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6 pet-friendly houseplants – they're beautiful *and* safe for cats and dogs

Grow a harmless indoor garden

By Sophie King
5 plants to plant in October to help robins, finches, redwings and blackbirds survive winter, according to wildlife experts

Provide an easy source of food for birds when conditions are tough

By Kezia Reynolds
Monty Don proves it's not too late to grow your own in October

Here are the vegetables you can still plant now

By Kayleigh Dray

This low-maintenance Christmas houseplant needs no water, soil or pot to flower

Waxed bulbs are key

By Sophie King
Wildlife experts say this clever gadget will stop your bird bath from freezing over this winter – it’s a fuss-free way to support birds in cold weather

Are heated bird baths worth it? Experts say yes...

By Kezia Reynolds
What to do with hydrangeas in October to set your plants up for winter

And give next year's blooms a head start

By Lisa Fazzani

Primark has just dropped a new quiet luxury homeware collection – 6 under £30 buys to make your home look more expensive

The subtle design features will instantly upgrade your space
I’ve tracked down the top places to buy the best garden furniture so that you don’t have to

These are my go-to brands and retailers to shop outdoor furniture
Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested

The best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more

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It's a surefire way to get more out of your seasonal decor

The 3 layer lighting rule is the answer to achieving a practical and inviting kitchen

This simple technique creates a lighting scheme with depth and dimension

By Holly Cockburn
Are colourful Christmas trees ever a good idea? These are the 3 ways experts recommend using non-green trees in your home

I asked the experts and this is how they all agreed non-green trees should best be used

By Sara Hesikova
This chrome rechargeable table lamp looks so good, you’d never believe it was from Morrisons – I can’t believe it’s only £8

Trust me, I've seen this chic lamp IRL

By Kezia Reynolds

What is the ideal central heating schedule? This is how I plan on determining mine

This is how I'm planning on setting my heating to turn on and off for maximum benefits

By Natasha Brinsmead
How to clean a robot vacuum cleaner to keep it in tip-top shape – the tasks you need to do every week and every month

This 5-minute cleaning routine you need to know

By Lauren Bradbury
I tried VAX’s new sub-£200 cordless vacuum in my small flat – and it cleans better than you’d expect at this bargain price

It's lightweight, accessible, and surprisingly robust for under £200

By Caroline Preece

5 secret dust magnets in a bedroom you're forgetting to clean

These often overlooked areas can collect more dust than you realise

By Rebecca Lawton

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Octopus launches £500 air con add-on for its heat pumps — but is it really that affordable?

It might seem more affordable than fitting air con, but there's one main caveat to bear in mind

By Sarah Handley
Can't decide whether a resin or gravel driveway will suit your home and needs best?

Both have their pros and cons, but these are the 5 factors you should compare them on

By Natasha Brinsmead
5 clever ways to bring natural light into a garage conversion without ruining privacy

There's no need to be left feeling on show with these clever methods of introducing light into a garage conversion

By Natasha Brinsmead

I’d love a roof lantern in my new extension, but is it a mistake for temperature regulation?

This is what the experts told me I should do

By Natasha Brinsmead

'The restoration of the cottage has been well worth the journey'

A sensitive renovation and neutral colour palette have accentuated the character of this pretty Cotswold cottage
A dated Georgian cottage gets a modern-country update

Cream tones and rustic pieces keep it sumptuous but simple
A dreamy pastel coloured seaside home on the Dorset coast

A bold move to the Dorset coast saw this family completely transform their dated 1980s house into their ideal home

This tiny Cotswold cottage makes the most of every inch with a tailored, high-end look

‘I could see the cottage’s potential, and I knew I could make the layout work'

I painted our lime-plastered walls myself — 5 simple things to ensure a good result

From prepping correctly to using the right tools, patience is also key if you plan on painting lime plaster like I did

By Amy Reeves
I used a paint stripper to restore my dated and mouldy windows — 5 lessons I learned

You need to do these simple things to ensure a good result

By Amy Reeves