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Best organic mattress: 6 non-toxic picks for a clean night's sleep
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This kitchen gadget loved by the Selling Sunset cast in on major sale
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These stylish dorm room coffee makers are under $50
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How to clean hardwood floors
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Best outdoor projector 2020: 7 top buys for a backyard theater
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The best living room rug ideas for any space
Buying Guides
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Best mould spray 2020: 5 mildew and mould busting buys
Get rid of mildew and more with our pick of the best mould spray buys
By Annie Collyer •
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Best steam mop 2020: 9 steam cleaners and mops for banishing dirt
Find the best steam mop or steam cleaner for your home from big-named brands – such as Karcher and Shark – in our expert guide
By Jennifer Oksien •
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Best hair clippers 2020: 8 top easy to use buys for home use
See these best hair clippers to give yourself a hair cut from home. No need to wear a mask...
By Annie Collyer •
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Best beard trimmer 2020: 9 top buys for the perfect DIY trim
These are the very best beard trimmers to give yourself a tidy up from home. Facial hair be gone...
By Annie Collyer •
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Best vacuum for pet hair 2020: 7 top picks from Dyson, Shark and more...
If you've got pets, then you'll need the best vacuum for pet hair to tackle stray hair and dirt with ease...
By Kaitlin Madden •
Advice
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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 •
Completed Projects
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Real garden: enjoy this timeless cottage garden created on a budget
With a limited budget, but lots of hard work, Mary Cox has created the perfect cottage garden to complement her pretty thatched home
By Annette Warren •
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Real home: townhouse makeover transforms 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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Real homes: tour a Project Runway designer’s DIY-filled apartment and atelier
Veronica Sheaffer’s romantic Chicago apartment is full of vintage finds and handmade touches.
By Ann Loynd Burton •
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Real home: this extended 1970s home has the fun factor
Jo and James Glossop added on to the rear and created a forever home that works for family life and entertaining
By Karen Wilson •
Period Living
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Cottage gardens: create yours with our planning tips and picture perfect ideas
Wondering how to create a cottage garden? Follow our advice on planning this popular, traditional garden style, full of colourful flowers, including everything from the layout to best plants
By Leigh Clapp •
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Shaker kitchens: design tips and 12 ideas to create your classic kitchen
Shaker kitchens never date and look wonderful in both contemporary and traditional homes. Here is how to get your Shaker style kitchen right...
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Cottagecore is 2020's hottest new trend – try these 5 ways to get the look at home
So what exactly is cottagecore? We investigated and found 5 looks that fit this trendy new aesthetic...
By Hebe Hatton •
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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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Real garden: enjoy this timeless cottage garden created on a budget
With a limited budget, but lots of hard work, Mary Cox has created the perfect cottage garden to complement her pretty thatched home
By Annette Warren •
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23 traditional home office ideas
These traditional home office ideas are guaranteed to have something you'll want to copy if you're working from home and want to achieve a period-style decorating scheme
By Anna Cottrell •