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How to create a garden design that's functional, looks good and is packed with year-round interest
By Lucy Willcox last updated
Often dismissed as an after-thought, garden design works best when you consider it at the start of a home improvement project. Here's what to think about

Can you skim over wallpaper? Yes, but it's not always the right choice. Experts reveal the steps to success
By Steve Jenkins published
Discover the scenarios, reasons and tools you’ll need to skim over wallpaper – and when you should always avoid it

I love the thought of air conditioning but am not a fan of how it looks — is there ever a way to blend it into your interiors?
By Natasha Brinsmead published
We asked the experts whether there is a way of making air conditioning look more attractive, or if a big white box is the best you can hope for?

Should your kitchen and utility room match? Designers think you might be asking the wrong question
By Gabriella Dyson published
Is matching your utility room to your kitchen really the right call, or are the best schemes doing something altogether different?

The bathroom trend that's turning the toilet into the beat seat in the house
By Megan Milstead published
Loos with a view are all the rage online, but how practical are they in reality? Here's how to bring this toilet trend into your home while overcoming the privacy element

Ants in your garden? Here's why they keep coming back – and the best ways to get rid of them
By Megan Milstead published
From managing moisture levels to removing food sources, our experts share their top tips for preventing ants in the garden

Want a garden refresh without spending a fortune? This budget-friendly product is the summer upgrade you've been searching for
By Sarah Harley published
Cheap, versatile and easy to install, bamboo fence roll offers an affordable way to add privacy and style to your outdoor space. Here's what you need to know and where to buy it

Could a laundry maid be the solution to drying laundry indoors? We explain what it is, where it goes, and where it definitely doesn't work
By Gabriella Dyson published
Put a laundry maid in the wrong spot and it's more of a hindrance than a help. Here's where the experts say it should go for the best results
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