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Neighbours keep putting rubbish in your bin? Experts explain how to handle the situation

And what your legal rights are

By Katie Sims
What to do with a vegetable patch in October – 4 crucial tasks for healthier soil and better crops

Give your veggies a boost

By Sophie King
What to plant in October – add these flowers, fruit and vegetables for a productive garden in 2027

Before the window closes!

By Sophie King

6 compact trees that will attract birds to your garden

Experts say they’re ideal for small spaces

By Lisa Fazzani
These £10 solar lanterns made our garden look instantly more expensive – they're perfect for cosy autumn evenings

The flames look real!

By Sophie King
5 ways to support birds in October to help robins, finches and songbirds thrive, according to experts

During the cooler months, birds benefit from a little extra support

By Kezia Reynolds

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 simple way to add character while solving a storage conundrum

James Blunt’s bold striped bathroom proves you don’t need to play it safe with pattern – here’s how to get the look

The singer has reminded us of the importance of having fun with colour and pattern

By Kezia Reynolds
These Amazon Prime Day picks will help you organise your kitchen for less – 8 buys I would pick for a weekend declutter

From pan lid storage to Lazy Susans, these storage solutions target every part of your kitchen

By Holly Cockburn
I spent hours searching through Amazon’s Christmas decorations – these are my top 20 affordable picks

And with Prime Day, right now is the perfect time to shop

By Sara Hesikova

Why are my bedroom windows soaking wet every morning? Experts explain the reason

and why ignoring it could cause damage

By Jenny McFarlane
I tried three skirting board cleaning tools to see which would *actually* leave them dust-free

They didn't all get into the nooks and crannies

By Lauren Bradbury
Pro organisers say these are the 4 things to declutter in October to get ready for the colder months

Your future self will thank you

By Katie Sims

Paul Hollywood’s cat has divided the internet after getting on the kitchen counters – and he told us he hates the habit, too

Is your cat guilty too?

By Kezia Reynolds

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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
Worried your garage conversion will look like a bolt-on? 4 ways to make it feel seamless

Want to achieve a bigger kitchen by converting your garage? Follow these tips for project success

By Natasha Brinsmead

I’m already prepping my bedroom for next summer – and this is why I think you should too

2027 is set to be even hotter than this year

By Sarah Handley

'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