Inspiration

Would you buy furniture online? There is no doubt that the way people shop has changed over the last 10 years with the volume and value of goods being purchased online increasing all the time – the question is: “Is this the case for furniture?” Reports produced today (06/01/2016) state that 40% of John Lewis’ sales in the last six weeks have been online and that 1 in every 6 shoppers has bought a mattress online. On first reading this would indicate that people are more than happy to part... Read More

With Christmas holidays just around the corner, there will be plenty of spills from young and old over the festive period. And in some cases this may occur on your precious leather sofas. Here at The Place for Homes we have come across several effective ways to clean up these spills and keep your leather furniture in tip top condition. The don’ts Never ever use or be tempted to use wet wipes on your leather furniture – use a clean lint free damp cloth. All leathers are different, so before... Read More

We did it!!!! We completed the Cardiff Half Marathon. We certainly weren’t the fastest, but then we’re not athletes either and for us it was about finishing and raising money for Breast Cancer Care. I know the team would agree though that completing it in2:23, 2:24 & 2:25 was a bonus! So the answer to the question: “Would we cross the line together?” The answer was no!! Glyn at mile 9 kept a consistent pace and managed to squeeze in a minute before Rhys and I – we won’t let... Read More

With less than 24 hours to go until Team The Place for Homes run the Cardiff Half Marathon who are helping to raise money for Breast Cancer Care.  We are sitting here in my kitchen – the three of us – discussing our last supper! Ok so it’s desperation point, the nerves have kicked in, all the training guides say eat well the night before making sure it’s not something new and get an early night!! An early night?? Sleep ?? Is that even possible when we’re now thinking: What... Read More

Changing the décor of a room or starting from scratch in a new house can be daunting!  ‘Should it be paint or wallpaper, shall I change the sofa, should the curtains be silk, cotton, linen……. so many choices? What can I afford? Stick to the things you really love. An honest room is always up to date. First of all look at your lights, because now is the moment to add or take away before you start to paint or paper. Lighting is so important. Table lamps that light downwards, lights that... Read More

On 30th July 2014, The Place for Homes, your local furniture and flooring store will host a Strawberry Tea party at the store in Llandow, Cowbridge for Breast Cancer Care – the only UK-wide specialist support charity. The Place For Homes Ltd has selected Breast Cancer Care as their chosen charity and is holding a Strawberry Tea as part of their fundraising efforts. Later in the year 3 staff members will also be running the Cardiff Half marathon to support the cause. Rhian Francis, Managing Director of The Place for... Read More