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Christmas house: a restored Georgian stone cottage in Cornwall
Salvaged, vintage, upcycled and handmade: every piece in Kerry Knight’s Cornish cottage tells a story – especially at Christmas
By Katherine Sorrell •
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How to restore wood doors
Refinish and restore your interior wood doors with Helaine Clare's step-by-step project, which shows you how to clean the timber, fill holes, repair damage, cover screws and replace hinges
By Helaine Clare •
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14 traditional Christmas decorating ideas
Deck the halls (and every other room in the house) with our tips and tricks for a traditional Christmas decorating scheme
By Hebe Hatton •
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11 front door design ideas
A key component of your home’s exterior aesthetic, the main entrance should not only complement the overall style of your property, but also provide security and privacy
By Paula Woods •
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How to repaint and revive outdoor woodwork
In this step-by-step guide, DIY expert Helaine Clare shows how to repaint and revive outdoor woodwork
By Helaine Clare •
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How to strip paint from a wood door
Remove thick layers of paintwork and reveal the wood's natural beauty by stripping paint from wooden doors. DIY expert Helaine Clare explains how in this step-by-step guide
By Helaine Clare •
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Real home: a renovated Georgian farmhouse in Yorkshire
A love for original features inspired the new look for this renovated Georgian farmhouse
By Heather Dixon •
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14 farmhouse kitchen design ideas brimming with character
Full of warmth and charm, farmhouse kitchens are the perfect welcoming hub for a family home. Love this enduring style? Here's how to get the look
By Melanie Griffiths •
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100 Emma Bridgewater mugs must go!
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By Lucy Searle •
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House renovation costs: how much does it cost to renovate a house?
Find out how to budget accurately for your house renovation and trim costs at the same time with our guide to estimating for key projects
By Liz Walker •
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15 window treatment ideas for period homes
Make a feature of your period windows with these beautiful and practical window treatment ideas, from blinds and shutters to curtains
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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How to maintain windows and doors in period homes
It’s essential to maintain original windows and doors, so follow this step-by-step advice to keep yours in good condition
By Roger Hunt •
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Christmas recipes: tempting Swedish cakes and pies
Looking for Christmas recipes with a difference? Celebrate the festive season Scandinavian style with these mouth-watering Swedish cakes and pies
By Karen Darlow •
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13 best Christmas gifts for star bakers
Whether they're a budding baker or culinary master, treat the bakers in your life to these handy Christmas gifts
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Christmas house: an Edwardian house transformed
Restoring a three bedroom Edwardian house, Helen and Martin Ephgrave repaired original features and transformed their home with a Shaker style and soft-colour palette
By Naomi Jones •
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Christmas house: a converted 19th century school gets a festive transformation
Reinventing old furniture has been an education as this old village school has been transformed into an extraordinary family home
By Heather Dixon •
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How to restore and maintain timber windows
As the eyes of a house and a key architectural feature, it’s important to maintain and repair original timber windows. Follow this expert advice to find out how
By Roger Hunt •
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11 Arts & Crafts design ideas
These Arts & Crafts design ideas are all about bring pattern, charm and a touch of nostalgia together in your home to create a charming interior style
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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12 Mid-century modern decor ideas
From iconic chairs and vibrant colours to futuristic wallpapers and sleek sideboards, be inspired by our top Mid-century design tips
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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How to choose windows for period homes
From sliding sashes to casement designs, windows are integral to the character of an older property. We look how to choose the best windows for a period home
By Melanie Griffiths •
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How to maintain and repair leaded windows
Original leaded light windows are historically important architectural features, so when they need attention it's essential to repair and care for them correctly
By Douglas Kent •
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How to install secondary glazing
Love your old windows but tired of the constant draught? Time to install some secondary glazing with our simple step by step guide
By Helaine Clare •
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How to repair and maintain metal window and door frames
Properly maintained, metal windows can last for centuries. When protective coatings are neglected, however, corrosion may occur. Here's how to repair your metal door and window frames
By Douglas Kent •
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The best homes magazine subscription deals 2018 – give the perfect gift this Christmas
Save up to 60% on a subscription to a leading homes magazine and treat yourself or a loved one today
By Real Homes •
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How to create a French country style paint effect
Transform a plain console table into an elegant piece with a beautiful French style paint effect in this simple step-by-step upcycling project from Helaine Clare
By Helaine Clare •
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Christmas house: a grade-II listed farmhouse filled with decorative delights
A traditional Cumbrian farm turns into a winter wonderland as Annabel Lewis fills it with decorative embellishments and beautiful bows
By Karen Darlow •
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Real home: a barn-style kitchen extension to an Edwardian home
Deborah and Mal Eustice added an unusual triple-gabled roof and French oak beams to their new extension to create a barn-style kitchen full of charm and character
By Andrea Childs •
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Christmas house: a historic Dutch farmhouse filled with festive cheer and vintage finds
Inspired by Scandi style, Harrie and Leny Eltnik's 17th-century home makes the perfect setting for a traditional Christmas celebration
By Monique van der Pauw •
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Real home: a country-style kitchen and bedroom extension to a Grade II-listed timber home
Blending a new kitchen and bedroom extension with an original ancient timber-frame building proved quite a challenge - a modern glass link turned out to be an eye-catching solution
By Karen Darlow •
