If you're renovating a house this year, our expert advice is exactly what you need. Our team has decades of real-life experience – between us, we've renovated countless flats, terraces, semis and detached houses, and there are extenders and even self-builders among us, too.
Make a start with our expert guide to house renovation, ensure you've pitched your budget at the right level with our article on house renovation costs, and don't miss our guide to renovating a Victorian home. And that's just scratching the surface...
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Bathroom renovations: 20 tips to help you remodel your space
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House renovation costs: how much does it cost to renovate a house?
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Loft conversion stairs: a complete guide to a successful design
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Real home: the renovation of this 100-year-old home was a labour of love
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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
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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
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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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Real home: this mid-century terrace was transformed with a bold touch
After years in military married quarters, Melanie Boyden couldn’t wait to inject pattern and colour into her first renovation project
By Ellen Finch •
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Real home: the townhouse makeover that's transformed this old family home
It’s the house she lived in as a teenager, but Danielle Lisle and husband Andy have put their own stamp on this Gateshead townhouse with the most stunning interiors
By Karen Wilson •
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Real home: explore an 18th-century converted coach house
Theresa and Joseph Mankelow have breathed new life into an 18th-century coach house, creating a colourful and classic country-style home and garden
By Janet McMeekin •
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Permitted development rights: a guide for homeowners
Extending or renovating your property within permitted development rights will remove the need to apply for Planning Permission. Here is what can be done
By Sine Fleet •
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Real home: this 18th-century farmhouse has been updated for modern family life
Idyllic childhood memories of days spent outdoors in the countryside brought Melissa Jolly back home to tackle a renovation project that would involve the whole family
By Karen Darlow •
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How much does a new kitchen cost in 2021? Plus 16 ways to make it cheaper
When it's time for a fresh look, you'll need to know new kitchen costs to help you budget. This is what to expect, plus 16 clever ways to make the whole process even cheaper
By Laura Crombie •
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Cowboy builders: 13 telltale signs so you can avoid them
A cowboy builder is easy to spot – and that's even before they've begun. Here's how to avoid one so you don't end up out of pocket with a poor or even unfinished job
By Lucy Searle •
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Real home: extended 18th-century farmhouse in Warwickshire
This historical house has grown and evolved over its 30 years as home to artist Annabel Playfair and her four children
By Charlotte Colville •
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Real home: explore this converted coach house with its stunning timber frame
Creating a harmonious home from a disjointed collection of small, dark rooms with no view of the garden, might sound like a challenge too far. Luckily, Barbara Brooks had a clear idea of how to make it work well
By Karen Darlow •
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Real home: a 17th-century, Grade II-listed manor farmhouse gets an inspiring makeover
Jeannie and Ross Aldridge were determined to find their perfect period house, but never dreamed it would turn out to be the one they’d been living in all along
By Caroline Foster •
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Real home: an old school is given a colourful renovation
Being bold with colour and pattern has given Nicola and Jonathan Ash’s former school house the personality injection it needed
By Karen Wilson •
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Energy saving ideas: 18 ways to make an old home more energy efficient
Looking for energy saving ideas? Cut down your energy bills with these simple solutions for old properties
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Driveway design: everything you need to know
These driveway design tips will help you create a driveway that's stylish and practical
By Lucy Searle •
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Real home: explore a restored 17th-century country cottage
Realising their dream of rural living, the Lovatts fell for a picturesque thatched cottage, transforming it into an idyllic family home brimming with relaxed country charm
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Real home: centuries old cottage full of vintage finds and timeless, rustic style
When January Grundy swapped a new-build house for a historic cottage she couldn't wait to maximise its character with antique finds and vintage curios
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How to restore wood furniture: clean, repair and refinish
If you're looking to restore old wooden furniture and allow the patina of the timber to shine out again, you'll need these step-by-step instructions from DIY expert Helaine Clare
By Helaine Clare •
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8 reasons why we love Victorian houses
Victorian houses have some of our favourite features, from stunning high ceilings to elegant, charming fireplaces. Here, we take a look at just some of the reasons we love them
By Holly Reaney •
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Real home: this en suite shower room is packed with style
Leo and Tamsin’s loft en suite is proof that clever design tricks and a pinch of imagination can transform a small bathroom
By Ellen Finch •
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Fitting a kitchen made easy: here's how to do it right
Fitting a kitchen yourself can save you money and give you more control over your design – here's what you need to know
By Laura Crombie •
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Tiling a kitchen splashback: how to DIY with these easy steps
Tiling a kitchen splashback isn't as tricky as you might think, just check out this guide
By Emily Shaw •
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Real home: this bathroom sanctuary is a grown-up space to relax in
Nikki Edwards sacrificed a bedroom to create the calm, spa-like bathroom of her dreams
By Ellen Finch •
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How to render walls: a beginner's guide to rendering
Refresh your home's exterior with a coat of render. Find out how to render walls (or how much it costs to get someone else to) in our easy to follow guide by DIY and renovation expert Michael Holmes
By Michael Holmes •
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Cladding and render: the ultimate guide to exterior finishes for your home
Transforming your home's exterior? New cladding, render or paint in the latest finishes will modernise it and add a practical weatherproofing guard
By Lucy Searle •
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How to restore architraves
Find out how to restore architraves and get those characterful corners of your home back in prime condition
By Sian Astley •
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How to add value to your home – in 20 ways
If you're thinking about how to add value to your home, and perhaps add more space too, then we have solutions, advice and ideas for both. They're all cheaper than moving, check out our guide...
By Melanie Clear •
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Victorian houses: get to know your period home's design
Victorian houses are a ubiquitous sight across UK towns and cities. Discover design influences, identify key architectural details, and solve maintenance issues with our expert guide
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