If a bedroom has been advertised as a double, it could mean anything you can fit a 4'6" wide bed into and still have about 60cms space around the perimeter!!!   Basically and honestly, any bedroom you can fit 2 single beds or a double bed+ and still have room for the bedroom furniture without banging into … Read more

More information needed.  Dark oak?  Light oak?  You are talking about external or internal paint colours?  As a coverall answer, I'd go with a warm colour to complement the oaks yellow heart.  Perhaps a mid-toned warm blue, mid to light greens with a hint of yellow, deep terracotta red-browns, these for accents.  If we're talking an overall colour for internal walls, … Read more

I'd say anything of a medium tone intensity in a colour that complements the wood.  Too pale and it will jump out at you, too dark and it will be too sombre, unless you plan to add rugs to break the dark wood.   I'd probably go with a khaki beige, dark driftwood or mid-brown in the naturals, … Read more

Friday, 30 October 2009 Attention:  Michelle xxxxxxx Re: Customer Relationship Manager Position, (company). Dear Michelle, I appreciate you giving me this opportunity to apply for the position of Customer Relationship Manager at xxxxxxxxx. As you will see from my attached resume, I began my working career at xxxxxxx, Henderson, where I was soon recognised for my … Read more

Oleander is a hardy shrub that will grow where many other plants won't.  It seems to thrive regardless of the conditions.  However, if your conscience demands you pay it a little tender loving care, give it a handful of fertiliser in spring and the occasional watering won't hurt!  If it's a baby, mulch it and water often.  All parts … Read more

Autumn colours and neutrals go with browns.  Like muted dark reds with a hint of brown in them or cream, beige, sage green would be nice.  Personally, I'd go for a natural shade of beige with the slight hint of green in it.  Then you could splash colour around in cushions and paintings, flowers etc.  Easier to change when … Read more