Renovation
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13 front door colours mistakes you might be making – these common errors affect both the look and durability of your entranceway
Thinking of giving your front door a makeover? Just make sure you avoid these errors that are more common than you might think
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Is your conservatory letting your house down? Here's how to modernise it
Get an instant upgrade
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What’s the difference between conservatories and orangeries?
Experts break down the key variations you should know
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Front door colour ideas – 9 shades to elevate your home’s entrance and set it apart from the rest on your road
These are the best front door colours to give your entrance an update and welcome your guests in style
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Do you need planning permission for a garden room?
Make sure you check what consent you need before you add a room in your garden
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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
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Do I need planning permission for an annexe?
Not usually, provided you don’t use it for this one reason, say experts
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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
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Do I need planning permission for windows?
Experts explain the rules for changing your existing frames and adding new openings
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Do you need planning permission for solar panels? This planning expert explains which rules will apply to you
Many homeowners question whether or not planning permission for solar panels will be needed – and our guide is here with the answers
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5 things you need to know before installing a porch to avoid an expensive mistake
Check these things off before diving in to avoid and expensive mistake when installing a porch
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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
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5 reasons to add a rooflight to your kitchen extension
It could be the best decision you ever make
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Rendering a house – everything you need to know
Looking to cover your brickwork with a render? Here's the lowdown on this popular exterior finish.
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The 5 benefits of rendering a house according to Charlie Luxton
Find out why render not only looks good, but offers practical advantages too
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Do you need planning permission for a porch?
Make sure you check whether your porch needs planning consent before you start the installation
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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
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Does a conservatory need building regulations approval? Not always, as these experts explain
Conservatories are exempt from building regulations provided these certain criteria are met
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Do I need planning permission for a heat pump?
Not usually, but experts reveal when you might need consent from the planners
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20 home improvements you can do without planning permission
Many alterations can be done under Permitted Development
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Do you need planning permission for a conservatory?
Make sure you know the rules before you build your conservatory
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What is retrospective planning permission and how easy is it to get? Experts explain why it may be harder than you think
If you didn't get planning consent before starting work, you can apply for it afterwards, but it's a risky move
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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)
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What are the building regulations and what can happen if you ignore them?
This is what the pros say
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Do I need planning permission for a garage conversion?
This is when you do and don’t need it, according to the pros
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Is it illegal to ignore the Party Wall Act?
Experts reveal why you could be risking serious financial consequences if you do
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Do I need planning permission for a loft conversion?
Experts say the answer actually depends on these different factors
