instagram and Tumblr for years, but which found a foothold on TikTok this summer, gaining almost four and a half billion views.

Cottagecore values a rural, artsy aesthetic and the power of self-sufficiency- imagine living in a cottage in the woods, making your own food and completely removed from society, and you’d be pretty close to the ideal cottagecore life.  If cottagecore is your thing, but you’re not planning on upping and moving to the wilderness any time soon, here’s what you need to know to get the look.

The good news; you don’t need to buy that much stuff to get the look, because this particular trend is about being able to reuse and recycle anything you can. To get the look, all you really have to do is make sure you have the essential bits. Steer absolutely clear of anything overly modern, technological or plastic; your furniture essentials should either be wood, metal or fabric. This can be the difficult part, but you can find some great fabric options for beds here.

The other piece of good news about cottagecore decorating is that not everything you do needs to match- as long as your colour palette stays consistent, variation will add the rustic charm we associate with cottagecore. For colours, stay in muted, pastel tones and neutrals- you can’t go wrong with white walls and pastel accents.

Finally, what makes a great rustic space is the details- flowers and greenery add great natural touches, as do exposed brick or beams. There aren’t really any hard-and-fast rules when it comes to this, but most cottagecore spaces try to stick to natural materials and soft colours rather than statement pieces.  

As always, the most important thing is to create a space that feels authentic and soothing to you. Cottagecore is about escaping the mainstream for a simpler, less stressful life, so remember that the only person who has to be satisfied with the end result is you.

Photos courtesy of @bestlife_style__ on Instagram 

FYI, YOUR MATTRESS IS PROBABLY TOO OLD. HERE’S HOW YOU KNOW.

Written by aristaliving_laura on . Posted in Christmas, Awin, Christmas Promotion, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Product Launches, Programme Launches, Promotion, Seasonal Promotions, UK, Voucher Codes

Honestly, once you’ve gotten a mattress, you’re pretty likely to stop thinking about it, and because you spend so much time on it you might not notice it gradually aging.  Unfortunately, having a bad mattress is way more of a problem than you probably think (link to our blog here), so here’s how you’ll know when your mattress has given up.

The Springs Poke You

This is the obvious one- the more time you spend on the mattress the more likely you are to have pushed the springs out of place, which probably means they’ll be digging into you as you sleep.

Everything Hurts

As your mattress ages, it’ll stop supporting you as well as it has- the areas of our body that put the most pressure on it (your back and hips) will create divots which provide no support and cause joint pain.

Your Allergies Are Acting Up

As a mattress gets old, more dust settles in the crevices, which can cause those of us with dust allergies to wake up sniffly and sneezing

You Wake Up Tired

You feel like you can’t get up in the morning, it might be because a lumpy mattress is making it really difficult for you to get comfortable in your sleep, so you’re tossing and turning.

Whilst getting a new mattress might not be top of our priorities list, remember that getting 8 hours of proper, REM sleep makes you smarter, more attractive, less stressed and healthier, so you should probably at least think about investing in a new mattress as soon as you see your old one start to age.

Picture courtesy of @love_this_old_house on Instagram

HOW TO MAKE A SMALL ROOM SEEM HUGE

Written by aristaliving_laura on . Posted in Christmas, Affiliate Incentive, Awin, Christmas Promotion, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Product Launches, Programme Launches, Promotion, Seasonal Promotions, UK, Voucher Codes

Move things upwards

Anything you can raise off of the floor and onto the walls is great- having your stuff stored on shelves or hung up draws the eye upwards to create an illusion of height whilst also liberating floor space so the room feels bigger.

Less clutter frees up floor space

Any piece of furniture which doubles as storage is great, because if you can store things in an ottoman bed like this (hyperlink), then your room will have less need of extra furnishings and will seem much bigger.

Know your colour theory

Whilst it’s true that light colours create the illusion of size, dark colours can also create a sense of depth which widens out a room just as well.

Use contrast

If you paint a wall in two colours, with the bottom three-quarters darker than the top, the line creates contrast. Because the human eye is naturally drawn to contrast, the eye travels upwards and creates an illusion of height.

Hang curtains well above the window

A favourite hack of Queer Eye’s Bobby Berk, hanging the curtain rail a foot or so above the top of the window is another trick that convinces the human brain that the ceiling is much higher than it actually is.

Buy a mirror

If your small room doesn’t get much natural light, it’ll seem a lot closer and darker than it is. As we said before, light creates the illusion of space, so adding a mirror big enough to reflect some natural light adds depth to a room.

Buy a visually interesting light fixture

An interesting light fixture draws the eye upwards and creates the illusion of height, whilst also distracting from a lack of floor space.

Buy furniture with legs

Furniture that sits directly on the ground or which has a skirt makes everything in a room feel lower and stops light from moving through. By buying furnishings that are raised off the floor, you’ll ensure everything in a room looks slightly higher and a lot more open.

Create Space

A small room with lots of furniture crammed together will feel tiny- by bringing furniture     away from the wall slightly and spacing it out, you’ll seem like you have a lot more floor space

Find your light

If your room is dark, it’ll seem small, so augment your main light source with some lamps, candles or fairy lights .

Happy Beds New Clearance Sale

Written by Emma Hull on . Posted in Home & Garden, Awin, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home Appliances, Home Appliances, Network, News, Promotion, Property, Sector, Sector, UK, Uncategorized, Updates

Happy Beds | Quality Beds & Mattresses at Affordable Prices
www.happybeds.co.uk

UK bed and mattress retailer, Happy Beds, have launched a new clearance sale for bed frames, including a mix of both adult and kids beds.

You can check out the full clearance page here.

Here are just some of the 57 new styles that have gone into the sale this morning:

Rialto Light Grey Fabric Bed
Rialto Light Grey Fabric Bed - was £234.99, now £124.99
Cologne Grey Fabric Bed
Cologne Grey Fabric Bed - was £459.99, now £249.99
Berlin Grey Fabric Ottoman Storage Bed
Berlin Fabric Grey Ottoman Bed - was £379.99, now £199.99
House Grey Wooden Bed
House Grey Wooden Bed - was £300, now £164.99

This clearance launched at 9am this morning and will run until further notice.

For any more information or high res images, then please get in touch with:

Emma and Emma@libertymarketing.co.uk

Boiler plan for only £2.47!

Written by Alexandra Pak on . Posted in Offers/Promotions, Finance, Finance, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Home Appliances, Home Appliances, News, Promotion, Promotion Type, Property, Property, Seasonal Promotions, UK, Update Type, Updates


Great offer from 24|7 Home Rescue - boiler breakdown plan for only £2.47 per month!

Protect your boiler and your central heating system. With no hidden charges and parts & labour included you don’t need to worry if something stops working. A quick call to our 24 hr help-line and we’ll send an engineer over to you.

Learn more about the plan here.


24|7 Home Rescue Team
Email: affiliates@247homerescue.co.uk
Website: www.247homerescue.co.uk

Stay at Home - Special Offer!

Written by Alexandra Pak on . Posted in Offers/Promotions, Awin, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Home Appliances, Home Appliances, News, Product Launches, Promotion, Promotion Type, Property, Property, Regions, Seasonal Promotions, Sector, Sector, UK

If you stay home, it’s a good time to take care of your house!
24|7 Home Rescue has launched its special offer “Stay at Home”. Protect your boiler and your central heating system for £2.47 per month. With no hidden charges and parts & labour included you don’t need to worry if something stops working. A quick call to our 24 hr help-line and we’ll send an engineer over to you.
Learn more about the plan here
Stay home, stay safe and stay with us!

24|7 Home Rescue Team
Email: affiliates@247homerescue.co.uk
Website: www.247homerescue.co.uk

OKA - New Additions to the Winter Sale

Written by Silverbean Affiliates on . Posted in Flowers, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Offers/Promotions, Promotion, Seasonal Promotions, UK

OKA & Silverbean Newsletter
Thursday 2nd January 2020

OKA - More Additions in the Winter Sale!

Welcome to the latest newsletter from OKA and Silverbean.

OKA are pleased to announce they have added even more items to their Winter Sale, including the most popular pieces and best sellers. Enjoy up to 50% off everything from furniture to accessories and lighting to textiles. Limited stock available. The new additions are available from Friday 3rd January while stocks last.

Terms and Conditions:

Exclusions apply. For full terms, see oka.com/terms

DIRECT URL:

https://www.oka.com/sale/

DEEP LINK:

http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5618&awinaffid=
!!!id!!!&clickref=&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oka.com%2Fsale%2F

Queries / Contact Us...

If you have any queries, or would like to request anything please contact
Louise James at Silverbean, and she will be happy to help:

telephone: +44 (0) 191 406 1200
follow us on twitter: @sbnaffiliates

In Association with OKA's Exclusive Affiliate Partners Agency.

OKA - 20% off this weekend!

Written by Silverbean Affiliates on . Posted in Black Friday / Cyber Monday, Christmas, Christmas Promotion, Flowers, Flowers, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Offers/Promotions, Promotion, Seasonal Promotions, UK, Voucher Codes

OKA & Silverbean Newsletter
Thursday 28th November 2019

OKA - Christmas Shopping Event!

Welcome to the latest newsletter from OKA and Silverbean.

OKA are pleased to announce customers can receive 20% off full-price items for their Christmas Shopping Event plus 10% off Outlet. This offer is available from Friday
29th November until 23:59pm on Monday 2nd December
. Simply use the code TREAT19 at the checkout to receive the discount.

Terms and Conditions:

20% off full price items and 10% off Outlet with the code: TREAT19 at the checkout. Offer
available from Friday 29th November until midnight on Monday 2nd December 2019.  xclusions apply. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with another promotion/discount and cannot be applied retrospectively or to delivery charges.

DIRECT URL:

https://www.oka.com/promo/

DEEP LINK:

http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5618&awinaffid=
!!!id!!!&clickref=&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oka.com%2Fpromo%2F

Queries / Contact Us...

If you have any queries, or would like to request anything please contact
Louise James at Silverbean, and she will be happy to help:

telephone: +44 (0) 191 406 1200
follow us on twitter: @sbnaffiliates

In Association with OKA's Exclusive Affiliate Partners Agency.

OKA - NEW Christmas Collection

Written by Silverbean Affiliates on . Posted in Christmas, Christmas Promotion, Flowers, Flowers, General Promotions, Home & Garden, Home & Garden, Offers/Promotions, Product Launches, Seasonal Promotions, UK

OKA & Silverbean Newsletter
Friday 25th October 2019

OKA - Unwrap OKA's Christmas Collection!

Welcome to the latest newsletter from OKA and Silverbean.

OKA are pleased to announce the launch of the NEW Christmas Collection! Get Set for Christmas with OKA's hand-picked selection of festive favourites. OKA have everything you need to celebrate the season: luxury gifts, fun decorations, entertaining essentials and much, much more. Colllection is available from Monday 28th October.

Terms and Conditions:

Collection available from Monday 28th October 2019.

DIRECT URL:

https://www.oka.com/gifts/

DEEP LINK:

http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5618&awinaffid=
!!!id!!!&clickref=&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.oka.com%2Fgifts%2F

Queries / Contact Us...

If you have any queries, or would like to request anything please contact
Louise James at Silverbean, and she will be happy to help:

telephone: +44 (0) 191 406 1200
follow us on twitter: @sbnaffiliates

In Association with OKA's Exclusive Affiliate Partners Agency.