Budget Buyer's Guides

Your walls and fences shouldn’t be an afterthought. Make a statement with one of these designs.

Rainwater management is something that is often overlooked whendesigning the exterior of your house. But it is finishing touches likethis that can make all the difference. Finish off your home's exteriorwith sensitive guttering and downpipes.

Choosing the right bricks for your house's facade is a major decision as it's not something that can be easily altered once it's built. Smooth and contemporary or ‘weathered’ and handmade — there’s a brick to suit every project, here are some of the latest...

Induction and gas hobs — 2010’s offerings make cooking quicker and more efficient than ever, here are some of the latest gas and electrical hobs on the market. Plus advice from an industry expert.

A well-thought-out patio or decking area can be the perfect finish to a garden or outdoor space. From rustic, tumbled setts to smart decking and sleek, contemporary stone slabs, we bring you some of the latest styles.

A buyer's guide to the latest showers and showers heads, with something for every style and budget. Plus a full list of stockists and suppliers.

Rustic or contemporary, solid or engineered, wood endures as a timeless floor finish in all forms. Here's a look at the latest wooden flooring available, plus expert advice on how to maintain your wood floors.

From classic cast iron columns to sculptural aluminium works of art, the choice of radiators has never been wider. Here's a range of the latest radiators on the market, guaranteed to both heat your home and make a style statement.

Elegant, stylish, but above all practical — today’s basins come in all shapes and sizes. We take a look at the latest bathroom basins available to help you decide which style is right for your bathroom.

Softwood, hardwood, PVCu or aluminium — the choice has never been wider. H&R takes a look at some of the casement windows currently available, plus advice on specifying windows from industry experts.

You might need more than three loos in your new home, so you may as well make them stylish. Here's a selection of the latest porcelain thrones available.

Style and function go hand-in-hand with these eye-catching models. A range of cooker hoods to suit all kitchen types, budgets and requirements.

Despite our passion for stylish and luxurious bathrooms, not all of us have the available space for huge bathing areas. So how do you turn a relatively poky space into a bathroom (or en suite) that feels luxurious? Natasha Brinsmead gives advice to help you make the most of your small bathroom.

Advertisement Feature from Machine Mart: Keeping your garage or workshop warm is not just for comfort, it’s a matter of safety too. It is much more difficult to use machines and tools when your hands are cold and the risk of injury rises as the temperature falls.

A garage door can account for as much as 20 per cent of a home’s façade, so your chosen design will have a huge impact on your property’s kerb appeal. Melanie Griffiths explains what you need to know when buying a garage door and showcases some great examples.

Your cooker hood will do much more than just extract stale air — it will also serve as a focal point in the kitchen, and whether you opt for a design-led model or something more discrete, you have a lot to think about. Melanie Griffiths explains.

The range has evolved in form and function — but is still the heart of any kitchen, regardless of style. Claire Lloyd explains the options.

A top-quality sink can make or break a kitchen — and with models like these, the idea of donning rubber gloves has never been so appealing. H&R talks you through the major decisions you need to make when buying a kitchen sink, including size, design and material.

Today’s radiators have become a feature in their own right - twenty-first century radiators are increasingly inventive in style, colour and form - but don’t lose sight of their function. Claire Lloyd explains the options.

Your chosen bricks will have a monumental impact on your home’s façade — and with an ever-growing variety of colours and textures, getting the right blend is no easy task. Claire Lloyd explains.

Add shimmer to your bathroom with beautiful wall tiles. Melanie Griffiths explains what you need to know and reveals H&R’s pick of the best.

Long gone are the days when the only modern choice was white plastic. Switches and sockets are now a feature in their own right — and a detail you need to plan from the outset. Claire Lloyd explains

Packed with a multitude of functions, it’s no wonder that 90 per cent of homes now possess a built-in oven and hob, instead of a traditional range. Melanie Griffiths picks out the best on the market.

Roof tiles – particularly on traditional roofs, with their steeper pitches – play a huge role in the way your new home will look. Claire Lloyd helps you choose the right tiles for your roof.

Planning for your shower enclosure and tray from the outset will enable you to achieve a luxury feel regardless of your budget. Claire Lloyd explains what to look out for and reveals the latest products available.

Expert advice on choosing and laying your new floor. The intrinsic beauty and durability of natural wood makes it a classic flooring choice. Melanie Griffiths offers buying advice for both real and wood-look options.

An expert buyer's guide to investing in a fire and fire surround.In these days of efficient insulation and central heating, it’s tempting to overlook the need for a fireplace — which would be a huge mistake.Claire Lloyd explains how to choose a fire and appropriate surround

Expert advice to choosing materials and the latest in kitchen luxury. Far beyond enduring the daily grind, the right worktop will transform your cooking space, setting a tone of quality; even lifting an otherwise ‘standard’ kitchen into the realms of luxury. Melanie Griffiths looks at the best.

Expert buyer’s guide to the latest trends and luxuries. Be it pride of place in the family bathroom, or hidden away in a little-visited cloakroom, your choice of basin will serve as the room’s focal point, so take the opportunity to impart some luxury.Melanie Griffiths offers buying advice.

What is the first thing you notice when you look at a staircase? It’s rarely the treads – vital though they are – or even whether it twists and turns or runs straight. In fact, the aspect that creates the biggest visual impact is the one part that’s purpose is to keep you safe. Melanie Griffiths looks at balustrading.