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7 flowering container plants that will provide privacy and screen your garden with beautiful blooms
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I asked 6 interior designers and stylists what paint finish is their go-to for walls and ceilings
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Michelle Keegan's nailing this year’s biggest sofa trend with her welcoming curved seating choice
Her understated style creates the most relaxing space
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Room Decor
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Are gallery walls still in style for 2025? 5 fresh new twists that are shaking up this decorating staple
Gallery walls are getting a new look
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The 3 bathroom colours going out of style in 2025 - plus, the stylish shades replacing them
Make room for some new colour schemes
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How to make a style statement in a small bathroom – ideas to give a tiny space an on-trend makeover
From savvy storage ideas to timeless tiling
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4 surprising areas in your home that decorating experts say you really shouldn't paint white
And which colours to choose for them instead
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12 panelling ideas to add character to living room walls, from modern new-builds to elegant townhouses
Elevate your sitting room’s walls instantly
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'Pattern drenching' is the latest must-try home decor trend for 2025 – pros reveal 5 foolproof rules
Master the maximalist look in no time
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This light and bright Scandi-style family kitchen is packed with smart storage and neat design features
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House Manual
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Experts reveal 'wall mopping' is the high-risk, high-reward method you need to know for cleaning painted walls
Have you tried it?
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to soundproof a room from noisy neighbours – 9 expert-approved ways to protect your peace at home
Keep your home undisturbed with these pro tips from soundproofing experts and interior designers
By Andrea Childs
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Renovation
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Do you need planning permission for a porch?
Make sure you check whether your porch needs planning consent before you start the installation
By Sarah Handley
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These are the 7 huge mistakes to avoid if you want to nail your kitchen extension on a budget, from dodgy DIY to no contingency fund
Use your budget wisely
By Sarah Handley
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Does a conservatory need building regulations approval? Not always, as these experts explain
Conservatories are exempt from building regulations provided these certain criteria are met
By Amy Reeves
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What are planning conditions? Experts share common examples and reveal the consequences of ignoring them
Ignoring planning conditions can void your planning consent, so make sure you understand what they mean and how to comply
By Sarah Handley
DIY
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How to soundproof a room from noisy neighbours – 9 expert-approved ways to protect your peace at home
Keep your home undisturbed with these pro tips from soundproofing experts and interior designers
By Andrea Childs
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I asked 6 interior designers and stylists what paint finish is their go-to for walls and ceilings – they all agreed these are the best
If you're making over your walls and ceilings with a new coat of paint, these are the finishes you should go for
By Sara Hesikova
Gardens
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Can you divide dahlia tubers in spring? Experts share their golden rules to get even more beautiful blooms this year but you need to act fast
Get this one right, and you'll be rewarded with plenty more dahlias come summer...
By Kayleigh Dray
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When to sow courgettes for your most productive summer crop yet
It all depends on where you start the seeds
By Sophie King
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Lidl garden range includes a genius hack to instantly make a patio look more expensive – and it's only £17
Is your patio decking looking a little tired? We suggest you head to your nearest Lidl right away
By Kezia Reynolds
News & Views
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The White Company is embracing Mamma Mia core with its new summer collection - these are the stunning pieces to watch
These sun-soaked styles are not ones to miss
By Kezia Reynolds
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Interior designer Abigail Ahern reveals a clever trick for making a small bedroom look bigger – it 'automatically makes the walls look really high'
If your bedroom is on the small side, you'll want this clever trick up your sleeve
By Amy Lockwood
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Experts reveal 'wall mopping' is the high-risk, high-reward method you need to know for cleaning painted walls
Have you tried it?
By Lauren Bradbury
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Lidl garden range includes a genius hack to instantly make a patio look more expensive – and it's only £17
Is your patio decking looking a little tired? We suggest you head to your nearest Lidl right away
By Kezia Reynolds