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Don’t get air conned: everything you need to know before you buy AC

August 6, 2024 9:50 am

With climate change meaning we are likely facing more extreme high temperatures more often, many people are thinking of investing in air conditioning. Here’s what you need to know before you buy...

Stay cool with these garden shade ideas

July 26, 2024 7:45 pm

When it comes to keeping your cool in the garden, there have never been more stylish choices available. We’ve got all the best options for shading your outdoor space this summer...

Multigenerational homes: how to make living with the in-laws work

July 9, 2024 9:04 pm

More and more people are finding themselves living with their parents and/or adult children. But how do you make multigenerational living work for everyone involved? We’ve got the expert advice you need...

IKEA hacking: Everybody’s doing it and here’s why

March 15, 2024 7:07 am

The whole world's #ikeahacking. We find out why....

OMG! Check out Airbnb’s OMG! properties

February 7, 2024 8:31 pm

Take inspiration for your home as well as your holidays from Airbnb's quirky OMG! properties....

The best bamboo furniture and homeware products

December 19, 2023 10:54 am

Here’s why your home – and the planet – needs more bamboo...

Row of typical English terraced houses in West Hampstead, London

How to insulate a Victorian house

December 14, 2023 12:49 pm

Six ways you can insulate a Victorian house, from loft down to floors...

Best plywood kitchens 2024

December 7, 2023 9:32 am

Our round-up of the best companies to turn to if you want to create your own plywood kitchen, from natural veneers to colourful laminate....

Perfect plywood: Why ply is hot right now

December 5, 2023 5:52 pm

Some of the most fashionable contemporary kitchens are made from plywood. We find out why ply is the hippest material around....

Typical British Victorian terraced houses around Kensal Rise in London

Can you insulate a Victorian house?

November 7, 2023 5:27 pm

How to overcome the challenges of making a Victorian house more energy efficient...

Feature wall ideas

October 25, 2023 8:56 am

Some of the hottest trends and most creative takes on that favourite styling trick: the feature wall...