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DIY Christmas decorations: 10 quick ideas for a homemade Christmas
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Subsidence: how to deal with structural movement
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How to open up a fireplace
Want to know how to open up a fireplace? If, like many renovators, you've been lucky enough to uncover an original fireplace in the process of working on your home, you'll need our tops tips to reopen it successfully
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How old is my house?: working out the age of your home
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13 Arts & Crafts ideas
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Real garden: a cottage summer garden
In this beautiful summer garden both flowers and edibles grow in an effervescent abundance of colour and form
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Real home: a former mill keeper’s house is given an elegant update
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Save the bees: how to help grow their numbers
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Real home: a tiny thatched cottage full of light and space
Fringed with a heavy thatch and with a walled garden full of country flowers, this peaceful cottage is the perfect place for Sam Pullen-Campbell and her family to spend their free time
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Tudor home guide: how to maintain a medieval or Tudor house
Medieval and Tudor homes are some of our oldest surviving houses, filled with fascinating details and exuding character. Conservation and heritage expert Lee Bilson explains what features to look for when renovating or maintaining
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How to paint metal railings: cleaning and repairing railings and gates
Old metal railings and other exterior metalwork needs regular care and attention to prevent decay, so spot the signs of wear and tear and know what action to take with this practical, step-by-step guide
By Helaine Clare •
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Real home: a 17th-century flint-and-brick granary barn is given a new lease of life
Battling storms and high water, Caroline Comber gave her draughty old granary barn by the sea a cosy update that enhances its original features and natural textures
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Real garden: a small, hilltop garden is brought to life
Having initially been attracted to this small garden because it was low maintenance, the owners soon found themselves planting in earnest and it is now overflowing with blooms
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Real home: a medieval French townhouse
Natalie Pède has preserved the rich history of this beautiful home which was unchanged for centuries, whilst filling it with her antique collections which complement the setting perfectly
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Real home: a pretty farm cottage sees an Arts & Crafts inspired restoration
Built from the ancient stones of a ruined abbey, this pretty farm cottage has been given a new lease of life
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Real home: be inspired by this idyllic 1950s Irish coastal cottage
After visiting Ireland on a painting holiday, Sue and Mark Gilkey decided to buy a traditional cottage there with an inspiring coastal setting
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Real home: converting two farm cottages into a country home
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Gardens to visit: 10 best British gardens
Looking for beautiful gardens to visit? Make the most of the summer weather and check out these most stunning of British gardens
By Holly Reaney •
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Real home: a Cotswold barn conversion with beautiful vintage-style interiors
Filled with French antiques and fleamarket finds, this converted barn in the heart of the Cotswolds is a vintage-lovers dream
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Real garden: a garden of rooms around a Victorian Villa
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Real homes: a period cottage is given a vintage, New England feel
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How to lighten oak beams
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How to strip paint from wood
Learn how to strip paint from wood – in this case, a door – in order to reveal the wood's natural beauty below with step-by-step instructions from DIY expert Helaine Clare
By Helaine Clare •
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Expert guide to plaster in old homes
Understanding and maintaining plaster in old homes is an important aspect of caring for a period property. Discover how to identify which type you have, how to go about repairing, and what it costs
By Roger Hunt •
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Real home: a stone-built Georgian cottage is transformed into the perfect family home
An idyllic country home on Edinburgh’s doorstep has been transformed to accommodate Kerry Bell and her family, and her craft workshops
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Plaster repair: how to fix cracks, bulges, loose plaster and damp
Plaster repairs are an occasional requirement if you own an old home. These old plastered walls bring so much character to a period home, but to keep them in good condition it’s essential to be on the look out for early signs of damage
By Roger Hunt •
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10 traditional Victorian puddings everyone has to try
Think you've got a sweet tooth? It's nothing compared to the Victorians, who introduced most of the puddings we consider to be British staples today – and we love them. Here are 10 traditional Victorian puddings to try
By Jacob Ingram •
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Botanical wallpapers: 22 fabulous floral, leaf and plant-inspired designs
Our pick of the most beautiful botanical wallpapers, from statement leafy prints to calming delicate trails, will bring the outside in...
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Chelsea Flower Show 2019 highlights the importance of sustainable gardening
Chelsea Flower Show 2019 promotes gardening for a sustainable future
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Floral wallpapers: 24 ideas to brighten your home
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