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I’m a gardening editor and I’m waving goodbye to my lawn – Here’s why and what we're doing insteadWe’re creating something softer, wilder, and far more forgiving...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Peak tree pollen season has arrived in the UK – how to keep your home’s air quality levels stableTwo of the nation's most common trees are to blame
By Lauren Bradbury
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Kitchen bins shouldn't be an afterthought – 12 best kitchen bins that will help you recycle better in 2026, chosen by a picky editorTurn a practical purchase into a pretty one too
By Holly Cockburn
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'It helps me feel grounded' - A clever paint technique transformed this bedroom into the ultimate relaxing havenStacey Solomon and Dulux lent a creative hand to transform this blank space into a calming retreat
By Laurie Davidson
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This kitchen went from bland to grand with nothing more than a tin of paint and some MDFThis homeowner transformed her boring kitchen cabinetry by updating it with colourful paint
By Laurie Davidson
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Feng Shui principles and Frenchic paint transformed this kitchen into a luxury spaceDeep green cabinetry, a reeded glass splashback and Feng Shui principles all play a part in this stunning kitchen
By Laurie Davidson