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Joanna Gaines is bringing back this retro design feature
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These 5 decorating trends will make your home look dated in 2021—here's what to do instead
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Bathroom remodel costs: Average spend, how to budget, and ways to save
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10 basement bar ideas to make you want to create your own speakeasy
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How to clean a coffee maker
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10 living room TV ideas to cleverly disguise your tech
Buying Guides
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Best waterproof mattress protector 2021: 10 top waterproof mattress covers to protect your bed from spills, accidents, and more
Compare the best waterproof mattress protector – from cribs to California king– in our expert guide
By Jaclyn Turner •
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Best robot vacuum: 5 of the best robot vacuum cleaners for all homes and budgets
If it's time to consider getting the best robot vacuum cleaner to help with sweeping through the home then our expert guide can help
By Jennifer Oksien •
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Best patio cleaner 2021: the 7 top buys for a spotless patio
The best patio cleaners will do the hard graft of ridding your patio of algae, while you sit back and relax in the garden
By Annie Collyer •
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Best Miele vacuum 2021: 5 top bagged, robot and cordless vacuum cleaners
If you want the best in class clean, you might have your eye on a Miele vacuum. See our roundup of the best models for every need, from their RX2 robot vacuum, to their latest cordless model and some old favourites that do an expert job
By Jennifer Oksien •
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Best exercise bikes and spin bikes: 8 top buys for your home
Check out the Real Homes guide on the best exercise bikes –and the best spin bikes – to buy for home use in 2021. From Apex to Echelon, Opti and ProForm...
By Annie Collyer •
Advice
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How to finish a basement on a budget
Find extra space for your family without breaking the bank by finishing your basement on the cheap
By Carol J. Alexander •
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How to clean upholstery – 3 steps to care for chairs and more furniture fabrics yourself
Cleaning upholstery in the home is easily done. Tend to fabric sofas, velvet chairs, cushions and more yourself with our simple and specialist guide
By Lucy Searle •
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How to clean a couch – sanitize fabric sofas properly to lift stains, smells and more
Cleaning a couch properly: How to sanitize your sofa quickly and efficiently. Tackle stains on a fabric couch with vinegar, water and more for the best results
By Sarah Warwick •
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How to clean a mirror for streak-free results using vinegar, water and more
Want to know how to clean a mirror properly? Make yours sparkle using vinegar, water and more with our expert advice
By Lesley Hannaford Hill •
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Basement remodeling costs: How much it costs to remodel a basement, plus how to budget and money-saving tips
Builders share professional guidance for planning your basement remodeling costs.
By Carol J. Alexander •
Completed Projects
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This self-proclaimed 'party house' is a maximalist lovers dream
Emma and James Pais’ colorful décor has turned their Glasgow home into the ‘party house’ of their street
By Karen Wilson •
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Before & after: A stunning country cottage makeover with a budget-friendly secret
Budget-smart Alexandra and Toby Hull used stylish finds that others had thrown out to furnish their spacious renovated house
By Maxine Brady •
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This converted old schoolhouse scores top marks for boho style
Kate and Mike’s schoolhouse renovation took a lot of planning – but the unique open-plan home they’ve created is worth all the effort
By Ellen Finch •
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Before and after: Tour a budget kitchen makeover with serious wow factor
We're obsessed with Instagrammer Pati Robins's budget kitchen makeover – here's her savvy tips and tricks
By Amelia Smith •
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Before and after: This once-dated bathroom is now a luxe space for the whole family
Interior designer Anna Rickard's bathroom makeover transformed her dated space into a contemporary sanctuary that's full of surprises
By Amelia Smith •
Period Living
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Roll top bath ideas
A stunning roll top bath adds drama to a traditional bathroom. Here are ways to get the biggest impact from a statement tub
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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The best chestnut stuffing recipe for Christmas dinner
The perfect accompaniment to the Christmas roast, traditional chestnut stuffing brings out all the flavours on your plate – plus there's a tasty veggie option too
By Karen Darlow •
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FREE Sophie Allport apron, teatowel and recipe book when you subscribe to Period Living
Save 45% on a subscription to Britain's best-selling period homes magazine and get a free Sophie Allport apron, worth £21, teatowel, worth £9, and recipe book, worth £9.99
By Period Living •
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Have you got the new issue of Period Living?
Packed with beautiful homes, decorating inspiration, expert advice and more, the January issue is now on sale. Here's a sneak peek...
By Period Living •
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Best real Christmas trees – a guide to choosing the finest fir
Looking for the best real Christmas tree this year? Here are our top tips for making the best choice...
By Mick Lavelle •
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How to lime wood: everything you need to get that white wash effect
Want to know how to lime wood? Helaine Clare's simple, step-by-step instructions will help transform old wood furniture and exposed timber surfaces
By Helaine Clare •
