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The Best Way to Remove Mould From Blinds

Mould can be a persistent and unsightly problem in many households, and if it has found its way onto your blinds, it’s essential to address it quickly. Not only does mould affect the aesthetic appeal of your window coverings, but it can also pose health risks if left untreated. In this article, we will explore the best methods to effectively remove mould from blinds, ensuring a clean and healthy living space for you and your family. Materials you will need To tackle mould on blinds, gather the following materials: Vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to help you remove loose mould…

A Guide to the Popular Styles of Curtains

If you’re not an expert on curtains, it’s not always easy to tell the different styles apart. There are so many different pleats and fastenings that they can all start looking very similar after a while. But don’t worry, in this article, the John Frederick team is going to be discussing some of the key styles of curtains, so you can get a better idea of what might work well in your home. Single panel curtains Made up of one piece of fabric that can be pulled right the way across a window, single panel curtains are a great modern option…

The Importance of Professional Carpet Maintenance

Have you ever thought about how much dirt accumulates in your carpet, even if you vacuum it on a regular basis? Vacuum cleaners don’t clean the carpet fibers as deeply as is needed to remove embedded dirt, as studies show vacuum cleaners only remove one third of the overall dirt in carpets. Without regular cleaning of your carpets, the dirt will become the perfect environment for toxins and bacteria to spread, potentially causing health issues for your family or employees. It is recommended by specialists that you get your carpets cleaned at least once a year, to keep your carpets healthy…

What Germs Does My Carpet Harbour?

When you think of cleaning a carpet, the first thing that probably comes to mind is mopping up spills and dealing with stubborn stains. However, below the surface, there is a lot more to be worried about. In fact, according to microbiology research, your carpet is likely to be about 4,000 times dirtier than your toilet seat! As well as this, it’s predicted that a carpet has the capacity to hold four times its own weight in dirt, so it’s clear to see that they act as a breeding ground for all kinds of nasties. In this article, we’ll take a…

How to Keep Your Carpet Clean for Longer?

While you might not realise it, your carpet is one of the most expensive features of your home, especially if you’ve opted for something more luxurious. Luckily though, as long as you look after it, a good carpet can last for years and years. With this in mind, the John Frederick team are going to be sharing with you some simple tips and tricks on how to keep your carpet cleaner for longer. Doormats This might not be the advice you wanted to hear, but the easiest way to clean your carpet is by stopping it from getting dirty in the…

Colour Combinations: What Works & What Doesn’t

Creating fun and interesting colour schemes is one of the most exciting parts of interior design, but it’s not necessarily the easiest. Whether you think you have a great eye for design or not, there’s always more you can learn about colour, which is why we’re here to give you a crash course. What is a colour wheel? To understand how colours interact, the best thing to do is study a colour wheel. A colour wheel is a way in which we can organise colours visually in order to clearly demonstrate the relationships between them. A colour wheel consists of primary…

How to Choose the Right Carpet for Your Bedroom

The type of flooring we choose for a room can have a profound impact on the way it makes us feel. While wooden flooring offers some fantastic practical benefits for high-traffic areas such as kitchens and living rooms, it doesn’t quite offer that same warmth and cosiness that carpet does when it comes to your bedroom. And given that a bedroom is a relatively low-traffic area of the home, you have more of a license to indulge in something plush and luxurious. But what sort of carpet should you choose? There are dozens of different styles, colours and pile types out…

Interior Design Trends for 2024

2020 has been a strange year for everyone but, with everyone spending more time at home, interior design and the way people decorate have never been more at the forefront of our minds. We wanted to take a look at some of the most popular interior design trends for 2024 to help you choose your next stylish item – be it an item of furniture or a new set of curtains – so that if you’re spending time at home, you’ve got plenty of inspiration to draw from. Here are five notable trends from 2023 which we think will remain popular…

Most Iconic Sofas in Film and TV

In any home, a sofa is a place to sit with family and loved ones and relax. So it’s not surprising that almost every television show or film contains a sofa somewhere – some more iconic than others. To help celebrate those sofas which have become almost synonymous with the entertainment pieces in which they featured, we’ve listed some of the most famous sofas. From the fresh and pristine to the tired and trampled. Take a look at our six favourites: Friends – The Central Perk sofa Probably the most iconic of the whole bunch, the sofa on which Ross, Monica,…

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…

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