Features Archive | May 2024

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May 31st
- 5 design tips for your windowless bathroom - how to fake a light and bright look
- 8 of the best climbing plants for pots to add height and style to your container garden
- What to do when alliums finish flowering - Experts explain your two choices and how they'll affect next year's blooms
May 30th
- 10 ways to make your conservatory look expensive on a budget
- What is keyhole gardening? Why it may be time to take your raised beds to the next level and create a sustainable keyhole garden at home
- Wiggle lamps are the up-and-coming lighting trend we’re seeing everywhere – these are 6 of the most stylish ones to shop now
- Are striped tiles the next big thing in bathrooms? We asked experts whether the trend is here to stay
- Can you turn a shed into a sauna? Here’s everything you need to know
May 29th
- 'There's beauty in every corner' - take a tour of this colour-filled home
- How to grow cucumbers vertically - a step-by-step guide to help you nail this space-saving growing method
- How to paint an interior door – a step-by-step guide
- Should I deadhead rhododendrons? That all depends on the size of your garden, according to experts
May 28th
- This Kent family home uses a pastel palette to soften the modern new-build
- Pastel eclectic decor is a ‘vibrant, playful and personal look’ – this is how to get on board with this new ‘it’ trend
- Fast-growing screening plants to avoid if you want to keep your garden in check (and your neighbours on your good side)
- Foxgloves were the surprising star of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, and this is how to grow your own
May 27th
- 'Neutrals have a calming effect' – this light-filled farmhouse is a masterclass in how to use them to create a timeless haven
- Should you put a sofa in a kitchen? Experts explain whether it's a faux-pas or the cherry on top
- Experts reveal 3 of the best green paint shades for a 'calm and tranquil bedroom environment’
- The 6 rules for styling a kitchen island – straight from a professional interior stylist
- 5 clever small appliance storage ideas guaranteed to keep your worktops clutter-free
- How do you get rid of ants in a kitchen? 5 foolproof ways to banish these critters once and for all
May 26th
- Filling this neglected Edwardian cottage with dark colours, rich patterns and second-hand finds has given it back its character
- How to propagate peonies by division – a step-by-step guide to fill your garden for free
- 5 peony pruning mistakes to avoid if you want these romantic blooms to come back year after year
- This barn was transformed into a 'family home with cosy corners and architectural interest'
- How to effortlessly style open shelving in a kitchen - 8 tips from design pros
May 25th
- 'We created a colourful kitchen that’s perfect for entertaining'
- I'm a novice gardener and I can't wait to add these 3 plants to my garden after visiting the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
- Is it better to sleep on a hard or soft mattress? Experts weigh in on which sleep surface is right for you
- What are self-watering plant pots? Everything you need to know about the innovation taking the RHS Chelsea Flower Show by storm
May 24th
- 'Be brave and go bright' was the design mantra for this colourful cottage
- The bathroom wall panelling you should be adding, according to design pros
- Topsoil vs compost - experts explain the key differences to help you choose the right option for your garden
May 23rd
- Bedding plants for shade - 11 shade-tolerant plants to brighten up dark corners and north-facing gardens
- Bring your style to life with Schmidt kitchens
- Do I need planning permission for a pergola? Experts say it all depends on these 3 things
- Butter yellow is the kitchen colour of the season - this is how to make the delicious shade work
May 22nd
- Box tree caterpillars are quietly destroying Britain’s gardens, but this is how you can get rid of them for good
- Should your woodwork match your wall colour? What you might be doing wrong...
- Busy life? Pick the perfect appliance with Beko at AO
- 4 things you should know before you buy a coffee machine - from adding a milk frother to recycling pods
- 11 house exterior colour ideas - boost your kerb appeal with paint, cladding and tiles
May 21st
- 'I get so much joy tracking down something pre-loved' - This Cotswold home is filled with lovely vintage finds
- 7 conservatory design mistakes turning your extra room into a dumping ground - what you should be doing instead
- In a stylish frame of mind? MADE’s spring-summer collection is bringing the good vibes
- 7 things I wish I knew before buying wooden garden furniture
- Can you reuse vacuum cleaner bags? Experts issue warning to homeowners who think it'll be more eco-friendly
- How to make your bedroom darker for better sleep - 9 tips and tricks to try
- These 5 trends were everywhere at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, and they're all easy to recreate at home
May 20th
- Can you take cuttings from peonies? Yes, as long as you follow this step-by-step guide
- A house full of contrast, that all works in harmony to create a beautiful home
- How to make a bug hotel and transform your garden into a thriving minibeast haven
- 5 signs you've bought the wrong mattress, according to the experts
- This dining room has been completely transformed using secondhand pieces eBay finds
May 19th
- This summerhouse has been turned into an uplifting space to work with bright florals and sunny colours
- Should you deadhead peonies? Experts reveal how you can get the most out of these romantic blooms
- We've found all of the best pizza oven deals from Ooni, Gozney and Ninja so you can get a slice of the action for less
May 18th
- This kitchen has seamlessly blended traditional style with modern convenience
- Are table fire pits worth it? Experts explain the pros and cons of this 2-in-1 garden addition
- Is wallpaper in bathrooms outdated? Interior experts reveal how to make pattern work in a bathroom in 2024
- Scalloped plant pots are the cutest trend we’ve seen this spring – these are 6 of the best we're adding to basket now
May 17th
- How to grow hostas and transform your shady garden into a lush green oasis
- How long do peonies take to bloom? Gardening pros share when their flowers are set to appear after planting
- Can a bean-to-cup coffee machine ever be worth the cost? I was a sceptic, but these four reasons converted me
- 7 kitchen curtain ideas that offer privacy and style - these aren't your Nana's curtains
May 16th
- Can I paint my side of a neighbour's fence? Experts urge people to think twice before picking up a paintbrush
- How to clean a lawn mower - A step-by-step guide to keep your lawn mower (and your lawn) in tip-top condition
- 6 colour combinations we’ve always been taught don’t work together – but actually, they can make your home look incredible
- The 5 best climbing plants to cover an ugly fence, add privacy, and beautify your garden
- Accent colour ideas – 12 ways to uplift any room in your home with a pop of the right colour
- What is a Shaker kitchen? The on-trend kitchen style that will never look dated
May 15th
- What is a complementary colour scheme? The foolproof method for choosing the best colours for a room
- 6 scented plants proven to help you relax - turn your garden into a calming and fragrant oasis
- 5 things experts want you to know before buying a charcoal BBQ
- When to fertilise a lawn - Experts reveal the exact months you should give your lawn an extra nutrient boost
May 14th
- Are pleached trees worth it? Here's what you need to know about David Beckham's garden must-have
- How to get rid of nettles and banish the stinging plants from your garden forever
May 13th
- How to stop rats in the garden - why rats are invading Britain’s gardens and what you can do to keep them at bay
- How to propagate a string of turtles - easily double your houseplant collection for free
- Can you lay turf on top of grass? Experts reveal the secret to a healthy, luscious lawn
- 'We wanted an inviting, relaxed and different garden'
- This bland and disjointed home has been turned into a hygge-inspired sanctuary
May 12th
- This Georgian cottage is a masterclass in decorating in neutral tones
- How to design an energising garden - turn your outdoor space into the ultimate recharging zone
- 5 things experts want you to know before buying a pizza oven
- How to make a garden smell nice – six ways to create a fragrant garden
May 11th
- How to get rid of Japanese knotweed – without risking a hefty fine
- What’s the difference between a gazebo and a pergola? We asked the experts
- What paint finish should your kitchen walls be? Expert decorators give their tips for the perfect finish
- What’s the difference between downlights and spotlights? Experts reveal which is which and when to use them in your home
May 10th
- What colours make a bedroom feel cosier? 9 shades that will give your space a cocooning feel
- Gozney vs Ooni - which cult pizza oven brand is the upper crust?
- Painting fence panels with a sponge - is this viral fence painting hack a stroke of genius or a waste of time?
- These coffee machine mistakes are the only thing standing between you and a barista style brew - here's how to fix them
- Should kitchen walls be lighter or darker than cabinets? This is the secret to a bright kitchen, according to pros
May 9th
- Cats pooping in your garden? The ‘scaredy cat’ plant could be the answer to all of your problems
- How to clean a hot tub filter to keep it in great working order
- 7 weeding mistakes experts say make gardening much harder (and how to avoid them)
- 7 things to consider when building a pergola, according to experts
- What is an I-shaped kitchen layout? This is why it's the best layout for a small space, according to kitchen designers
May 8th
- Do you need planning permission for a porch? Not usually, but this is when you might
- Does baking soda kill weeds? Yes, but experts urge you to think twice before using this cupboard essential in your garden
- Gardeners warned to leave this super slug alone - it protects plants (and kills off other slugs)
- Can you use a fire pit on decking? It all depends on the type of decking you have, according to experts
- Can you cook pizza in the Ninja Woodfire? Yes you can, but only if you buy the right version
May 7th
- Switch to peat-free for a thriving garden this Spring
- How to get rid of giant hogweed safely – experts reveal the best way to remove this invasive plant from your garden
- How to help your garden flourish this summer
- Find the perfect backdrop for the ultimate alfresco dinner
- How to get rid of weeds naturally – 6 ways to banish weeds from your garden without resorting to chemicals
- Why is my air fryer smoking and how do I get it to stop? We asked the experts
- Broadcaster Sara Cox transformed her living room with this bold heritage shade and it looks incredible
May 6th
- 13 porch lighting ideas to illuminate your entrance for an elevated and welcoming look
- 'I opted for a glam bathroom I’d use every day, instead of a boxy third bedroom I didn’t need'
- How to make your house look expensive from the outside - design tricks to ramp up your kerb appeal
- What is mindful gardening? The calming practice to introduce into your weekend routine
- Kevin McCloud reveals how he’s made his IKEA kitchen look expensive – and how you can too
May 5th
- What is a healing garden? The centuries-old method for creating an outdoor space to recharge
- Blue and white reign supreme in this modern Victorian home
- The best floor colours to make a small kitchen look bigger - experts say these are the shades to go for
- 7 mindful ways to clean your home - don't stress about chores, turn them into therapy
- How does a pizza oven work? And is it worth buying one?
May 4th
- When to repot sunflower seedlings to ensure a sunny display this blooming season
- Outdoor dining ideas - 8 stylish ways to create a dreamy alfresco set-up
- How to dress a small kitchen window - 8 ways to create a bright and airy cooking space
May 3rd
- Should you snap up the sellout Ninja Woodfire BBQ or Oven? We put them head to head to decide
- How to prune camellias - a step-by-step guide to encourage even more blooms next year
- How to make a kitchen window look bigger - 7 clever optical illusions used by kitchen experts
May 2nd
- When to lay turf - Experts reveal the perfect time to give fresh turf the best chance of success
- Tiled kitchen island ideas – discover how to do island tiles with style
- How to make an outdoor kitchen look more expensive – 7 ways to get the luxury look without the price tag
- Should your kitchen island have a sink or hob? Kitchen designers reveal this choice is best
- Grind's Cold Brew Bottle has singlehandedly kicked my expensive takeaway coffee habit – for only £30
- This Instagrammer found an easy DIY alternative to ‘the chair’ that we all dump our clothes on – and it’s genius!
May 1st
- How to grow sweet peas in pots to add colour and vibrancy to your patio this summer