Renovation
Everything you need to know about renovating your home. Whether you’re transforming your extension or designing one from scratch, starting a new project can be overwhelming. We have budget guides and essential checklists for all your renovation and design work
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Renovation
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How to insulate a loft - a step by step guide
Look to DIY loft insulation to enjoy savings on installation and future heating bills
By Sophie Vening
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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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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 answered
Increase your home’s energy efficiency and cut energy bills with EWI
By Rhoda Parry
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Wood flooring ideas – 11 gorgeous floor styles and how to choose
Timeless and elegantly beautiful, what’s not to love?
By Jenny McFarlane
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Choosing between bifold or sliding doors for your extension? There is now a third-option
Slide and turn doors are the best of both worlds with unobstructed views and flexibility
By Sponsored
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10 ways to stop draughts from doors - Expert tips for keeping cold gusts of air out
Our top tips for draught proofing a door and eliminating cold from your home
By Rhoda Parry
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8 gloriously autumnal homes to make you glad the new season has arrived
These cosy homes prove autumn is the best season
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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How to fix squeaky floorboards – repair creaky floors and block draughts
Silence those squeaky floorboards for good with our expert advice
By Amy Cutmore
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Should I build a green roof? Architectural designer Charlie Luxton is a fan
Ideal Home's resident architectural designer Charlie Luxton shares his design know-how
By Charlie Luxton
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Is a bungalow a good investment for renovation? Charlie Luxton explains
Ideal Home's resident architectural designer Charlie Luxton shares his design know-how
By Charlie Luxton
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What is daylighting? How to maximise the natural light levels in your home
Ideal Home's resident architectural designer Charlie Luxton shares his design know-how
By Charlie Luxton
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How to paint an exterior wall - a step-by-step to spruce-up your outdoor space
Smarten up outdoor walls with a fresh coat of paint
By Lisa Fazzani
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Barn conversion ideas and designs for rustic buildings
Barn conversions, including rustic cottages and large country barns full of style ideas and design tips
By Tamara Kelly
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Garage conversion ideas - swap a junk area for extra living space
Discover how to turn a wasted space into a haven for the whole family to use
By Jacky Parker
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How much does a front door cost? Prices explained
Discover what budget you'll need for a new front door
By Rhoda Parry
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35 wall panelling ideas to update any space in your home
Add character, cover uneven walls or insulate your room with these smart and savvy ideas
By Amy Cutmore
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Muggle magician builds the Weasley family clock from Harry Potter
It is now possible to build your own piece of magic with the help of computer code and old antique clock...
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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B&Q launches new online shutter shop
New made-to-measure shutter buying service from B&Q on how to measure shutters for your windows
By Jennifer Drew
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Get your home ready for Easter with this pretty doorscaping trend
Pretty pastels and lashings of flowers are guaranteed to give your neighbours a seasonal treat
By Laurie Davidson
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Kelly Hoppen and Daniel Hopwood style off: The Great Interior Design Challenge judges go head-to-head
The Great Interior Design Challenge is back on our screens. Judges Kelly Hoppen and Daniel Hopwood share their top trends with Ideal Home...
By Liz Stansfield
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5 reasons Livingetc loves... check wallpaper
Roundup of on-trend check, tartan and plaid wallpapers
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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8 fern-print papers to blow you away
Want something inspiring for your home for spring? Bring freshness and light into a room with one of these fabulous fern wallpapers
By Fiona Surfleet
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It's the Birchbox for interiors! Introducing From The Post House subscription box
This is one special delivery!
By Holly Phillips
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A fan of New England style? You'll love these new Lexington Company wallpaper designs
Inspired by the relaxed East Coast lifestyle, Lexington Company have designed a range of classic New England style wallpapers for Boråstapeter, all sure to give your home an authentic Americana vibe
By Tamara Kelly
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Everything you need to know about having a new carpet fitted
Choose the perfect carpet for any room with our step-by-step guide to fabulous flooring
By Celia Lloyd-Jones
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The new vintage interiors trend – set to be even more popular for 2021 than Cottagecore
Move over modern minimalism, more is more for next year's interiors!
By Tamara Kelly