10 ways to transform your family home inside and out

Below we've got everything you need in 2021 to transform your family home.

Our extensive round-up covers everything from trying out new recipes and preparing for barbecue season to pet care essentials and wi-fi.

Read on for tips and advice on the latest trends - and look out for exclusive discount codes to save you money on some of the hottest products.

Up your barbecue game when the sun comes out

Nothing lifts your spirits quite like a classic barbecue with family and friends. St Pierre is here to help you be the host with the most as the days get longer and warmer.

So, dust off the garden furniture and fire up the barbecue to start the sunny season off on the right foot. From barbecue classics to fresh takes on family favourites, St Pierre has covered all the bases to make your barbecues truly magnifique.

St Pierre Brioche Burger Buns and Brioche Hot Dog Rolls are available at Tesco and Morrisons stores nationwide. For more recipe inspiration, visit stpierrebakery.co.uk

Boost your wi-fi signal without any fuss

One of the most frustrating parts of modern life is finding that wireless technology can be blocked by walls and ceilings, causing devices to fall out of range in your own home. Sidestep this annoyance with devolo Mesh WiFi 2, a nifty wi-fi booster that uses your home’s own powerline to transmit data and boost your signal. A devolo WiFi hotspot can be created at any power socket, making sure that walls and ceilings won’t slow down the speed, allowing you to surf and stream without interruption.

Available from Amazon and devolo.co.uk

Untangle the challenges of maintaining long hair

Longer hair has its own particular demands. That’s where 4 Your Long Hair comes in — developed in conjunction with Long Hair in London, its top-quality products are uniquely designed for improving and maintaining the appearance of your long hair.

The range of shampoos, conditioners, lotions and treatments is formulated without sulphates, silicones or parabens to help repair and maintain the look of shoulder length to long hair. For best results, follow the free tutorials available at 4yourlonghair.com.

Enjoy a 20% discount with code FE20 at 4yourlonghair.com (valid until 30 May 2021).

Ditch your digital addictions

It’s not unusual for entire families to have their eyes glued to screens, even during quality time together.

Tech-Break is a timed lock box designed specifically for tech devices — it aims to help families establish a healthy balance between technology use and screen-free periods in everyday life. Confiscating tech devices can be met with tantrums and parents cracking under the pressure, but Tech-Break offers a visual, non-negotiable solution that takes the pressure off.

Once set, the countdown clock displays the remaining time and, when the timer runs out, the door automatically springs open. The sleek, compact design features an engaging countdown display, three timer modes for increments by hour, by 24 hours and a useful bedtime mode, and two adjustable shelves with port holes for the supplied charging cables.

Visit tech-break.com to buy now.

Sewing is easy with a Singer

Sewing is enjoying a renaissance, with many of us making our own clothes, toys and home furnishings. All you need is a sewing machine, a pattern and fabric and you’re ready.

From beginner sewing machines to advanced offerings, Singer Outlet has everything you need. It offers the largest range of latest-model Singer sewing machines, overlockers and embroidery machines in the UK. Singer has been manufacturing sewing machines for 160 years and has an ongoing commitment to quality, reliability and innovation.

This dedication to developing and expanding its range with newer, innovative machines and models has resulted in an expansive offering of outstanding sewing machines, all available at Singer Outlet.

Visit singeroutlet.co.uk or call 0800 050 2232.

Transform your interiors quickly and easily

After a spring clean, many of us realise our homes could do with a makeover. The wide range of home improvement products from Hemway Home Collection will give your interiors a new lease of life. The high-pigment Chalk Paint provides a smooth, long-lasting, matte finish that will transform furniture and walls without the need for sanding or priming — perfect for a shabby-chic effect.

Use Hemway Glitter Grout Additive to transform ordinary tiles with a glittery shimmer. It’s available in six different sizes and more than 50 colours for a truly bespoke design. Make the most of the three-for-two sale to create a fresh combination of matte colour walls and stylish sparkling tiles.

Use code 3for2 across the full range of products at hemway.com (valid until 1 June 2021).

Garden furniture that looks good and lasts

AMATA is a Latvian outdoor furniture brand that creates environmentally friendly and stylishly simple outdoor furniture. The look is pure Scandi-chic — garden furniture with simple lines and understated elegance.

The brand features the work of Maria Berntsen Design Studio and AaltoAato, and is made by craftspeople with more than 30 years of experience. Many pieces are made from Northern European pine which, if properly looked after, can last for years.

Get your new garden furniture at amatamoments.com

Make perfect rice every time

Cooking rice seems easy but can be maddeningly inconsistent. You can end up with rice that’s undercooked or too soft — with a messy saucepan and worktop to boot.

Yum Asia is stepping in to change all this by introducing high-quality rice cookers that remove the guesswork. Just add rice and water, hit a single button and walk away confident you’ll get the perfect result. The range includes the mini Panda rice cooker, the larger Sakura version, a Kumo low-carb model, ultra-cool Bamboo and Fuji IH models and a single-person portable Bonsai bento rice cooker.

Find your ideal rice cooker at yumasia.co.uk

Keep your cat happy

Finding the right pet food for your feline friend can make all the difference. Untamed makes it easy to serve mouth-watering, wholesome meals that will keep them healthy and happy.

The brand uses exclusively prime cuts of meat, including tuna steak, salmon fillet and chicken breast, which are gently steam-cooked in their own delicious gravies to lock in flavour and nutrients. With more than 10 delicious recipes to choose from, the trial pack can be tailored to your cat's needs and tastes.

Get their new favourite meals conveniently delivered monthly, with the flexibility to change or cancel anytime. All tins and packaging are fully recyclable, with no plastic pouches.

Use code FAMILY4 at checkout on untamedcatfood.com for a 50% discount on your first trial pack (only £4). Valid until 31 July 2021.

Get ready for barbecue season

Warmer days are just around the corner and grills across Britain will soon be firing up. Baker Street is going big this spring and summer, with classic burger buns and hot dog rolls now available in selected Tesco stores.

Baker Street buns are built for loaded burgers and can handle even the heftiest hot dogs and British barbecue combos. What’s more, thanks to clever packaging, the whole range stays fresher for longer, so you’re always ready for an impromptu barbecue with Baker Street.

Find out more on lovebakerstreet.com

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