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5 messy things that guests always notice in your bathroom – and the clever storage essentials you can use to hide them from nosy visitors

How to host in (clutter-free) style

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Interiors experts reveal the 4 living room colours going out of style in 2026 – and the new go-to shades replacing them

Is your living room colour scheme on the list?

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Can an all-white home survive kids and pets? How it works for this family of four (with bonus bunnies)...

From dated decor to a light-filled space

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5 things that people with a tidy bathroom always have – low-effort upgrades to make your small space work smarter and not harder

Fake a clutter-free space in the most chaotic room of the house

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From bed to bath – converting a spare room helped this couple create their dream washspace

Bright white tiling, patterned flooring, wood accessories and brass fittings were all must-haves in this new bathroom

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2026 is set to be the year of the 'joy-first home' – 5 wellbeing trends for a happier home in the new year

The home wellbeing trends shaping the year ahead

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These are the 4 paint colours experts recommend leaving in 2025 – and what shades are replacing them in the new year

‘What once felt fresh is now being criticised as overly sterile and flat’

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I love my steam cleaner, but this is the one place I’d never use it – especially during the autumn and winter months

Every home should have one, but this cleaning tool could still cause damage

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‘In a smaller space, lighting has to work harder’ – experts reveal how to choose the best lighting for a small living room to open up the space

These are experts' top tips on choosing the right lamps and light fixtures, along with the best styles to go for in a compact lounge

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This is how I make my kitchen worktops work harder – 3 simple tricks that will get rid of any dead space

Tried and tested - these easy tips actually work

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Heating experts want you to put this one item above your radiators this winter to heat up a room quickly and efficiently

It's a myth that radiator shelves won't help to heat your home

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How to make an uncomfortable sofa comfier – experts share their quick fixes to make your seating feel better without spending too much

Quick fixes to transform a firm or lumpy sofa

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How to plan a small living room – 14 questions experts say you should consider to make the most of a tiny lounge

A step-by-step guide to designing a small living room like a pro

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The 11 cleaning jobs I always do in January as a cleaning and home organisation expert to kick of the New Year

You don't need to scrub the house from top to bottom, these 11 jobs are the best place to start

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11 mistakes to avoid when extending your home for a headache-free project

If you want your project to run smoothly, from start to finish, and result in the home of your dreams, these are the extension mistakes to steer well clear of

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Is green out for 2025? Absolutely not, and these are the 3 shades to pay attention to

Green's revival will continue long into 2025

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These are 7 places mould hides in your home - how to spot and remove it quickly, according to experts

The mould hotspots you should be aware of

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‘We had to learn DIY along the way as we’d never even painted a wall before!’

How this first-time buyer's property was transformed into a stylish family home

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Are you cleaning these 5 things around your home with a pumice stone? Experts say you should be

No, pumice stones aren’t just for your feet…

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'I spent a lot of time curating the rooms – I want my home to be unique'

An eclectic and sophisticated family home packed with personality

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How to use lighting to boost productivity at home - Get the right lighting to feel energised, efficient and effective

Harness the power of lighting when you need to get things done

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Reworking the floorplan of this 1930s semi-detached house has created the perfect family home

By completely reworking the floor plan, the homeowner was able to restore the beautiful symmetry of her 1930s semi-detached home

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The liquorice colour combo is going to be 2025 most playful interior trend - here's how to make it work

The result is effortlessly classy

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Painting the staircase black has taken this renter's hallway from drab to fabulous

The striking painted staircase takes pride of place in this hallway makeover and sets the scene for the rest of the stylish rental home

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Pastel pink and green are a match made in heaven in this modern country kitchen

Choosing soft shades of pink and green, this homeowner has curated a calm kitchen with a nod to modern country living

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