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Experts warn against 9 design mistakes making your living room feel cold – but they're quick to fix
The experts reveal how to create a warm and inviting space all year round
By Ellis Cochrane
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6 secret tricks stylists use that can make any sofa look more expensive
Upgrade your sofa with these simple styling tips
By Sara Hesikova
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The living room trends for 2024 that you need to know about
From the colours to use and design tricks to adopt, these are the trends you need to know about
By Holly Walsh
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How to arrange living room furniture at Christmas – to create a cosy and welcoming atmosphere
The best places to put your sofa and chairs for festive fun and connection
By Andrea Childs
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Make your TV look as beautiful as your home this Christmas
Hide your TV in plain sight with Samsung The Frame
By Sponsored
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Best artificial Christmas trees – realistic and hassle-free
Fake it till you make it with our edit of the best artificial Christmas trees from John Lewis, The White Company, Habitat, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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28 Christmas living room decor ideas to transform your home for the festive season
Take inspiration from our round up of seasonal styles for your living room, to ensure your home is the best dressed ready for the holidays
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Alternative Christmas tree ideas that are just as festive as the real thing
From decorative branches to rustic ladders, these quirky alternative Christmas tree ideas will add a twist to a festive scheme
By Lisa Fazzani
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Mrs Hinch's Christmas living room decor is among the best we've seen – experts love the 'sleek yet cosy festive look'
The pared-back scheme even has experts swooning
By Jullia Joson
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How to reduce Christmas stress – expert tips for a calmer home this festive season
Plan and simplify for a happier Christmas at home this year
By Andrea Childs
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10 Christmas tree ribbon ideas – the hottest festive decorating trend this year
The ultimate look for your Christmas tree, all tied up
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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6 things you need to know if you are putting your Christmas decorations up early
Decorating earlier can make you feel happier, but there are a couple of things to keep in mind if you are planning to do it
By Andrea Childs
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10 style-savvy ways to decorate a small living room for Christmas
Size isn’t everything; discover smart ways to get Christmas-cosy in your living room without compromising on comfort or joy
By Linda Clayton
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19 alternative advent calendar ideas for a crafty countdown to Christmas
Create an extra special lead-up to the festivities and get into the seasonal spirit by making your own unique handcrafted advent calendar
By Holly Walsh
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Christmas tree ideas to inspire your festive decorating scheme this year
The tree is the focal point for any festive decorating scheme, so it has to set the scene in style
By Tamara Kelly
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This Chesterfield sofa is the comfiest we've sat on – and it's on sale at the best price we've seen all year
A Chesterfield that's *actually* comfy and doesn't break the bank? Sign us up...
By Jullia Joson
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How to choose sofa upholstery - 7 tips for durability, pattern, and clever colour choices
We've brought in the experts to decode exactly which sofa fabric is best for your home
By Holly Cockburn
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Experts warn against falling for these 7 living room lighting mistakes this winter
Swerve these mistakes to create a cosy and inviting living space
By Ellis Cochrane
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Quick delivery sofas – where to shop for pre-Christmas delivery
Get your festive seating sorted fast with these quick-delivery sofas and sofa beds – you could be sitting pretty in just 24 hours!
By Amy Lockwood
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This 'expensive' looking Jack Wills Sofa is one of the best pre-Black Friday deals we've seen at under £200
A stylish 3-seater sofa for under £200? We’re sold
By Lauren Bradbury
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Why your decor is giving you a migraine – literally – and design tips to stop the pain
Migraine experts say these design switches can help you stop getting painful headaches
By Andrea Childs
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Which grey is best for a living room? Colour experts share the best shades to choose
Grey is one of the most varied and versatile shades - but which tone is the perfect choice for you living room?
By Millie Hurst
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How to design a living room - flooring, colours, and layout tips to level up your lounge
Easy to implement advice from experts on how to design a living room to make your space feel stylish yet homely
By Tamara Kelly
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Small living room lighting ideas - simple ways to make a room feel more spacious
Find illuminating small living room lighting ideas that brighten a room and creat the illusion of space
By Lisa Fazzani
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The emerging side table trend that every stylish living room will have in 2024
We’re already eyeing up ours
By Sara Hesikova
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The most low-maintenance sofa fabrics recommended by experts, that are both stylish and durable
These are the 4 most low-maintenance sofa fabrics that experts swear by
By Sara Hesikova
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Family living room mistakes to avoid – our 10 top family room fails
Ensure chill-out time with your nearest and dearest is super relaxing by dodging these decorating disasters
By Linda Clayton