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These 4 mistakes are making your small kitchen look cheap –but the fixes are simple
Don't let your bijou kitchen fall foul to these avoidable mishaps
By Holly Walsh
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I took a risk and painted my bathroom dark red – a year on, this is everything I wish I'd done differently
Do I regret it? No.
By Amy Reeves
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‘I think I've found the perfect pink’ - Kimberley Walsh reveals the exact colour she used to paint her 'favourite spot in the house
It's the ideal warm and dusky shade
By Kezia Reynolds
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These are the best paint finishes for dark colours in a kitchen, according to experts – hide fingerprints by picking a practical finish
Balance brightness with practicality with these paint finishes
By Holly Cockburn
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3 colours paint experts swear by for a Victorian terraced house kitchen - it's the secret to a light and spacious design
The right shade will transform a dark Victorian space
By Holly Cockburn
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5 best colours for a dark bedroom with little natural light – these clever colour choices will more than make up for a lack of light
Who said you needed an abundance of natural light for a beautiful bedroom?
By Holly Walsh
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Does your kitchen colour fit its era? These are the expert-approved shades that will complement the period of your property
Do you know which colour works best for each time period?
By Holly Walsh
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The best colours to paint a kitchen according to paint pros - pick the perfect shade for large, small, dark and light spaces
The colour trends to follow plus the classic shades that will never date...
By Holly Cockburn
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These are the 3 wall colours to avoid if you have a green kitchen - and the expert-approved shades to try instead
Pair your green cabinets carefully as there are some shades that just won't work
By Holly Walsh
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7 best colours to paint a windowless bathroom that will transform the mood of a dark wash space
A bathroom without a view needn’t sink your plans for a warm and welcoming retreat
By Linda Clayton
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Crown Paint has launched new wall colours for the first time in three years, and changed how I think about neutral shades
Is terracotta the ultimate neutral?
By Rebecca Knight
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5 most welcoming colours to paint a front door, according to experts and colour psychology
Send out the welcoming vibes before the door is even open
By Ellis Cochrane
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Can I paint over old paint on a front door? Experts reveal when it's OK to skip this step
If you're repainting your front door this spring, here's what you should be doing with the old paint first
By Katie Sims
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Living room paint ideas – 27 easy ways to bring your lounge to life with stylish and creative colours and techniques
Want to give your living space a makeover without spending too much? Paint is the way to go
By Jennifer Ebert
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I asked 6 interior designers and stylists what paint finish is their go-to for walls and ceilings – they all agreed these are the best
If you're making over your walls and ceilings with a new coat of paint, these are the finishes you should go for
By Sara Hesikova
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31 bedroom paint ideas to easily transform your space with unexpected paint techniques and shades
If you want to give your bedroom an easy makeover, all you need is paint and these clever ideas
By Tamara Kelly
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How to paint wooden furniture like a pro – decorating experts share their 5 simple steps for a flawless finish every time
Top tips to give your wooden furniture a refresh
By Lauren Bradbury
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4 surprising areas in your home that experts say you really shouldn't paint white
And which colours to choose for them instead
By Sara Hesikova
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Paint ideas for your home – 36 ways to turn every room into a beautiful space bursting with character
These are some of the most creative and clever ways to utilise paint in order to give your space a refresh without breaking the bank
By Tamara Kelly
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What to do with leftover paint – 15 creative ways to utilise small amounts of paint so not a drop goes to waste
Not too sure what to do with all that excess paint sitting in your utility room? These tips will solve that issue once and for all
By Jennifer Morgan
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7 places in your home you’re probably forgetting to paint – but design experts say you really shouldn’t
These are the spots pros recommend highlighting with colour
By Sara Hesikova
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How to paint skirting boards with carpet in 5 easy steps – refresh your home without ripping up your carpet
Protect your carpet with this cheap store cupboard essential
By Lauren Bradbury
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Which white paint is the best? Experts reveal the perfect shade of white for every room and feature
These are the best shades of white for each room of your home, according to paint experts
By Holly Walsh
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How to paint a staircase – the easiest way to decorate your stairs with a new coat of paint
The expert-approved step-by-step guide to the easiest and most efficient way to updating your stairs with paint
By Michela Colling
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Farrow & Ball's releasing 12 new paint shades – these are the ones I predict we’ll soon be seeing everywhere
Meet the 9 brand new paint shades and 3 archival colours Farrow & Ball is launching this week
By Sara Hesikova
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3 simple ways to transform your home with colour ready for spring
A little paint and lots of creativity can go a long way
By Rebecca Knight
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The Traitors Castle has embraced this year’s hottest kitchen colour trend - we think its cherry red kitchen is good enough to kill for
Amongst the murder and mystery, I can't drag my eyes away from the rich red hues
By Kezia Reynolds


