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First it was grey, then blue, then viva magenta was all the rage. Now with summer well and truly on the horizon, the cool greens of summer have arrived. Those considering renovating, remodelling or simply...

Homeowners left in the shadows by neighbouring sheds, fences and home extensions should not dispair. With a mini boom in new home extensions following the pandemic, those living next door or nearby can...

With soaring costs of living and property prices, it is well documented that more and more grown-up children are having to move back home. But how are both parents and their adult off-spring coping with...

Pantone has announced its new colour of the year and anyone thinking about redecorating or refurbishing a room in 2023 may be interested in considering it. Viva Magenta (18-1750) is a gorgeous red that...

When times are hard we take refuge in our flats, houses and other places of living – and sometimes making changes can improve our mood. Whether you are planning an extension, renovation or remodelling...

The latest snap of cold weather may be on its way out but over the coming months we could well be in for more snow and ice. With freezing temperatures comes the risk of burst pipes – here are seven...

Households can reduce their utility bills by over £500 a year by making small changes to the way they use their household appliances, according to the Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances...

As the temperature tumbles and our gardens start to look bare and wintery, many of us decide we would rather wait until the spring to tidy up our outside space. But, says TV plantsman and horticulturalist...

The weather has certainly turned and many of us are playing the “should we” or “shouldn’t we” game of whether or not to put the central heating on. And with energy costs soaring,...

What is top of your wish list when you search for your new home? Or are there features you hope to add through remodelling, extension or conversion work on either your existing property or the one you...

This summer we have seen the highest ever temperatures in the UK – and, according to the experts, there are more to come. There has been much discussion about how we should be designing and building...

If you’re looking to liven up your home over the coming weeks, you might want to go big and bold by bringing in something deliciously tropical. Gorgeous greens, beautiful blues, strong yellows and...