Monthly Archives: February 2015

A new bathroom is a great way of adding value to your home but there are a few key points to bear in mind before you embark on improving the smallest room in the house. Leekes bathroom buyer, Paul Collier, advises us on his top tips for planning and buying a bathroom and how to avoid the most common pitfalls. Start by producing a scale version floor plan which will give you an idea of the existing shape of your bathroom and the positioning of all sanitary-ware. It is advisable to try to leave the…

As the first hints of spring cast natural daylight into our homes, many of us have the urge to focus in on our space and start to spruce up our homes with a spot of DIY. And whether you're looking to add a new style to your walls with wallpaper or a fresh coat of paint - or by installing new carpet, laminate or tiles to give your floors a new impetus - making the most of your walls and floors is the first step to a happy home. It's true what they say: first impressions really do count – especially…

Eating in has risen in popularity in recent years and whether it's a family meal or sharing with friends, home entertaining calls for equally stylish ovenware. Leekes offers a wide selection of oven to tableware that is practical and designed to complement any table. Chloe Evans, kitchen and tableware buyer at Leekes, advises choosing wisely when it comes to ovenware and opting for a range that will stand the test of time. Gone are the days when ovenware needed to be hidden from view. There are now…

If you're preparing to replace or simply reinvigorate your kitchen, spring is the ideal time to gather ideas and plan your space. And, if you're seeking inspiration, you'll find all the essential ingredients for a kitchen to suit your style and budget at Leekes. As the social hub of the home and a multi-functional space, the kitchen should be a practical, versatile and stylish area where you'll want to spend time with the family but also an area that coordinates with your existing décor. Take…

Gone are the days when the best china makes an appearance a few times a year for special occasions – today's tableware is expected to withstand daily use without scrimping on style. And with new ranges of kitchen accessories and tableware from leading designers such as Denby, Garden Trading Company and Beau & Elliot arriving at Leekes it's the perfect way to uplift your kitchen and dress up your dining space. Offering the essence of summer, the Monsoon Antalya range for Denby is an eclectic…

If there's a room in your home that's always bathed in darkness, consider reviewing your lighting choices to deliver a lighter, brighter space. Consider lighting at differing heights with table, floor or ceiling options in modern, classic and contemporary styles available at Leekes Home Department Store. With so many different options available, it's vital that you ensure your light is adequate for purpose and take key factors into consideration such as atmosphere, colour, size and balance within…

You may not spend many waking hours in your bedroom but creating a tranquil space to get a good night's slumber is essential. Transforming your current bedroom space into a relaxing haven needn't be a struggle if you combine the right furniture, bed linen and suitably stylish accessories to fit in with your décor. Naturally, the bed should be the focal point of a bedroom and whether you favour a bed frame with mattress or storage divan set, the extensive range available at Leekes will help you…

Just had the whole house re-glazed with uPVC to replace very old wooden frames. Good professional service from Leekes of Llantrisant, with fast written quotes, followed up with confirmatory surveyor checking measurements. Pleasantly surprised at the competitive costs - even against dedicated local glazing firms. Installation was within quoted timescale and enabled planning of fitting to suit my availability. It was good to have access to an 'installation manager' who agreed to come out in advance…

A breath of fresh air is the best way to describe our experience with Leekes. The representative, Freya Stevens was extremely knowledgeable about the products and explained all options fully; we were not pressured in anyway but were simply given the facts. We are extremely pleased with the installation the quality of the product is very high and improves the appearance of our home. We have people knock on the door to ask us where we got our windows and doors from. I really must say that throughout…