Features Archive | November 2025

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November 30th
- The 8 simple things I do to make my old house feel warmer once winter hits — and they'll work for you too
- Tis the season for festive colour schemes! Experts say these are the 5 combinations you should embrace this Christmas
- 3 hosting mistakes to avoid this Christmas so that your kitchen stays organised and stylish – plus, the 3 tips to follow instead
- 3 chefs share the clever kitchen gadgets they can’t live without – they’d make the best gifts for foodies, and they start from £10
November 29th
- 7 ways you've been using your thermostat wrong (and it's been costing you money) — this is what heating experts say to do instead
- 5 things that people with tidy homes always have – these essential products and routines helped me realise the organised home of my dreams
- Building a house from scratch isn't easy but it's definitely worth the hardship, especially at Christmas – this stunning home is solid proof
- 3 ways to add flair to your kitchen without redesigning it – it's the secret to your space working for you
- These are the 4 Farrow & Ball shades experts predict will be big in 2026 – discover the colours set to define our homes next year
- It's been six months since I reviewed Our Place's 'indestructible' Titanium Pan – here's why it's still the one I reach for over any other
November 28th
- I’m a floorcare expert but secretly hate cleaning – this is the vacuum hack that’s sliced my cleaning time in half
- 7 Christmas cleaning hacks I can’t live without – these are my secret tricks for a sparkling clean home over the festive period
- How many hours a day should your heating be on right now? I asked the pros for a heating schedule that hits the sweet spot between warmth and efficiency
- Yep, your home probably stinks – experts reveal 3 top tips to cure nose blindness and make your home smell amazing
- I write about sofas day in day out – these are the best times of the year to buy a new sofa, backed by experts (it's how I got mine half price)
November 27th
- It’s my job to test cleaning products – and these 12 under £12 impressed me the most this month
- Condensation is a huge problem in my damp Victorian home – I tried three ways to get rid of it, and this is the only one I'd use again
- Marble is for more than just kitchen worktops! As an interior designer, these are the non-scary ways I use it to make a big impact
November 26th
- At home with Francesca Rowan-Plowden at Christmas
- I don't normally shop the Black Friday sales, but I'm making an exception for this rechargeable lamp that all of our editors own
- 5 meaningful Christmas decorations I've decided to make not buy, and they're so simple I promise you can do them too
November 25th
- My mum has always hated the draughty door between her kitchen and garage — this £20 solution worked instantly
- I've found 3 alternatives to IKEA's LYCKSELE LÖVÅS sofa bed – and unlike IKEA's bestseller, they're all on sale this Black Friday
- I’m obsessed with my robot vacuum and vacuum mop – but if I had to choose, this is the one I’d recommend to family and friends
- I used to be a minimalist, but now I see the joy in having some element of 'stuff' – this is how I found the perfect balance
November 24th
- The kitchen storage trend I regret falling for – an open pantry might look great on Instagram, but this is why I ditched mine after 6 months
- This colourful kitchen is so bright you'd never know its partially underground
- 'I love it so much I’ve already bought two more!’ – this £15 Amazon bestseller is a must-have for all homes this winter
- These are the loft insulation dos and don’ts I swear by as someone who made the mistakes so you don't have to
- I'm sharing my little black book of lighting – where I find big statement pieces at prices much smaller than you'd imagine
November 23rd
- Kitchens deserve a day-to-night transition too – these 3 tricks will inspire practical daily living as well as an elegant space to host in
- I used to struggle to keep my open plan layout warm in winter — but these 4 methods now keep it cosy all day long
November 22nd
- This elegant, soothing home is the perfect example of how to master a neutral festive look
November 21st
- This Japanese-inspired bathtub is the secret ingredient for a calming bathroom – experts say ‘the benefits are endless’
- Herb organisers are the kitchen secret that no one is talking about – it stops my herbs from dying every week
- So much went wrong on my second renovation – here's what I learned the hard way so you don't have to
- My ultimate gift guide for home-lovers – the only edit you need to tick everyone off your list this year
November 20th
- The one thing you should never feed birds in winter (no matter what anyone tells you)
- How to host-proof your internet connection this Christmas
- I came up with this easy and cost-effective solution to add more personality to the plain and boring bathroom in my rental home
- I love trying out new sofas – and these are the latest sofa designs and new brands that impressed me this season
November 19th
- I've been making an activity advent calendar for my kids for over a decade – it's our favourite family Christmas tradition, even now they're teens
- Can you plant wildflower seeds in November? Here's when it works (and when to wait until spring)
- An iconic air care brand has just launched their Black Friday deals – here's what you need to know
- I've been following Martin Lewis' 'tactical' 4pm rule for years, and I never have to turn my heating on for a sneaky extra hour in the evening
- A Jacobean farmhouse wrapped in Georgian charm – inside a Cotswolds home made magical for Christmas
- I love to make big design decisions but I hate to spend money when I don't have to – these are my spend-savvy decorating secrets
- Ninja's Luxe Café Pro is £150 more expensive than the original version – here's why I think this upgraded coffee machine is worth buying
November 18th
- If these 3 products can eliminate draughts in my 1700s cottage, they’ll work in any home — better still, you can get each for under £20
- Big Dreams, Small Budget: How we’re slowly renovating our Suffolk cottage to create a home we love without breaking the bank
- This mistake is drastically draining your vacuum’s battery – and experts say we’re all guilty of doing it
November 17th
- I’m in my window vacuum era – it’s the only thing keeping my windows condensation-free and protected from damage this winter
- I added these 4 ‘unkillable’ houseplants to my home – and yes, they lived up to the hype!
- 4 effective, inexpensive and non-permanent ways to insulate a draughty window, including the one I swear by all year round
- How I'm making the patterned (and slightly eccentric!) sofa I just bought on Facebook Marketplace work in my colourful home
- I tried the Japanese 5S method to organise my home — it's a game-changer for keeping on top of things day to day
November 16th
- 3 tips for hosting in a kitchen with no dining space – easy ways to create a sociable space for entertaining
- I got my hands on a game-changing appliance that promises to make the dark winter mornings easier – it’s my new bedside table essential
November 15th
- 3 hosting tips that will get your kitchen guest-ready in less than 15 minutes - you'll want to have these in your repertoire this season
- Inside the bold and unapologetic London home of Rockett St George co-founder, Lucy St George – it's maximalist heaven
- I tried living with a wet room – here’s the truth about what this style of bathroom is actually like to live with long-term
- A masterclass in maximalism decorating, this stunning home proves that more is more in the festive season
November 14th
- I asked the Farrow & Ball experts about the best paint colours for updating a kitchen this winter – these are the 3 that came up
- I’m a dog owner and these are 5 easy tasks I do to keep my home clean, especially over muddy paw season
- Designer Sophie Conran's new bedroom range champions four mattresses inspired by her experience with the menopause
- This is the easy heating trick that I'm using to keep my home damp and mould-free this winter
November 13th
- 5 invasive trees you should never plant in your garden, no matter how pretty they look – experts say they'll take over faster than you think
- ‘You’re unknowingly creating a breeding ground for mould’ – 4 cleaning mistakes pros warn are making your home damp
- 'Pattern splicing' is set to be a big kitchen trend in 2026 – this design trick makes decorating with pattern so much easier
- I’m a Room Decor Editor that’s fussy about lighting – but these are the 10 places I always recommend for buying lamps and light fittings
- Kitchen Chronicles Part One – how I'm crafting my dream space on a budget
November 12th
- This Victorian stable is now the perfect cosy Christmas cottage
- 'Big Bow Energy' vs 'Christmas Memory Trees' – how I've picked my festive decorating style for my home this year
November 11th
- Don’t waste your money insulating these spots – experts reveal the solutions to try instead that'll keep damp and mould at bay
- I love my steam cleaner, but this is the one place I’d never use it – especially during the autumn and winter months
- 5 items I always recommend you declutter in November, to ensure the festive season isn’t so overwhelming
- Window treatment ideas – 18 stylish ways to dress your windows with curtains, blinds and shutters
November 10th
- I’ve found the best (and cheapest) way to deep clean my carpets – and no, it’s not with a vacuum cleaner!
- The perennial frenemies you should never plant together – pro gardeners say you should keep these combinations apart to avoid a gardening disaster
- This is how long insulation lasts and how often it should be replaced, according to the pros
- These are my 6 favourite unexpected ways to use wallpaper – let it do the hard work so you don't have to
- The colour trends that will define our homes in 2026 – I spoke to colour and paint experts, and this is what they say this year's colour palette will look like
November 9th
- This is the best kitchen layout for hosting – but these easy 3 tips will make any other layout more sociable too
- 7 easy upgrades I’ve made at home to keep it warm this winter — they’ll help reduce our energy bills too
- Kitchens deserve Christmas trees too – these 4 ideas will inspire a simple yet festive cooking space
November 8th
- Warm minimalism is the 2026 kitchen trend I'm adopting right now – it's a lived-in approach to a pared-back design
- Oven pros say you’re definitely using your oven wrong – 5 common mistakes that are causing burnt cakes, uneven roasts and soggy pizzas
- A small extension and a layout rethink have given this family all the extra space they need to thrive
November 7th
- The 'Ralph Lauren' Christmas trend puts a fresh spin on an old faithful - this festive scheme is perfect for tablescapes
- My sister is a sceptic when it comes to kitchen appliances – this under £25 buy for speedy cooking is the only one she swears by
- The internet is my go-to for inspiration to action – searching and shopping smart to find my Everything pieces
- How to remove old insulation – this is the most effective and safest way to get rid of damaged insulation, according to the pros
November 6th
- These 3 houseplants helped rid my home of damp and made a huge difference to musty smells and humidity – they're super low maintenance too
- I'm a gardens editor who loves cosy garden lights – these are my 5 favourite places to buy outdoor lighting
- No cat flap? No problem! This game-changing gadget is the reason I'm able to have a cat in my rental
- ‘In a smaller space, lighting has to work harder’ – experts reveal how to choose the best lighting for a small living room to open up the space
November 5th
- This forgotten weatherboard cottage got an artistic makeover
- Emma Willis' pale pink kitchen has an unexpected twist – take a tour of this anti-trend two-tone colour palette
- I'm a neat freak who secretly hates cleaning – these are my sanity-saving tricks for keeping my family home tidy, calm, and guest-ready
November 4th
- I found the 5 Joseph Joseph laundry heroes that made my cramped utility space more manageable
- What's in insulation and why does it matter? Experts explain the different types of insulation and their pros and cons
- Furniture Village: Come style with me
- Just Get It Done: The game-changing mantra that gets us through our reno projects
- I’m a cleaning editor who lives in a hard water area -–this is everything I do to keep my home free from crusty water marks and limescale
November 3rd
- Out-of-the-box thinking saved this couple £53,000 on their dream kitchen
- 4 areas we should have insulated when renovating our house – but didn't! Plus the other spots experts say you should never forget
- Interior designers and stylists share their go-to IKEA table lamps – ‘They subtly enhance and elevate the overall atmosphere of any room’
- I'm obsessed with scrolling Facebook Marketplace and these are my tips for finding the gems
November 2nd
- The 4 simple tricks that stopped condensation from forming on my bedroom windows – I no longer have to wipe my windows down every morning
- I'm a maximalist but I would never choose this style for my bathroom lighting - here's why
- This is how much loft insulation you need, and how thick it should be, according to the experts — plus whether you need to replace old insulation before adding new
- This former village school is now a unique home
November 1st
- I saved £1000s on a kitchen makeover by painting my cabinets – but there are 3 things I wish I'd known before I started
- ‘A beautiful Christmas doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune’ – interior experts share their 9 tips for making Christmas decor look fab on a budget
- 4 things that have convinced me that robot lawn mowers are going to be *big* next year – they're convenient, smart and won't wake the neighbours
- This stunning home balances grand period details and contemporary family living perfectly