Top Stories
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How to propagate a fiddle leaf fig – 3 easy steps to grow more of these striking, on-trend houseplants for free
Multiply your collection of this favourite houseplant
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Stacey Solomon has shared her 5 nifty wardrobe storage hacks to make getting ready in the morning easier
These five wardrobe storage hacks are a gamechanger
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Professional organiser reveals the room in your house you should always declutter first for a successful clear-out
Your kitchen is the best place to start for a big declutter
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Ninja has a brand new portable air fryer — it's wildly different from anything we've ever seen before
Seeing is believing with Ninja's portable glass air fryer
Room Decor
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I’ve been seeing sofa skirts all over my Instagram feed –is it a sofa trend worth investing in?
Experts reveal the pros and cons of the latest sofa trend
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The 9 most important styles and looks of 2025 to decorate your bedroom with
How to decorate your bedroom in a stylish, contemporary way this year
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Fireplace ideas – 43 ways to turn your mantel and hearth into a showstopping feature
From fresh paint to the right styling, these are the best ways to give your fireplace a new lease of life
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Bathroom trends for 2025 – the 11 best styles, colours and surfaces to watch for the year ahead
Everything from colours, materials and finishes that's hot this year
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How to decorate with Dulux Overtly Olive – 7 easy tricks for using the ultimate versatile earthy green
Expert-approved tips for incorporating this timeless colour into your scheme
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Living room lighting ideas – 33 easy ways to use lights and lamps to add style and create a cosy mood
These are the best ways to give your lounge a stylish look and a cosy feel
What To Buy
Ideal Homes
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Saturated colours and a daring renovation have transformed this 200-year-old cottage
The new look makes the whole house feel bigger
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This kitchen has been turned from dark and dated to romantic and cosy with a clever colour scheme and design tricks
Wall cabinets and dark worktops were holding this space back from its full potential
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With this thatched cottage 'all practical thinking went out the window, and my heart won!’'
An all-white French farmhouse scheme enhances the beautiful original features of this home
House Manual
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How to draught-proof a front door — expert-approved tips to shut out the cold and prevent internal heat from escaping
Experts reveal how to identify the problem areas and what you’ll need to seal your home from the elements
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Are plinth heaters as good as radiators? Heating experts suggest it may be time to rethink how you heat your home
Plinth heaters are ideal for kitchens and utility rooms, but they come with their downsides
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Renovation
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Is your garden room breaking the law without you realising it? Experts explain how to tell and what to do if it is
Your garden room might give you an ideal bit of extra space, but is it falling foul of rules and regulations?
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Extension ideas for small houses — 11 clever ways to increase space in a compact home
These extension ideas can have a big impact on a small home, and make it more suitable for modern life
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14 glass extension ideas to make your home feel brighter and more spacious
If your vision for a light, bright, sun-filled home is falling short, a glass extension could be the answer
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Extension ideas for semi-detached houses — 10 clever options to consider
There are more options for extending a semi-detached property than you might think, as these ideas show
DIY
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How long does it take to tile a bathroom? Why tiling experts recommend giving yourself a week to complete this task
As a general rule of thumb, this is how long you should be leaving to get the job done properly
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How to fix a noisy washing machine yourself — 7 expert ways to get it to work quieter again
If your washing machine is creating more noise than you would like, learn how to fix it with our expert tips
Gardens
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How to remove ivy from a house - experts explain how to banish the plant for good
A step-by-step guide to eradicating this self-clinging species
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Gardeners could be slapped with a hefty fine for this tree planting mistake
Planning on planting a new tree in your garden? Read this first...
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Sarah Raven's new dahlia collection with Cath Kidston guarantees a designer-worthy cut flower garden, even for beginners
Choose from five beautiful collections
News & Views
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M&S have given their sell-out light-up candles a romantic update in time for Valentine’s Day - but you’ll have to be quick as they’re already a bestseller
Love is in the air - and it smells good
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Sarah Raven's new dahlia collection with Cath Kidston guarantees a designer-worthy cut flower garden, even for beginners
Choose from five beautiful collections
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Tiffany lamps have had a huge comeback for 2025 - how to style this nostalgic lighting trend
Tiffany lamps you will always be famous...
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