How to keep your house warm in winter – insulate against the cold and block those drafts
Brrrrr! It's getting chilly out there. But these tips will help!
DIY and decorating
Whether you’re planning a new project or thinking about the finer details of your interior design scheme, we have everything you need to create your dream look – including expert shopping and buying guides to complete your home.
We also have fun upcycling and craft projects, and all the care and cleaning advice you need, whatever the job you’re tackling.
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Image credit: Olly Gordon Credit: Olly Gordon How to zone out an open-plan space – dedicated different areas to separate tasks
Give each area a sense of purpose
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Image credit: David Giles Credit: David Giles How to bleed a radiator – our guide to a warmer home
Not feeling the benefit of your central heating system? Check your radiators are in good working order
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Image credit: Colin Poole Credit: Colin Poole How to unblock a toilet – the quickest and easiest way
Follow our step-by-step guide to unblocking a toilet
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Image credit: Bridget Peirson Credit: Bridget Peirson How to clean and maintain your chimney and heating stove in time for winter
Get your stove and chimney ready in time for winter
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Image credit: Lizzie Orme Credit: Lizzie Orme Vinyl flooring – everything you need to know about buying, fitting and cleaning
This fabulous choice of flooring is great for adding personality to a space
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Credit: Little Greene The best white paint – how to choose the right shade for your walls
Brilliant by name and nature, white paint is the strongest style statement of all. Here's what you need to know to choose the perfect shade of white paint
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Image credit: David Giles Credit: David Giles How to upcycle a vanity unit – to create a super-stylish piece of furniture
Give an old piece of furniture a new lease of life and fresh purpose with a clever revamp
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Image credit: Colin Poole Credit: Colin Poole Best radiator covers – the smartest cabinets for disguising your heating
Check these options for making your heating look hot
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Image credit: by-me.london – @by_me_katie Credit: by-me.london – @by_me_katie How to make a macrame plant hanger – to add greenery to your home
The 70s knot is hot once more, with macrame plant hangers all over Instagram.
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Image credit: Worcester Bosch Credit: Worcester Bosch How to fix or replace a boiler and look after it over the winter months
October is just around the corner, so make sure you and your family stay warm with these top tips
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Image credit: Alun Callender Credit: Alun Callender How to make bunting – a fun and playful way to brighten up your space
Turn scraps of fabric into a pretty decoration with our quick and easy craft idea for making bunting
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Ikea hacks – simple updates on bestselling pieces that anyone can do
Check out these simple Ikea hacks for upcycling budget-friendly furniture into unique, statement pieces
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Image credit: Colin Poole Credit: Colin Poole Claw back space with clever under the stair storage
Transform your hallway by turning the dead space below your staircase into extra storage space
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Image credit: Squires How to build a herb planter – to make easy work of watering your herbs
Herbs are really easy to grow from seed or buy as young plants, as most don’t need much attention
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Image credit: Dan Duchars Credit: Dan Duchars How to paint your front door – to create plenty of kerb appeal
Spruce up your entrance with a new colour on your front door
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Image credit: Simon Whitmore Credit: Simon Whitmore How to get your tech repaired – and decide whether it's worth fixing or replacing
From broken earphones to water-damaged iPhones, to laptop screens, here's the lowdown
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Image credit: Jake Curtis Credit: Jake Curtis How to wallpaper your stairs – to add colour to your hallway
Indulge your stairs in a colourful makeover – it’s simpler than you think
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Image credit: Tim Young Credit: Tim Young How to get rid of ants – the safe and simple way
Here's how to get rid of ants and keep them out of your kitchen and home for good
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Image credit: David Parmiter Credit: David Parmiter Adding a macerator toilet – everything you need to know
Squeeze an extra washroom into your extension, conversion or garden room for added versatility
