Latest articles by Natasha Brinsmead
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7 ways I'm trying to keep my 110-year old house warm
I don't want to rely on the central heating all day, so I'm embracing these old-school methods to stay toasty
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Don't let drains put a stop to your extension plans
Take note of the 6 things experts want you to know in order to ensure a smooth-running project
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8 ways to get driveway drainage spot on
Bad driveway drainage can totally ruin the look of a house - here's how to get it right without compromising on kerb appeal
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8 simple things I do to make my old house feel warmer once winter hits
Once the cold season arrives my Edwardian cottage can be a chilly place to spend time – here are the eight easy things I do keep it feeling cosy and warm
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These are the loft insulation dos and don’ts I swear by
I made the mistakes so you don't have to
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4 methods I use to keep my open plan layout warm in winter
These are the tricks I've found to work
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7 easy upgrades I’ve made at home to keep it warm this winter
They’ll help reduce our energy bills too!
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I regret not insulating these 4 areas when renovating our house — don’t make the same mistake I did!
I reveal the areas in our house we forgot to insulate that mean it is colder than it needs to be in winter
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I spent five years renovating my home, but now I'm going to extend again — this is how I'm planning to turn our three bed semi into a five-bed home for life
Rather than move house, my husband and I have decided to extend again
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We’ve been house-hunting for 4 years with no luck
So this is what we’re going to do to make our current home work better for our family
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I applied for log burner building regs myself — this is what all homeowners need to know
It's crucial you get it right
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6 lessons I learned when installing my own log burner
And why you should think twice before doing the same
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I really love our log burning stove – but I so wish I'd known these 5 things before installing it
Make sure you know exactly what to expect before splashing out
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Why basement waterproofing is 'now as much about climate resilience as it is about comfort,' and how to get it right
All the options, their pros and cons and how much to budget for the job
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How much does a basement conversion cost?
I asked the pros what you can expect to pay, and what factors will send the price soaring
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'Most issues we see in basements come down to poor or no ventilation,' reveal the experts — here's how to get it right
For your basement to be a fresh, mould-free environment, proper ventilation is key
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I asked the experts about which building regs apply for a basement conversion
'They're a requirement, not a suggestion'
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Found a crack in your wall wider than a 10 pence piece? It could be something serious, say the experts
We explain how to identify those that point to something serious
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This is how much you should expect to pay to knock down an interior wall
Plus, I asked the pros if it will add value to your home
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I’ve knocked down 8+ walls — doing it myself taught me these 5 lessons
Sometimes things don't always go to plan
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I’m a serial renovator and this is how I’d remove an internal wall safely and when I’d advise you call in the pros
Removing an internal wall is not a job to feel daunted by – this guide features everything you need to get the task done risk-free
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8 common roofing mistakes I see homeowners make
This is how I'd avoid them as a serial renovator
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7 driveway mistakes that experts say could totally ruin the kerb appeal of your home
Here's what you should do instead
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How to replace the roof on a terraced house
Experts explain how to navigate the potential issues
