Amy Reeves
Amy is an experienced interiors and renovation journalist. She was Assistant Editor of Ideal Home's sister brand Homebuilding & Renovating for five years, before becoming an editor for Independent Advisor, where she managed more home content. As well as interviewing countless renovators and extenders about their home improvement experiences throughout her career, Amy is also an experienced renovator herself. With her partner, she has renovated a mid-century property on a DIY basis, and is now taking on an 1800s cottage in Somerset, which she is hoping to give an energy-efficient overhaul.
Latest articles by Amy Reeves
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I gave my tired cloakroom a DIY makeoverHere’s how I transformed the space in 3 days and for just £150
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Why I had to pay three times as much as I wanted to replace the windows in my homeBut it turns out it was the right decision
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This Daewoo oil-filled heater kicks out heat for hours after it’s been turned offIt'd be ideal for someone working from home
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Why I have to wait to install solar panelsI was on my way to a renewable home until I was tripped up by two professional opinions
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I've designed and built two kitchens – here are the 7 things I would urge everyone to think about before startingThese are some hard lessons learned that will take your kitchen design from uninspired to bespoke
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I was seriously impressed with this Dreo electric heaterI think it’s the best value for money on the market right now
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The simplicity of this £15 electric heater won’t be for everyoneBut if you want something fuss-free for a small room, it’ll get the job done
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A pivot door could be a stylish addition to your home and elevate its kerb appealThis is what you should know if you are considering one
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What is solar control glass? This is what the experts sayCould it be key to preventing your home overheating in summer?
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We're making our 300 year old cottage warmer with insulated limeExperts suggest it will save us at least £200 in energy loss per year
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A heat pump won’t work at my house, but these are the alternatives I’m consideringThere's a promising sustainable option that I'm very interested in
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I have zero systems in place for storing Christmas decorations, so I asked professional organisers how to best pack them away for next yearHelp me find my way to festive storage with the help of experts
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How I saved money by reorganising my fridge – I’ve already noticed a huge saving on my energy bills and weekly shopSorting out my fridge freezer has immediately saved me money and energy
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5 cleaning and DIY jobs I always do when putting away my Christmas decorations to make the transition into the new year easierI like to set myself up for a calm January, knowing these tasks are done
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It took just £14 and 5 minutes to completely eliminate draughts around my front doorIt was so easy and the results were instant
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My old house was riddled with draughts and condensation until I made this one significant changeIt wasn’t cheap but it’s been transformative
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This £8 secondary glazing film has worked wonders on the sash windows in my old cottageAs a result, my home is warmer for longer, and I don’t have to wipe away condensation as much
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If these 3 products can eliminate draughts in my 1700s cottage, they’ll work in any homeBetter still, you can get each for under £20
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I've ditched throw pillows on my bed and embraced this simple, but stylish approach that has helped me sleep betterWho was I kidding? Throw pillows are for organised people…
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How I transformed my front porch for under £150 - 3 smart choices I made to give it a fresh and practical makeoverHow I stretched materials and ideas to remodel our porch area
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I fitted my own kitchen... twice – here's why I doubt I'll do it againIn my experience DIY is not always worth the bragging rights and faff
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I had open shelving in my last kitchen – here's why I refused to include them in my new oneThey look great, but are they the best kitchen design choice?
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I took a risk and painted my bathroom dark red – a year on, this is everything I wish I'd done differentlyDo I regret it? No.
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Is a garage conversion worth it?Experts say it could boost your home’s value (but you’ll need to consider these 3 key things)
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