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When it comes to redecorating the home, there are certain considerations you typically need to incorporate. The bathroom, kitchen and the lounge all require the inclusion of specific practical elements in their design, meaning that no matter how crazy you want to go, you’ll always have a few restrictions. Not so when it comes to the ...

A solid, secure lock is the first line of defence against would-be thieves and burglars. If your doors and windows are not locked, or if the current lock is unsuitable for use, then you are effectively inviting trespassers to rummage through your valuables, or worse. As a result, taking the time to research the best locks for your home is not ...

Going on holiday? The summer holidays are here and it looks as though a heat wave has hit us to start it off in style! Summer holidays are a time for relaxing, spending time with friends and family, bbqs, days out and much better packing your suit case and going on holiday! One thing that no one wants to come home to is a house that has been ...

We are now on FeeFo. At Handlestore we love hearing from our customers and encourage feedback from as many different sources as possible. We understand that customers over the world remain sceptical about reviews on websites, and that’s why we have chosen a third party adjudicator in Feefo to request feedback from customers on our behalf. Every ...

One man’s rubbish is another man’s treasure, as the saying goes. What will work in one kitchen may not have the desired effect for another and, thus, the same kitchen doesn’t work for every homeowner. We live in an age of customisation; where every aspect of a kitchen can be tailored to suit a homeowner’s wants and needs. From the type of ...

You’re sitting on a Caribbean beach; sunning yourself and enjoying a fruity cocktail. Then you suddenly sit bolt upright. Did you check the front door was locked properly? Will anyone stumble across the spare key hidden under the flowerpot? There’s no point going on holiday if you’re going to ruin it by spending the whole time worrying. ...

While they’re often taken for granted, doors have a pretty important role to play in the home. As well as privacy, they provide protection from draughts and, when the right type is used, can add the perfect finishing touch to any carefully styled room. When it comes to replacing existing doors, though, or even picking the right type for a new ...

When it comes to sprucing up your home, one of the more difficult challenges to take on is the windows. Whilst the glass may only be in need of a good cleaning, the fixtures and fittings might need a bit more in the way of TLC. With half of the frame outside, exposed to the elements, finding the right way to clean windows can present a unique ...

Some of the more common new year’s resolutions include finally giving up smoking or shifting a few of those Christmas pounds. Another popular option is to do more work around the house, even though this often goes slightly more under the radar than its more health-conscious alternatives. With bank holiday season on the horizon, however, the new...

Windows are one of the most fundamentally important features of any building, as vital as the walls, floor, roof and door. The perfect windows can not only add value and aesthetic appeal to a property, they can insulate and ventilate, controlling air flow as appropriate. That’s in addition to providing additional security and letting in ...