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A rail nightmare: what it’s like on England’s busiest commuter-only train

This evening service from London to Crewe is hot, sweaty and heaving with people, many having to stand or sit in the gangways

The Guardian - UK · Aug 4

6 clever ways to make a radiator look good – there is no excuse for an ugly radiator to sabotage your scheme

From budget-friendly updates to bold design statements

Ideal Home · Jan 4

How much does a basement conversion cost? I asked the pros what you can expect to pay, and what factors will send the price soaring

I asked the pros what you can expect to pay, and what factors will send the price soaring

Ideal Home · Sep 7, 2025

Can you turn a shed into a sauna? Here’s everything you need to know

Imagine having your very own spa-like space in your garden!

Ideal Home · May 30, 2024

How to save on a new bathroom – 10 savvy moves to avoid sinking your reno budget

Discover smart ways to save the pennies and stay on budget when planning your next bathroom refit

Ideal Home · Mar 10, 2024

7 tasks you should add to your winter home maintenance checklist

From bleeding your radiators to getting rid of draughts, the experts reveal their top suggestions

Ideal Home · Dec 28, 2023

Why am I getting condensation between double glazing? And what you can do to fix it

Although you might think your double glazing is on its last legs, that isn’t necessarily the case

Ideal Home · Aug 22, 2023

Should you keep windows open or closed in the heat?

Temperatures are expected to rise by as much as 30C this weekend

Manchester Evening News · Jul 7, 2023

Builder on a ghost-busting mission shares the real cause for haunted house sounds

A builder explains the non-ghostly reasons behind the most common nocturnal clattering, bangs, and hisses heard by homeowners.

Wales Online · Oct 14, 2022