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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4 bright ideas to bring more natural light into your home
Sponsored by Korniche
Korniche’s glazed products can help create space that is filled with daylight and wow-factor
By Sponsored
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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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Electric heater vs electric blanket — heating experts weigh in on the effectiveness (and affordability) of these winter warmers
Constantly cold at night? Experts weigh in on whether an electric heater or electric blanket will suit you best
By Lauren Bradbury
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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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Extension ideas for every budget — 11 design options that will add both space and value to your home, no matter your project fund
Want more space? Rather than moving think about reconfiguring your home to suit your needs with advice from our experts
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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Our guide to choosing a bathroom radiator - avoid the dreaded post-shower shivers with these rules to follow
Everything you need to consider before buying a new bathroom radiator
By Natasha Brinsmead
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How many electric heaters do you need to heat a house? It all depends on these 5 things, according to experts
5 things to consider if you want to know exactly how many you’ll need to beat the chill this winter
By Lauren Bradbury
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How much does an extension cost? What you can expect to pay and how to keep costs down
We break down the costs for you
By Sarah Handley
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What is a party wall agreement and could you be breaking the law by not having one?
If you are extending or renovating this is something you should brush up on
By Natasha Brinsmead
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‘This is how we saved £25,000 on our extension — it never would have been affordable otherwise'
See how we turned an ugly car port into a luxury media room on a budget
By Laura Crombie
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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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Home renovation trends 2025 for every type of property
Brush up on the latest home renovation trends to ensure the work you carry out will bring your property bang up to date
By Natasha Brinsmead
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10 things you should never do when looking for a builder – what you should do instead
A good, reliable builder can be worth their weight in gold to a homeowner with renovation or extension plans
By Sarah Handley
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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
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Side extension costs — how much should you budget to add extra space?
With our expert guide to side extension costs you can ensure your project runs super smoothly
By Natasha Brinsmead
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How to add a side extension for a bigger home without using up the garden
There are lots types of side extension beyond the classic return — do you know all the alternatives?
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Extension vs conservatory — which is right for your home?
Weigh up whether an extension or a conservatory is the best way to add space with our expert guide
By Sarah Warwick
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10 side return extension ideas to make the most out of the additional space
These side return extension ideas will help transform wasted outdoor space into a light, bright and flexible living area
By Sarah Handley
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Side return extensions guide — is it the right addition for your home?
Our guide to side return extensions is packed with all the expert advice you need to get started
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Want to stay on good terms with your builder? Avoid these phrases
If you want to ensure your home building project runs smoothly, don’t blurt out everything that comes to mind
By Aditi Sharma
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Is a ceramic heater or oil-filled radiator better for warming a home? The pros and cons to consider before investing
We spoke to industry experts to help you decide which heater to invest in to warm up your home
By Eilidh Williams
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Is it a really bad idea to project manage your own extension project or a brilliant route to cutting costs?
We look at the pros and cons of project managing your own extension, and help you determine whether you're up to the job
By Natasha Brinsmead
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Should I extend my kitchen? Pros, cons and the alternatives to consider, according to design experts
If you’re thinking about a kitchen extension, our expert guide will help you weigh up whether it’s the best choice for your home
By Sarah Warwick
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21 things homeowners wish they knew before extending their home
Taking on an extension project for the first time can be daunting, so we spoke to those who had been there and done it
By Sarah Handley
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Will an extension add value to your home? The lowdown on the potential of creating extra space
Discover the difference an extension could make to what a home is worth with knowhow from property experts
By Sarah Warwick
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Flat roof extensions — could this type of addition give you the extra space you are craving in your home?
Considering a flat roof extension for your home? Forget what you've heard, this is a great way to add space and value to your property
By Natasha Brinsmead


