<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Extensions ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Does there really have to be a door between your house and conservatory or is there a way of opening them up to each other? I asked the experts for the best solution (that doesn’t break the law) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/does-there-have-to-be-a-door-between-house-and-conservatory fBQfL74wp9cq6GuKsYF4q5 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:50:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ I wish I had a bigger hallway — is a porch the answer? I asked the pros for the 3 best ways to achieve more space in this part of my home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/ways-to-a-bigger-hallway Q2YkkVuinL2jfmU5fyiaZB Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it ever a good idea to use a conservatory as an extra bedroom? Experts told me it’s definitely a feasible option, but only if you follow these 7 crucial pointers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/is-a-conservatory-bedroom-a-good-idea qHTf7EySCMFXN2Ai9H598E Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What's the best way to a bigger kitchen – an extension or a remodel? It might seem obvious but I asked the experts, and their opinions might surprise you ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/kitchen-extension-vs-remodel 4HcDoAXHV7qx398DathSJ6 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 8 ways to design a kitchen extension that is fresh and modern but that won't look dated a few years down the line ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-to-create-a-modern-yet-timeless-kitchen-extension 7QJdooUqrr9vDhmkF2boVR Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:23:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ As someone who inherited a bad extension, I asked the pros whether it's ever worth improving one or if it's better to just start over ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/should-you-replace-a-bad-extension 7wKxpRoc3aRf4Lann8j8DT Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Can I move a drain as part of an extension project? Experts reveal when you will and won't need permission and how you get it ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/can-you-move-drains-as-part-of-an-extension S6ex3nT9zTPKJc8zdRge7a Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 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 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/ways-drains-could-impact-your-extension Jg3UESZt3YPq5h7cjutdZ7 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 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 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-i-plan-on-extending-my-three-bed-semi 4ydSErxhUBsHow6NpLyFx Fri, 31 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:56:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ 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 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/extending-instead-of-selling VWST9CJnR8kaLZnus2sSSA Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Kitchen extensions made easy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/kitchen-extensions-made-easy oGpQ6Lf4FHvP3yRuiEPqQ6 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:21:55 +0000 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:02:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 7 design tricks will make a small kitchen extension feel bigger – but experts warn there are some you should definitely avoid ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-to-maximise-impact-of-a-small-kitchen-extension N4C7yuKV2synurLhMpgaPj Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 4 things I wish had been done differently in my kitchen extension — and how I’ve managed to make them work ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/things-i-wish-were-done-differently-in-my-kitchen-extension oCzAGeAMw8HxfCuhc6c2Nf Sun, 12 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m a renovation expert – these are the 6 bungalow extension mistakes I’d never make ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/bungalow-extension-mistakes-to-avoid dE3kd6zW2q3nFw8nkNXQx3 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:11:20 +0000 <![CDATA[ What’s the cheapest way to build a granny flat? I asked the experts for the best route for tight budgets ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/cheapest-way-to-build-a-granny-flat X8HhRTFigkFDzZH3fqDgB8 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:14:29 +0000 <![CDATA[ I weigh up the main differences between an annexe and an extension, and reveal how to tell which is the best way to add more space to your home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/annexe-vs-extension ggYGWaaYQ2z2SX53bh6QfQ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:34:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it a good idea to extend over your garage? The pros say it could be, but that it may not be as easy as you think ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/conversions/extending-over-a-garage LrTZYA6g8xVGNU8AfKeaUi Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:37 +0000 <![CDATA[ This is the weekly extension planner I'd follow if I was adding space to my home, as a renovation expert ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/extension-planner HLzYTVAoUwrUD5ajoJMtdQ Tue, 20 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Wed, 18 Jun 2025 14:35:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ Debating between uPVC and timber for your porch? I asked the experts what the real difference is, and if one is actually better than the other ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/upvc-vs-timber-porch FV4MbHFWYYesiwihiRwcW5 Sun, 18 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ Building a porch could transform the entrance to your home — here’s how to get it right ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/building-a-porch-guide MNUgWwaVhwhRmreDgEqDwN Mon, 05 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:56 +0000 <![CDATA[ Does a conservatory need foundations? Experts say they do and this is how much they could cost ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/does-a-conservatory-need-foundations TcLYLFunQUoH5mw4nz6PhM Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I wasted £3,000 trying to make my old conservatory usable – this is what I wish I'd done instead ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/i-wasted-3000-on-my-conservatory KWjV4kRS7msqAfJXNsodUS Fri, 25 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 08:24:02 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to heat a conservatory — 7 practical options to consider for year-round comfort ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-to-heat-a-conservatory 3SA8W9EteiF4zKz2AKsAEP Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What’s the difference between a conservatory and a garden room? More than you might think, say the pros ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/difference-between-conservatories-and-garden-rooms cFCwVyg6YYzo5QjYCVAksN Sun, 20 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:26:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are conservatories going to be banned in the UK? Conservatory pros reveal the truth behind the rumours ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/are-conservatories-going-to-be-banned-uk 2Z9qVAfprZhzENy2cpW69Q Fri, 18 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Will a conservatory add value to your home and how can you maximise it? This is what the pros say ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/will-a-conservatory-add-value sbYPUBpqHNeXwmjxfXbTri Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:21:37 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it cheaper to build an extension or a conservatory? One is usually cheaper, but it turns out that's not always the case ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/is-it-cheaper-to-build-an-extension-or-conservatory HpjtTs7fhhmbouN2pCSbeY Sun, 13 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it a huge mistake to sacrifice part of your garden for an extension? I asked the pros for their take ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/should-you-sacrifice-garden-for-an-extension JhYWTuJ4cfqnqKd8t3fdkj Fri, 11 Apr 2025 08:00:10 +0000 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:23:06 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is your conservatory letting your house down? Here's how to modernise it for an instant upgrade ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-to-modernise-a-conservatory aCM4kgwGNR5VV2iYJcrMqk Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:00:10 +0000 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:53:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ What’s the difference between a conservatory and an orangery? Experts break down the key variations you should know ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/conservatory/differences-between-conservatories-orangeries fhHqWck8fcFxhKgqWaeY8J Sun, 06 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 reasons adding a rooflight to your kitchen extension will be the best decision you ever make, according to design pros ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/reasons-for-rooflight-kitchen-extension HhnEN8fmf6Ex2U3zsWLyWK Fri, 28 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:10:53 +0000 <![CDATA[ These are the 7 huge mistakes to avoid if you want to nail your kitchen extension on a budget, from dodgy DIY to no contingency fund ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/budget-kitchen-extension-mistakes CZqYTkDWJj7mFVBrN6n4Ro Tue, 25 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:19:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ How long does a kitchen extension take? I’m an experienced renovator and this is how long I’d allow ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-long-does-a-kitchen-extension-take 6MKN98AGeQbygQDvCgxQZW Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:01:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:42 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is a conservatory kitchen a huge mistake? It could be, if you ignore the wisdom of these design experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/is-a-conservatory-kitchen-a-good-idea CdXXmzTffcKPZrc4tUGevE Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:01:00 +0000 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:33:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ Does a kitchen extension add value? Adding these features will ensure it will, according to design experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/does-a-kitchen-extension-add-value yRxy52837MjbzC3xQGR4CJ Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:42 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to extend your kitchen on a budget — 11 tactics to still get the results you've been dreaming of without breaking the bank ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/how-to-extend-your-kitchen-on-a-budget aTsSTbUraBS4d3ynpDYS7G Mon, 03 Mar 2025 12:01:00 +0000 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:35:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ What size extension can I build without planning permission? The rules you need to know ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/what-size-extension-can-i-build-without-planning-permission RiSzWfsiwVg4CQehyGqfrb Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:00:00 +0000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:26:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should you go for an extension or a loft conversion? Property experts reveal which option will add the most space and value ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/extension-vs-loft-conversion p9oicPwQFR3ZKQfa6iBPWV Tue, 14 Jan 2025 14:00:00 +0000 Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:49:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ Wraparound extension guide — expert advice on planning the best rear and side addition combination ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/wraparound-extension-guide Xb9bkQJt2dTHJEhXy4w2QX Sun, 05 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Side return extension costs — how much will it cost you to add space and will it be worth it? ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/side-return-extension-costs wNfYruyN8Jfo2gK6aKb74J Thu, 02 Jan 2025 09:00:10 +0000 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 15:36:48 +0000 <![CDATA[ Side extension costs — how much should you budget to add extra space? ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/side-extension-costs-explained g45ytZn2yVM4eyqEStEdWi Thu, 02 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 15:19:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to add a side extension for a bigger home without using up the garden ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/side-extensions-guide xkX3ZidmeughyfMY93kkBj Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 08 May 2025 15:02:23 +0000 <![CDATA[ Extension vs conservatory — which is right for your home? ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/extension-vs-conservatory xrccAYfBcVzUtqtQzSo6YQ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:27:05 +0000 <![CDATA[ 10 side return extension ideas to make the most out of the additional space ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/side-return-extension-ideas tvgZsdp6zxYNxZoLAgB3oS Tue, 31 Dec 2024 12:01:00 +0000 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 10:14:47 +0000 <![CDATA[ 8 things you should never say to your builder (especially if you want to stay on good terms) ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/things-you-should-never-say-to-your-builder bReeEHwoFRCJr9bq9K69mE Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:23:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it a really bad idea to project manage your own extension project or a brilliant route to cutting costs? ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/should-you-project-manage-your-own-extension ReTXPuSTerYWZb9WeUfpd5 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:40:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should I extend my kitchen? Pros, cons and the alternatives to consider, according to design experts ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/should-i-extend-my-kitchen 35BzJsW2ktK7c2t9FRUUh4 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:24:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I remember being asked where we wanted the light switches in a room that didn't exist and it sent me mad' — 21 things homeowners wish they knew before extending their home ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/renovation/extensions/what-i-wish-i-knew-before-extending L3NTXRJiVMEUu6rph77daX Sun, 29 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 14:10:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ Will an extension add value to your home? 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