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How much does a kitchen extension cost?
Planning a kitchen extension but don't know where to start when it comes to cost? Our expert tips provide all the information you need to achieve your ideal outcome, while ensuring you set a realistic budget
By Lucy Searle •
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Kitchen extensions: how to plan and design your kitchen extension
Confused about where to start with your kitchen extension project? From budgeting to planning permission, this article will tell you all you need to know
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to mow a lawn
Get your lawn picture perfect with these failsafe tips to mowing a lawn
By Anna Cottrell •
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7 quick ways to use paint to update your home
Want to give your home a quick (and cheap) refresh? Check out these inspiring paint ideas...
By Hebe Hatton •
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How to strip and repaint original plaster mouldings
Often smothered with layers of paint build-up, decorative plaster mouldings should be a room’s crowning glory. Discover how to strip and repaint original plaster mouldings to restore them
By Helaine Clare •
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How to tile a splashback
Follow this step-by-step to how to tile a splashback, including a list of everything you might need for the job
By Emily Shaw •
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How to choose the best resin or concrete flooring
Choosing flooring for a contemporary room? Concrete and resin are on-trend, practical and good looking flooring materials ideal for a modern home
By Anna Cottrell •
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Do you really need smart pet tech?
We review the best in show when it comes to smart pet technology, covering everything from feeders to petcams
By Gerald Lynch •
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15 ways to use vinegar to clean your home
We all have it in our cupboards, but are you using vinegar to clean? Queen of Clean Lynsey Crombie shows why vinegar is the superhero of the cleaning world with her top tips for using it around the home
By Lindsey Davis •
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How to maintain and repair old stone floors
Find out how to restore, maintain and repair old stone floors, with expert advice from Douglas Kent, technical and research director of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings
By Douglas Kent •
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How to wallpaper a wall
Wondering how to wallpaper a wall? Whether you're creating a feature wall or wallpapering a whole room, follow our step-by-step guide and watch our handy video to achieve the perfect finish
By Emily Shaw •
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How to sand wooden floorboards
A straightforward job for a keen DIYer, expert Michael Holmes offers advice on how to sand wooden floorboards
By Michael Holmes •
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Garden birds: what to look out for this summer – and how to encourage them back
Get ready to spot the UK’s summer bird visitors as they return from spending the winter in Africa
By Karen Darlow •
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How to tile a wall
When it comes to tiling a wall, taking time to prepare the surface and the areas around are key to achieving a professional-looking finish. Follow our step by step guide to find out how to tile a wall perfectly
By Hebe Hatton •
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Garage conversions: the ultimate guide to costing, planning and designing your garage conversion
A garage conversion is a cost-effective solution for those who want more space without needing to extend. Find out how to successfully convert a garage into extra living space
By Lucy Searle •
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Loft conversions: an essential guide to planning, designing and costing when converting your loft
Whether you’re dreaming of a master suite, a guest bedroom or a home cinema, a loft conversion is one of the easiest ways to extend – and add value to – your property
By Lucy Searle •
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Double storey extensions: costing, planning and designing your two storey extension
A cost-effective double storey extension could make more sense than moving if you need more space. Expert renovator Michael Holmes shares tips for getting yours right…
By Michael Holmes •
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Extending a house: the ultimate guide for your house extension
From costing and designing extensions to permitted development and building regulations, find out everything you need to know about extending a house
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to create an en suite bathroom
Find out everything you need to know about adding an en suite bathroom to your home, from how much it is likely to cost to lighting, heating and plumbing
By Lindsey Davis •
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How much does a bathroom cost?
Whether you’re redesigning your bathroom or adding a new en suite, use this simple guide to bathroom costs to get the results you want first time – all within your budget
By Sarah Warwick •
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Underfloor heating: the complete guide to in-floor heating
Considering installing underfloor heating in one room, throughout a ground floor, or everywhere in your home? We’ve asked the experts to answer all your questions on UFH
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean wallpaper
Are your rooms looking tired or grubby, purely because the wallpaper is a little dirty? It is possible to clean wallpaper – and do a good job – if you know how
By Lucy Searle •
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10 best sofa beds under £500
Doing up your living room on a budget? Check out these super stylish (but super cheap) sofa beds...
By Sophie Warren-Smith •
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How to choose a sofa bed
Need a sofa that doubles as sleep space for overnighters? Here’s how to buy a stylish sofa bed that provides comfort in both its roles
By Sarah Warwick •
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Cut the cost of your extension: 18 ways to extend a house cheaply
Want to know how to extend a house cheaply? Experienced renovator Michael Holmes looks at ways to cut the cost of your extension
By Michael Holmes •
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Single storey extensions: costing, planning and designing your single storey extension
Improve the layout and how you live in your home with our expert advice on costing, planning and designing single storey extensions
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to handwash clothes
'Handwash only' means you just stick it in a bowl of soapy water then rinse, right? Wrong... Find out how to handwash clothes so your (probably expensive) buys stay looking as good as new for as long as possible
By Lucy Searle •
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Where to live in London
Giving living in the capital a go, and wondering where in this vast city will best suit your needs? We advise on where to live in London for everything from raising a young family to commuting and partying
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to vacuum
Thought vacuuming was just about running the vac over the floor? Think again – there's a whole method to adopt to get the job done efficiently and quickly. Here's how to vacuum (you're going to love it)
By Lucy Searle •
