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DIY advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Diy
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Fix your appliances and tech - give your stuff a new lease of lifeEver wonder if you could fix your appliances yourself? If upcycling furniture is so popular, why do we rarely try to fix stuff ourselves? We reveal ways to avoid spending more...
By Ginevra Benedetti
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How to create an exposed brick wall - a step-by-step guideEverything you need to know about creating a characterful feature in your home by stripping back the walls to bare brickwork
By Holly Walsh
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The kitchen utensil decorators use to achieve a smooth finish when paintingWould you try this trick to get your leftover paint looking like new?
By Amy Hunt
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Experts reveal the new way to upcycle secondhand furniture in 2023Put down the paintbrush upcycling furniture is now all about preserving natural wood
By Imani Cottrell
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Get ready for Christmas with help from Bosch Home & GardenBosch Home & Garden’s ingenious range of measuring tools will help you deck the halls in a flash, while proving to be essential pieces in your DIY tool kit for 2023 and beyond
By Sponsored
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How to make a Christmas cracker from a napkin - just like Angel Strawbridge'sDazzle your diners with these beautiful Christmas crackers using things you already have lying around the house
By Katie Sims
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How to make Christmas cards - a step by step guideHandmade Christmas cards are sure to spread festive cheer, and they're easy with our craft tips
By Katie Sims
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Experts reveal common mistake to avoid with anti-condensation paintAnti-mould and condensation paint is one good solution if you're battling damp, if you avoid this common error
By Millie Hurst
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How to decorate a front door for Christmas - a step-by-step guideImpress your guests with a stunning asymmetric door wreath this Christmas
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a hole in a door – a step-by-step guide to restoring damaged doorsDiscover how to fix a hole in a door like a pro, whether it’s solid or hollow
By Linda Clayton
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How to fix glass sliding doors in seven simple stepsRepair your faulty door and get it sliding properly again with our easy to follow guide
By Katie Sims
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Get the limewash wall look for under £10 with this clever TikTok DIY hackBecause you don't have to break the bank to change up the look of your walls
By Jullia Joson
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How to fix sliding wardrobe doors and get them operating smoothly againProblems with your sliding wardrobe doors? Fix them yourself with our handy guide
By Katie Sims
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How to paint a banister - 5 steps to help you paint like a proLearn how to paint a banister to give it a fresh, new look with our step-by-step guide
By Jullia Joson
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How to fix a slow-draining bathtub – for stress-free soaksA step by step guide to smoothly draining tubs
By Vanessa Richmond
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How to install a door knob – give your interior doors a fresh new lookLearning how to install a door knob is easier than you might think, especially if you follow our simple step-by-step guide
By Linda Clayton
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How to fix a door handle that is loose – a step-by-step guideTighten your door handle and get it back to full working order
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a doorbell – problems your doorbell might be facing and how to solve themGet your doorbell ringing properly in no time with our easy-to-follow guide
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a cracked bath yourself for a professional finishRepair a cracked bath in ten easy steps
By Emily Batesmith
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How to repair a chip in a bath - give your bathtub a new lease of lifeGive your damaged bathtub a new lease of life
By Emily Batesmith
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How to repair bath enamel - step-by-step to give a bathtub a fresh new lookRepairing bath enamel is a great way to give your bathtub a fresh new look
By Emily Batesmith
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How to fix a squeaky door - your guide to keeping your doors quietBanish the squeaks and relax in peace with our expert advice
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a door jamb – repair your door jamb so it's good as newProblems with your door jamb? Fix it yourself with our step-by-step guide
By Katie Sims
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How to fix a door that sticks – repair your door to full working orderThe easiest ways to fix a sticking door so that it can open and close freely again
By Katie Sims
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How to change a tap washer to stop dripping in minutesCure the dripping by learning how to change a washer on a tap, a simple DIY skill that should take minutes
By Elizabeth Ransome
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How to fix a leaky showerhead - a step by step guideWant to know how to resolve a dripping shower? Repair a shower head in these five simple steps
By Sophie Vening
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How to make a statement marbled vase in minutes with DIY expert Zeena ShahTurn an empty jam jar or glass soda bottle into a colourful and chic statement vase in a matter of minutes
By Rebecca Knight


