Extensions
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Extensions
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I wasted £3,000 trying to make my old conservatory usable
This is what I wish I'd done instead
By Sarah Handley
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How to create a garden room
Create a garden room that complements your home perfectly with this advice from the pros
By Sarah Handley
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How to heat a conservatory
7 practical options to consider for year-round comfort
By Amy Reeves
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What’s the difference between a conservatory and a garden room?
More than you might think, say the pros
By Amy Reeves
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Are conservatories going to be banned in the UK?
Conservatory pros reveal the truth behind the rumours
By Rebecca Foster
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How to add a conservatory and make the most of the additional space
These pros share their top tips
By Sarah Handley
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Will a conservatory add value to your home and how can you maximise it?
This is what the pros say
By Amy Reeves
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Is it cheaper to build an extension or a conservatory?
One is usually cheaper, but it turns out that's not always the case
By Amy Reeves
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Is it a huge mistake to sacrifice part of your garden for an extension?
I asked the pros for their take
By Sarah Handley
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Is your conservatory letting your house down? Here's how to modernise it
Get an instant upgrade
By Natasha Brinsmead
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What’s the difference between conservatories and orangeries?
Experts break down the key variations you should know
By Sarah Warwick
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How much does a conservatory cost?
These are the average prices and the factors that affect them, according to the pros
By Sarah Handley
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Planning a kitchen extension? Avoid project overwhelm by following these 11 straightforward steps
If you're dreaming of a bigger kitchen, follow our guide
By Sarah Handley
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How much does a kitchen extension cost and is it actually worth it?
These design pros weigh in on what you could pay
By Sarah Handley
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5 reasons to add a rooflight to your kitchen extension
It could be the best decision you ever make
By Sarah Handley
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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
Use your budget wisely
By Sarah Handley
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How long does a kitchen extension take?
I’m an experienced renovator and this is how long I’d allow (and experts agree)
By Amy Reeves
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Is a conservatory kitchen a huge mistake? It could be, if you ignore the wisdom of these design experts
We delve into the key points to consider
By Sophie Warren-Smith
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How to extend your kitchen on a budget — 11 tactics to try
Expert advice on how to extend a kitchen for less without sacrificing on style
By Natasha Brinsmead
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What size extension can I build without planning permission? The rules you need to know
If you stick to the stringent criteria of Permitted Development, you can build an extension without planning permission
By Sarah Handley
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Extension ideas for small houses — 11 clever ways to increase space in a compact home
These extension ideas can have a big impact on a small home, and make it more suitable for modern life
By Sarah Handley
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14 glass extension ideas to make your home feel brighter and more spacious
If your vision for a light, bright, sun-filled home is falling short, a glass extension could be the answer
By Sarah Handley
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Extension ideas for semi-detached houses — 10 clever options to consider
There are more options for extending a semi-detached property than you might think, as these ideas show
By Sarah Handley
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Extension ideas for bungalows – 8 transformative options to make the most of a single-storey home
Make the most of the living space on offer
By Sarah Handley
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Should you go for an extension or a loft conversion? Property experts reveal which option will add the most space and value
Extensions and loft conversions are both popular ways to extend your living space, but we put them head-to-head to see which is best for your home
By Sarah Handley
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Wraparound extension guide — expert advice on planning the best rear and side addition combination
Create generous additional space for your home with a wraparound extension
By Sarah Warwick
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Side return extension costs — how much will it cost you to add space and will it be worth it?
Trying to budget for your side return extension costs? Our guide makes it easy
By Natasha Brinsmead