What is the best way to lighten beams? Easy ways to reveal the natural beauty of wooden beams
Learn how to tackle dark beams for brighter interiors that celebrate the beauty of wood
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Garden pod ideas for outdoor home offices and social hubs for all weather
The garden pod is here in all its curvaceous glory. Forget your ship lap she-shed.
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Small utility room ideas to organise compact laundry rooms and tiny kitchen areas
Don't let a compact space minimise big dreams of having the perfect utility room
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Retro wallpapers - our pick of the best
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Take a look around this lovely Leicestershire semi
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Great British Bake Off kitchen schemes for care-free baking
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Studio flat ideas for smart and organised living
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Shabby chic kitchen ideas that are packed with character
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Be inspired by this colourful modern bathroom
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Space saving laundry solutions for small houses
Laundry is a big job for a small home, but with the right planning it can be a breeze. Read our handy guide
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Amazing designs every Penguin Books fan will love
So iconic is the Penguin Books brand that its designs have found their way on to a selection of homewares. We've picked some of our favourites
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Be inspired by this 1920s detached property in Buckinghamshire
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20 things estate agents say and what they really mean
New to househunting? We feel your pain. Learn to read the truth behind estate-agent speak and it will save you a whole heap of time and energy. Here's our handy glossary - early viewing is essential
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Go west: remote Irish hideaway with island and forest on for sale for £2.3m
Fancy getting away from it all? You won't get much more remote than this stunning 25-acre ocean-front estate in County Kerry
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Under pressure: manic house movers chuck out items worth hundreds of pounds because they run out of time
The nation's home movers are throwing away millions by not selling unwanted furniture and appliances when moving home
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Rise of the she-shed: women stake their claim on the humble garden outbuilding once the preserve of men
The traditional man-cave is being replaced by the she-shed as women seek a room of their own in the back garden
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Save £100 a year on food bills with these top tips for making your fruit and veg last longer
Boost the shelf life of your perishables by finding the perfect storage partner for your apples and discovering which veg to keep your spuds well away from
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New Ikea ad celebrates those little magic moments in life
The latest instalment of Swedish retailer Ikea's Wonderful Everyday campaign, combines fantasy and reality to honour the ordinary
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Yellow and green decorating ideas
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Be inspired by this replanned 1890s property
