Exteriors
Our exterior renovations cover everything from doors and windows to render and cladding. And we explain how to maintain elements such as your roof and guttering
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Exterior
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Christmas window decors to get your home (and neighbours) in the festive spiritDon't forget about Christmas window decor ideas - it could be just what your home needs for the perfect festive finishing touch
By Tamara Kelly
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14 Christmas door decor ideas to greet guests with festive cheerGive the outside of your home a taste of the Christmas magic with our round-up of seasonal decoration ideas
By Holly Walsh
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Study reveals that this unique front door colour is set to be huge in 2024Here's why it could be a good choice for your home
By Amy Hunt
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'There is an art to making the right decisions around cladding' - architect Charlie Luxton tells us allIdeal Home's architectural expert Charlie Luxton explains how to choose the perfect cladding for your home
By Charlie Luxton
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How to maintain your roof - everything you need to knowEnsure you know how to maintain your roof from spotting problems and DIY fixes to when to seek professional assistance
By Holly Reaney
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How to make the right choice when choosing the glazing for your homeMake sure your windows don't just look good, but do good too
By Sponsored
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How to choose traditional windows for period homesTraditional windows play a vital role in both a property’s aesthetics and its energy efficiency, so choose the style carefully
By Holly Reaney
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Welcome more natural light into your home with VELUX®Let the VELUX design advisory service help you work out how to bring more light into your rooms
By Sponsored
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How to choose the best front door to make the most of your period homeWell-considered period front door ideas will help you to create a valuable first impression and can transform the appearance of your property
By Holly Reaney
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Why sliding doors continue to soar in popularityChoosing between bifold or sliding doors in your renovation? There is a reason one of them continues to be a favourite in UK homes
By Sponsored
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Replacing a roof – everything you need to knowReplacing a roof might sound intimidating, but our easy-to-understand expert guide will help you get it right
By Caramel Quin
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Glass wall design ideas - all you need to know about glass partition wallsBring light into your home by swapping solid walls for stylish designs that incorporate glass
By Caramel Quin
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External wall insulation problems – what can go wrong?The potential issues with installing external wall insulation and how to avoid them
By Rhoda Parry
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How much does external wall insulation cost?Find out what to budget for external wall insulation
By Rhoda Parry
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Cavity wall insulation problems – what can go wrongDiscover the most common complications of cavity wall insulation and how to solve them
By Rhoda Parry
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How much does cavity wall insulation cost?What to budget for when retrofitting cavity wall insulation
By Rhoda Parry
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A guide to external wall insulation - your questions answeredIncrease your home’s energy efficiency and cut energy bills with EWI
By Rhoda Parry
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Choosing between bifold or sliding doors for your extension? There is now a third-optionSlide and turn doors are the best of both worlds with unobstructed views and flexibility
By Sponsored
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How to paint an exterior wall - a step-by-step to spruce-up your outdoor spaceSmarten up outdoor walls with a fresh coat of paint
By Lisa Fazzani
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Get your home ready for Easter with this pretty doorscaping trendPretty pastels and lashings of flowers are guaranteed to give your neighbours a seasonal treat
By Laurie Davidson
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Will you be adding some swag to your front door this Christmas with this new festive trend?Introducing the Christmas door swag
By Rebecca Knight
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7 glorious gravel driveways for your country homeTransform the entrance to your home with a statement gravel driveway
By Ginevra Benedetti
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5 country rooms with beautiful bi-folding doorsThese inspirational rooms open up whole walls to the great outdoors for a seamless transition between outside and in
By Tara King
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Make a celebrity entrance – Holly Willoughby leads the way with her Christmas door decorationsForget celebrity Christmas trees, this year is all about their front doors
By Tamara Kelly
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How to insulate a garage door – step by stepFollow our guide to garage door insulation to create a warm, dry and energy efficient space
By Rhoda Parry
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Make it personal this year with new Next Christmas wreaths, barware and moreThe retailer is helping us put our stamp on Christmas 2019 with extensive personalised homeware
By Tamara Kelly
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Exterior paints and finishesLet a coat of fresh colour bring outside spaces to life and protect your house, shed and fencing from the elements
By Ginevra Benedetti


