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Tile plays a crucial role in home design. Even though there is a wide range of choices are available in tiles, the most commonly used ones are marble, granite, and natural stone. Limestone tile: Limestone tile is a durable stone, naturally warm and available in choices of colors and finishes. It is an affordable tile choice too. Pros Cost, durability, aesthetics and best features are the most attracting factors regarding a limestone tile. Cons It is not recommended for high traffic areas as limestone tile is quite soft when compared with other choices available. Limestone tiles need regular maintenance. Quartz tile: The quartz tile is a dense natural stone and it is very strong. Pros Low maintenance, adds to the aesthetic value, strong material, most hygienic choice, a cost-effective tile choice. Cons The quality or color intensity of the tiling can dull with time. Quartz is a slippery floor choice. Travertine tile: The travertine tile is available in a ...

Home inspection would be one of the last hurdles faced by a home buyer and seller before a property is sold off. Through this inspection one can identify the flaws, if any, before buying the property. But the question of who should bear the expenses of making those repairs, identified after home inspection, remains unanswered. Various factors influence the decision of who should bear the repair expenses and here are some of the key ones: Offer contract The buyer and seller of a property come together on the basis of certain contingencies which are mutually agreed upon, and is mentioned in the contract. There would be a contingency which states that either of the two parties can walk away from the sale due to certain instances. Type of repairs The seller must reasonably know all the repairs that must be covered before putting up the property in the market. In certain instances when the buyer doesn't want to end up losing the property, he might agree to bear the expenses. The...

Transforming a home is easy with few thoughtful interior designing works. But many consider this as a costly affair and thus ignore it due to budget constraints. With the help of some creativity and cost-effective ideas, it is possible to convert your home into one that matches your dreams. Here are a few cost-effective ideas to decorate your home: 1.    Cane furniture A classy yet elegant choice of furniture piece, cane furniture is a budget-friendly alternative for those expensive leather or wooden furniture. You can also use traditional cane pieces to decorate lawns, sit-out areas or balconies for a unique look. 2.    Curtains Using curtains will help add a look of grandeur and make sure that you choose ones that go in sync with the wall colours and furniture shades. Play with colours, patterns and fabrics in order to add a different appeal to your rooms and being an economic option, you can get the best ones with ease. 3.    Greenery ...

Be it a house or a flat, interior design is incomplete without furniture. It is both a necessity as well for enhancing the appearance of any space. But people often overlook this fact and carelessly place or move around the arrangement without thinking about the effect on the home décor. Here Are Some Tips To Arrange Furniture In An Apartment 1. Do not fill the apartment with furniture –Packing the entire apartment will clutter the space. Impressive and attractive pieces of furniture that are both useful and only consume less space should be the ones to select. 2. Create a focal point — A visually appealing piece of furniture, may it be a bookshelf or a central table, position it in such a way that it creates a focal point for the apartment décor. 3. Distribute it around — Furniture pieces should be arranged sensibly while also grouping them according to their functions. For example, place the reading table next to the shelves and the drawers alongside the bed. 4. Bring ...

Technology is constantly growing. We have the technology to make our lives easier now. From making our tasks easier to providing us safety, technology has the power to do to almost everything. When it comes to homes, technology has another important role to play. New innovations like automation in apartments help people in many ways, and thus it has been in use in most of the apartments today. Here are the reasons why automation at the apartment is a necessity. 1. Security  Poor lighting can cause a lot of unfortunate accidents. Automation helps in turning on and off of light automatically when you enter a place or go from there. Hence automation can keep you safe from accidents. 2. Save money Automation technology saves power. It senses the presence of people and on or off’s the lights on its own. This will reduce unnecessary wastage of power. 3. Safety at home Automation technology helps in monitoring the activities at home. This will ensure safety at home. ...

Apartments are living spaces built with structural features shared with other units positioned adjacent to it. Though the preferred form of living for people in cities is apartments due to its convenience level, one factor acts as a major drawback – the design of each apartment being closely built can cause disturbance and at times steal the privacy of its occupants. Therefore, choosing apartments that come with no common walls would be the smartest choice! Take a look at the top 5 benefits of living in a home with no common wall sharing: 1. Noise-free area Apartments without common walls will prevent sharing and transmitting sound from one apartment to another. Be it your loud chit-chats, crying babies or the blaring TV, the chances for potential sound to cause disturbance to your neighbors is canceled. 2. Privacy With the presence of common walls in apartments, your private moments wouldn’t be private anymore! There would be interference caused due to sound from other apa...

Diwali, the festival of lights is around the corner and it is about time to deck up your home. Using decorative pieces, lights and clearing clutter, you can give a fresh and bright look for your house, adding oomph to the festivity. Gather your family around and begin with each room in the house. Follow the below-mentioned tips and ideas to decorate your home this Diwali: Diyas and Candles Use diyas and candles of different sizes and colors to light up every corner of the house. Select a set of assorted candles in cream and golden tones to create a cozy and soothing ambiance. You can opt for eco-friendly options for candle holders i.e., using waste cans and colored papers. Traditional decor pieces Apart from diyas and candles, you can use traditional Indian decor pieces such as brass turtle oil lamps, lanterns, and bells. You can also place a mud or copper pot/vessel filled with water, marigold flowers and floating candles as a centerpiece. Decorative lights Use d...

Making a decision in buying your first home will always be intimidating. In a city like Trivandrum, a place that offers an appealing blend of luxury and tradition along with all necessary facilities, it would be a tough call, requiring thorough research and study. For all the first time homebuyers in Trivandrum, here are the 2 key tips to help you in the buying process: A home that is in the heart of the city is always a dream come true for prospective homebuyers. With builders strategically choosing and launching their new residential projects in prime locations of Trivandrum city, choose the one that perfectly suits all your needs. Prime locations of the capital city include Kowdiar, Kazhakkoottam, Vellayambalam, Sasthamangalam and Kumarapuram. These areas are flanked by all basic facilities like schools, colleges, hospitals, supermarkets, restaurants, etc., making it an ideal location for buying homes. Due to these factors, there is a scope for price appreciation for the p...

Millennials and home investors have turned towards buying apartments as they are considered to be a much cheaper option when compared to a house. You get to choose apartments within your budget and also they come with amenities and facilities that ensure your safety in the apartment. Leading builders in Kerala offer quality flats in Trivandrum that are equipped with safety and security facilities ensuring that the occupants are secure in their home. The following facilities must be noted in an apartment that ensures a safe and healthy living for apartment dwellers: Before moving in: Ensure that you do a background check of the neighborhood to ensure the area is free of criminal activities before buying the apartment. Proper locks on doors and windows. Grills that are secure and has enough coverage in balconies. Secure compound walls around the building. Fire exits during emergency situations. After moving in Look for security systems installed...

There are endless options for homebuyers to invest in real estate ranging from furnished homes to unfurnished ones. This leaves homebuyers confused in making a decision among the two. Developers are redefining luxury homes by offering furnished homes that come with upholstery, furniture, bathroom fittings, modular kitchens, etc. One of the leading builders in Trivandrum, Heather Homes offer flats and apartments in Trivandrum that come with the finest fittings and fixtures that guarantee you the perfect home! Pros and Cons of Furnished property The major advantage of moving into a furnished property is that you need not go for extra shopping in search of furniture and household essentials. Shifting things from one property to another is not an issue here and you need not unpack the entire stuff while moving in. Also, the extra cost of hiring movers and packers is saved here. Furnished homes would be more expensive as it bears the expenses of all the extra fittings ...

Youngsters nowadays are technologically well-versed and also display a keen interest in real estate by identifying great investment opportunities. The average age of home buyers has come down to the young population who are in their late 20s and 30’s. The array of residential projects offered by leading builders in Kerala ranging from luxury flats to affordable ones, they have plenty of options to choose from. Heather Homes offer the finest flats and apartments in Trivandrum that matches the requirements of people willing to invest in real estate. Here are the key factors that boost the real estate activity among youngsters: High disposable income Youngsters who are graduates from leading institutions receive an initial salary of Rs.10 lakhs and above annually. And when compared to those who work in mid and senior managerial positions, they earn more. A hike in their earnings gives them the purchasing power to afford to buy a house at a very early stage of their life. ...