Features Archive | October 2025

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October 31st
- Sorry, beige! This popular, grounding shade has taken over as the 'new neutral' for autumn and winter
- The cosy kitchen table trend is how I'm adding more charm to the heart of my home this winter – 5 ways to get the look
- I tried the SourHouse DoughBed, a gadget designed to proof your bread right every single time – I was skeptical, but it really works
- Ask Lucy: I've answered your cleaning conundrums to ensure your home always sparkles
- Made to be seen
- 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
October 30th
- I’m a garden editor, and I swear by Monty Don’s tip for overwintering tropical plants – with one exception
- No, window vacuums aren’t just for windows! All the genius ways you can use this versatile cleaning tool around the house
- Open plan kitchens aren't always the best layout – these 5 design tips will make an open space feel more defined
- I've ditched throw pillows on my bed and embraced this simple, but stylish approach that has helped me sleep better
- My transitional autumn/winter wish list – little comforts, seasonal styling, and clever finds to bring cosiness into your home
October 29th
- How I added a DIY autumn mural to my stairs – all it took was a few sample pots of paint to give them a unique seasonal update on a budget
October 28th
- Win £1,000 to spend at Oak Furnitureland this autumn
- Long-lasting quality meets everyday ease – the appliances built to keep pace with modern life
- This is how to determine what size log burner you need, according to the pros, and what can happen if you get it wrong
- ‘They’re silent absorbers of moisture’ – the 4 things you need to declutter to prevent damp in your home, according to the pros
- At least 70% of my home is second-hand – these are 5 reasons I'd always shop pre-loved over buying something brand new
October 27th
- Nancy Birtwhistle’s hack to get rid of water marks on walls is absolutely genius – it’s need-to-know information if you have a leak or damp patches
- How to choose the best coffee table for your small living room – experts reveal the 5 best styles for a tiny lounge
- 3 places you should never install underfloor heating according to experts — plus the areas where you should be cautious before fitting it
- A peek into my colourful mind, and how to find decorating inspiration anywhere
- How to rebuild the internet as your personal feed of intentional inspiration for Everything – Part One
- I love my modular sofa – but these are the 5 things I wish I knew before I bought it
October 26th
- 3 colours that will brighten up your kitchen this winter – and the accessories I'd use to introduce them without picking up a paint brush
- What does underfloor heating run off? These are the heat source options that work, and the one that experts agree is the best
- I've been buying the wrong size table lamps for years – this is the golden rule lighting experts follow to create a warm and flattering glow
- Sorry bedside lamps, there's a new lighting trend in town – experts say it instantly 'makes the bedroom feel less cluttered'
October 25th
- 3 design tricks for making your kitchen look bigger and brighter in the winter months – as recommended by kitchen experts
- This seaside semi has been completely transformed from a tired three-bed into a stunning contemporary family home
October 24th
- This is how I make my kitchen worktops work harder – 3 simple tricks that will get rid of any dead space
- The Christmas bow trend is bigger this year than ever before – but these are the 6 new and fresh ways I'd style it this year
- How to choose the best cookware – what to buy and where you should buy it from
- The modern luxe trend is guaranteed to turn your bedroom into a cosy sanctuary this winter – it's 'the perfect blend of warmth and refinement’
- Ignoring log burner ventilation requirements is a huge mistake – experts explain why it’s crucial to get it right, and the consequences if you don't
October 23rd
- The one autumn garden job I never forget to do before Bonfire Night as a gardens editor – it could save hedgehogs' lives
- This is the one step I always see renters forget when it comes to making their house feel like home – and it's easier than you'd expect
- I swapped my electric kettle for a stove-top version – here's why I won't be going back to the limescale and cables
October 22nd
- I'm a gardening editor, and mulching is the easiest way to prep your garden for winter - but don't make the mistakes I made
- Wall-hung dish racks are the secret to keeping your kitchen clutter-free – I'd never buy a regular dish rack again
- This Georgian townhouse was brought back to life with a stylish renovation and mid-century pieces
- I think of myself as anti-trend but the 'look-through' decorating trick I keep seeing on Instagram really works
October 21st
- 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
- Hindsight Renovators: What we’d change about our DIY projects to date (and what we’d do all over again)
- These are the 5 things I wish someone had told me before buying an electric heater – it would have saved me a lot of chilly nights
October 20th
- Home Truths: Louise Minchin on her favourite homeware store, pet peeves and bad habit she'd like to quit
- Wet vs electric underfloor heating — are you making a huge mistake fitting one over the other? This is what the heating pros say
- Pink is my favourite colour to decorate my home with, and this is why I believe it deserves a place on your walls too
- 'It really does make sense' – the timeless interior rule experts always recommend for styling a rug and sofa in a living room
October 19th
- Kitchen wall lights are the missing piece to a stylish space – and now, you don’t even need to call in an electrician
- 3 of the best places to position lights in a galley kitchen – turn a dark, narrow kitchen into a warm, well-lit hub
- 5 Budget Halloween decorating tricks experts recommend that deliver high impact with minimal effort for under £20
October 18th
- I’ve navigated log burner building regulations myself — this is what all homeowners need to make sure they know to obtain the necessary consent
- This former stables has been given a colourful upgrade
- This hotel-inspired bedroom lighting trend is 'having a real moment' according to lighting experts and interior designers
October 17th
- An 'eat-in' area is the cosy kitchen feature I can't get enough of - it's perfect for creating a sociable small kitchen
- I asked professional chefs how to convert oven to air fryer cooking times – here's how the two-thirds rule can help
- Pumpkins, pine cones and plaid – why I’m passionate about decorating my home for autumn, and you should be too
- Home Truths: Penny Lancaster shares the homeware shop she loves and her all-time favourite chore
- 3 reasons I regret not putting underfloor heating in my home office – it’s definitely moving up my priority list
October 16th
- Ideal Home curates: Nestle In With Homeware At Next
- If your carpets feel cold and damp when you walk over them, one of these 5 serious problems could be the culprit
- I swear by these 4 ways to prepare your lawn for winter to stop it from turning into a boggy mess as a gardening editor
- Feast, play, connect
- These Christmas trends will be everywhere in December – the best festive looks and star buys from the high street collections
- Unpopular Opinion: A child’s room should reflect who they are – not your Pinterest board
October 15th
- It's officially roast season – these handy Joseph Joseph will make cooking a Sunday roast fuss-free
- This once dark, cramped Cornish cottage got a bright and airy update
- Is colour drenching really a radical new way to decorate, or is it just lazy decorating?
- My freestanding bath looked amazing, but I’ve gone back to a built-in – this is why I'd never go back
October 14th
- 'None of my furniture would fit up the narrow stairs'
- I thought it would be a bad idea to put a log burner in a conservatory, but heating experts say it could be key to a cosy garden room in winter
- I've always struggled to make my bed look 'artfully styled' – until I discovered these 6 tips professional bedding stylists use
- This clever storage trick hides your robot vacuum without compromising its cleaning ability – I’m seeing them everywhere online
- How to break up with fast interiors and save yourself time, energy and money – our planet will thank you for it
- How to make an uncomfortable sofa comfier – experts share their quick fixes to make your seating feel better without spending too much
October 13th
- I’m in my electric mop era – and all my guests say my floors are cleaner than they’ve ever seen them
- I'm a gardens editor, and these are the best trees to plant for autumn colour in a blaze of dazzling shades
- These 7 design tricks will make a small kitchen extension feel bigger – but experts warn there are some you should definitely avoid
- 'It makes the room feel more dynamic and considered’ – this sofa positioning tip always comes up when I speak to interior experts
- These are the home decor elements I'd never scrimp on, plus the ones that truly aren't worth splashing the cash
- This kitchen became a clean-lined, clutter-free space full of hidden storage
October 12th
- This one simple design trick will maximise natural light in a bathroom – it's interior designer-approved
- This kitchen is the epitome of joy with a mix of uplifting colours and patterns
- 4 things I wish had been done differently in my kitchen extension — and how I’ve managed to make them work
- Upbeat decor has transformed this Tudor farmhouse
October 11th
- This is my big kitchen lighting ick, and interior designers agree it's an impractical choice – what you should buy instead
- Look closely at this kitchen extension – the owner's obsession with getting the small details right has paid off in a big way
October 10th
- I've scoured the shops for the best bathroom lighting so you don't have to – this is where to buy trend-led styles and practical picks
- The 3-5-7 styling trick designers use to make their shelves and coffee tables look so good – it's a simple way to create balance and interest
- 5 colours to make your home feel cosy for autumn – ‘they instantly bring a snug, cocooning feeling into a room’
- Organisation, clarity, and focus will make shopping for your home easier, smarter, and less stressful – this is how I avoid overwhelm
- These 5 underfloor heating mistakes will make your system cost more to run and less efficient — no wonder experts say they should be avoided
October 9th
- I’ve just discovered a ‘secret’ appliance hack to keep a home clean and condensation-free this autumn
- Design experts all agree, these are the three kitchen colours that have no place in 2026 – the shades we're leaving behind
- When I'm looking for a new fruit tree, these are the 5 stockists I check first as a Gardens Editor
- Not all storage needs to be built-in – the nifty ways I store stuff in my rental home that won't offend the landlord
- I’ve found the bedding essential that keeps me cosy in winter and cool in summer
October 8th
- I'm a gardens editor and these are the hardwood cuttings you should be taking in October for free bushes, trees and shrubs next year
- I tried the Shark spot cleaner you’ve seen all over social media – this is why I think it’s well worth the hype
- Design shouldn't be matchy-matchy, and my home is anything but – how I create a cohesive home (even while mixing all the styles)
October 7th
- How to tell if underfloor heating is a good idea in your home – experts explain the real pros and cons all homeowners should know
- This Somerset cottage is full of pattern, personality and quirky charm
- The Thrill and the Regret: How we shop vintage for our home and the rules we follow when deciding what makes the cut
- ‘It’s a beautiful syrupy, earthy colour’ – Farrow & Ball’s new Marmelo paint shade is the ultimate cosy colour, and this is how to use it in your home
October 6th
- Home Truths: Gareth Malone on his favourite candles and his homeware addiction
- 6 floorcoverings that work really well with underfloor heating – and the ones that should be avoided at all costs
- I’ve spent hours researching kitchen door knobs – here’s everything I know about this easy and affordable way to update your kitchen
October 5th
- Kitchen lamps are the underrated buy designed for dark autumn evenings – these are the 5 best places to shop for them
- 6 lessons I learned when installing my own log burner — and why you should think twice before doing the same
October 4th
- I can’t stop thinking about this bobbin lamp from Very – it looks designer for a fraction of the price
- This tiny detail will make your kitchen look expertly designed – it's turning function into a thoughtful style
- 'It’s warm and feminine, without being girly' – author, model and activist, Charli Howard takes us on a tour of her compact and colourful home
- I made a big mistake when I bought my first electric blanket – this is how to avoid wasting money like I did
October 3rd
- Tortoiseshell is the autumnal trend I can't get enough of – and I found the perfect home for it in my kitchen
- Will Japandi rule your living room in 2026? Interior experts weigh in
- My 'secret sauce' for sourcing fantastic pieces for my home, and the tips that'll help you find yours
- A Japandi Living Room
- 3 simple steps I take to successfully spider-proof my home every autumn
- I really love our log burning stove – but I so wish I'd known these 5 things before installing it
October 2nd
- Avoid pruning your trees at these critical times or risk harming your garden
- I found the perfect autumnal towels at M&S – they’re ideal for an easy bathroom update
- The new-season furniture trends set to transform your home this autumn and winter
- Why I'm finally leaving millennial grey behind, and what I've learnt about how to be bolder with colour
- The 30-inch rule is the sweet spot designers swear by when hanging pendant lights above a dining table or a kitchen island
October 1st
- I'm a gardens editor and this is why I never clear every leaf outdoors in autumn
- 3 IKEA hacks I've used in my own home that I promise you can complete this weekend
- The Autumn Reset
- 5 ways I'm revamping my kitchen ready for autumn – from organisation to seasonal trend tips for the heart of your home
- This Cotswolds manor house got a boho chic makeover