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Extension planner: a weekly schedule of works for your extension
Our handy extension planner will give you a week by week overview of all the essential stages involved when building an extension
By Lucy Searle •
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Home insulation: how to improve energy efficiency in your home
Home insulation will help prevent heat loss – and high bills – as well as making your house more sustainable
By Sarah Warwick •
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Swedish Death Cleaning: a beginner's guide
We explain what Swedish Death Cleaning is and how to tackle it in this easy guide. The end of summer is the perfect time to get started
By Anna Cottrell •
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Project managing an extension or renovation yourself – what's involved
If you're project managing an extension or renovation yourself – we can help. There's more responsibility involved, but with our expert advice, you'll come out on top and save money in the process
By Lucy Searle •
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18 budget gardening ideas – dos and don'ts from pro garden landscapers
Update your green space with these easy budget gardening ideas (from professional landscapers) and you won't regret it
By Leigh Clapp •
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Lighting a hallway: tips and ideas to get your lights spot on
Lighting a hallway takes some planner, so we have broken it all down for you to make it super simple in our guide...
By Sarah Warwick •
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Cottage garden plants – 12 floral must-haves for a cute cottage garden
These 12 cottage garden plants will help bring your outdoor space to life, whether you've gone for a period or modern cottage garden approach
By Leigh Clapp •
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Plumbing problems: 13 solutions to common plumbing issues
Need advice on tackling plumbing problems? We've got tips on everything from blocked drains to exposed pipework
By Anna Cottrell •
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Types of carpet: how to choose the right carpet for all your rooms
Discover the differences between the different types of carpet to make picking out the right one a breeze. Our guide includes carpet costs, fitting and, inevitably, carpet cleaning
By Anna Cottrell •
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Frittata: make it tasty with leftovers or try Jamie Oliver's summer recipe
All you'll need for our frittata recipes are some eggs and whatever you have hanging around in the fridge – meat, veg, cheese and more. Jamie Oliver's summery take is tasty, too
By Emily Shaw •
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Underfloor heating: the complete guide to in-floor heating
Everything you need to know about underfloor heating, from installation to costs. We’ve asked the experts to answer all your questions on UFH
By Sarah Warwick •
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Side return extensions: 18 ideas to help plan, design and budget for yours
Side return extensions can transform narrow, dark back rooms into airy and open plan spaces. This guide will help you plan, design and budget for yours
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean a wood burning stove
DIY expert Helaine Clare provides step-by-step instructions for how to clean a wood burning stove
By Helaine Clare •
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Concrete flooring: a guide to concrete floor types, costs and design
Concrete flooring is the ultimate choice for a contemporary interior, or it can add a modern twist to a room in a more traditional home. Find out how to choose concrete flooring in our guide
By Anna Cottrell •
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Frozen yogurt: Jamie Oliver's recipe is the perfect heatwave treat
Insta fell for Jamie Oliver’s fro-yo cones. Here’s how to make your own cool treats
By Sarah Warwick •
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11 ways to add value to a Victorian terrace
There are lots of ways to add value to a Victorian terrace, from putting in additional bathrooms to creating open plan living. Use our tips to invest wisely
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to cool down a room: 15 ways to stay cool indoors during a heatwave
Here are tons of ideas for how to cool down a room fast. If your home tends to overheat during summer, these tips are for you...
By Hebe Hatton •
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Baked cheesecake: make our go to summer dessert with strawberries
Strawberry baked cheesecake is an indulgent dessert that makes the most of our seasonal fruit. Learn this basic recipe and then see our favourite upgrades to make it even more delicious
By Amelia Smith •
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Hasselback potatoes: everyone (even Nigella) is making them. Here's how
These hasselback potatoes are as tasty, but much faster than your classic baked potato. Give them a go with this recipe from Gousto
By Lindsey Davis •
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Jackfruit burger – with crushed avocado and beetroot slaw
This delicious jackfruit burger will impress plant-based eaters and omnivores alike with its meaty texture and tasty sides. Give it a go this weekend for a healthy, yet indulgent meal
By Lindsey Davis •
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Chicken thigh recipe – a spicy, tasty Caribbean-inspired BBQ dish
Add this easy BBQ dish to your chicken thigh recipe repertoire and you'll keep everyone very happy
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Garden landscaping ideas: 10 steps to landscape a garden from scratch
If you're looking for garden landscaping ideas, our 10 steps to garden success will point you in the right direction
By Camille Dubuis-Welch •
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Fish finger sandwich: Jamie Oliver's healthy take on the lunchtime classic
It’s a fish finger sandwich, but probably not like you’ve eaten before. Try it, and fall for it
By Sarah Warwick •
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Scotch pancakes – with berries and maple syrup
Step away from the same old box of cereal and serve these Scotch pancakes up as a weekend treat
By Sarah Warwick •
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Vegetable biryani: Jamie Oliver's take is tasty AND healthy
Get the family eating plenty of veg with Jamie’s take on a classic vegetable biryani dish. It’s tasty and good for you
By Sarah Warwick •
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Garden design: 11 steps to plan and design a garden
From budgeting for a garden design, to hiring a professional or learning how to design a garden yourself – this is everything you need to know
By Matt James •
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Joint Borrower, Sole Proprietor mortgages: could you own a home?
Joint Borrower, Sole Proprietor mortgages are on the rise as an option for people who are struggling to get on the property ladder. We assess the pros and cons of this type of mortgage for prospective buyers
By Anna Cottrell •
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Negotiating house prices: 11 ways to get the best property price
Does negotiating house prices make you a little nervous? Follow our guide to haggling for the best house price and come to the negotiating table fully prepared
By Anna Cottrell •
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Single storey extensions: costs, how to plan + design ideas
A definitive guide to adding a single storey extension. From planning and costing advice, to design recommendations – our 3-page feature offers the expertise that your project needs
By Sarah Warwick •