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Double vs triple glazing — are you making a huge mistake fitting one over the other?
We explain their differences, pros and cons to help you decide
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These 3 kitchen colours are officially out of style in 2025 - here are the shades replacing them
Make sure you're in the know with these three shades to switch out
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7 IKEA BILLY bookcase hacks that are so clever you'd never believe they were once a flatpack
Elevate IKEA's iconic BILLY bookcase beyond recognition
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Sarah Raven reveals two golden rules for dahlia success — plus her snail and slug-busting tips
Find out how she ensures her dahlias thrive every year
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Room Decor
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Sofas are getting a micro update for 2025 – what you need to know about the sofa piping trend
The latest statement-making living room trend that proves individualistic interiors are in
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6 things I always see in the most stylish boho-inspired living rooms, as an interior stylist
Discover the key ingredients to achieving a free-spirited, eclectic living space
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Living room colour schemes – 26 on-trend shades and timeless colour combos to bring your lounge to life
Whether you’re after the hottest colours, timeless palettes or stylish tone pairings
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What is Wabi-sabi? The minimal kitchen trend designed to give you peace of mind in 2025
This simplistic approach to kitchen design is the key to a mindful cooking space
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5 colours that go with brown – colour combos experts use to make this shade look incredible in any room
How to make this trending shade really shine
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Small hallway ideas – 38 ways to make your tiny entryway look both stylish and bigger than it really is
How to turn your little hall into an elevated space that looks larger than it is
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Budget decorating ideas – 32 ways to give your home a fresh new look without breaking the bank
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Renovation
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Types of windows explained by glazing experts — a jargon-free guide to your design options
We lay out the options for different types of windows to help you choose the best solution for your home
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What size extension can I build without planning permission? The rules you need to know
If you stick to the stringent criteria of Permitted Development, you can build an extension without planning permission
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Replacing a front door — how to choose the right option to maximise your home’s kerb appeal
If you need to replace your front door, this guide will help you choose the option that best suits your home and your budget
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How to choose patio doors — maximise your garden view and add the wow factor to your home with these expert tips
Expert tips on how to choose patio doors
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DIY
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Is painting your floors ever a good idea? It can be, but only as long as you follow these expert recommendations
Flooring experts share their top tips for painting your floors
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How to fix creaking floorboards under carpet — banish that pesky squeaking without damaging your flooring
Expert advice on how to fix creaking and squeaking floorboards when they're hidden under carpet
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Gardens
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What trees to plant in February — 5 of the best fruit and ornamental varieties you should be planting now
It's the perfect time to plant bare-root trees
By Sophie King
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Best lawn mowers in 2025 – these tried and tested models guarantee a perfectly manicured garden
A team of garden experts put nine to the test
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The 5 easiest herbs to grow at home, according to gardening experts — so you can stop wasting money at the supermarket
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News & Views
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Is this the most beautiful air purifier you can buy? Aesthetic air purifiers are the latest trend I’m obsessed with — and there’s a reason this one keeps selling out
The Briiv Air Filter regularly sells out, but more and more aesthetic (and more affordable) air purifiers are coming out of the woodwork
By Lauren Bradbury
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Professional organiser reveals the one place we’re forgetting to declutter - and it will make all the difference to how spacious your home feels
You've probably not decluttered this space in a long time
By Kezia Reynolds
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Gozney has unveiled a brand new portable pizza oven — one which actually cools down fast enough to take out and about
With the Tread, Gozney says you can create a 'pop-up kitchen' anywhere
By Molly Cleary
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