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Advice
If the term 'form factor' is new to you, pay attention. Here's why every self-builder needs to understand its importance
It might sound like architectural jargon, but form factor can have a big influence on your home’s cost, comfort and energy performance. Architect Allan Corfield explains what it means and why it matters
5 things I wish someone had told me before I bought a bioethanol stove
I love my bioethanol stove, but I've picked up a few useful tips and lessons that could help make your own experience simpler from day one
Fed up with trailing cables? These 5 expert-recommended solutions will help restore order
It only takes a matter of moments to hide appliance cables around your home – but it makes a huge difference to how it looks and also helps to remove risk
I'm a deals newsletter editor and these 8 Amazon Prime Big Deal Days offers are still available – snap them up before the sale ends
If your fingertips are ready to shop in the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale, don't hang about. There are loads of offers online and these are some of our favourites
Your Projects
‘Buying a site without planning permission was a risk’ – step inside this future-proofed self-build with countryside views from every angle
A dated, post-war building has been replaced by a new hi-tech home that sits cosily within its Cotswold setting
‘The building was in such an appalling state’ – step inside this historic lakeside castle transformed into a magical modern-day home
From the moment he spotted a neglected lakeside ruin, Joe Radmore was on a mission to give it the regal treatment
From a dark, cluttered home to a sunlit sanctuary, see how a glazed extension transformed this Edwardian London terrace
Prioritising sustainable materials and a strong link to the outdoors has turned an Edwardian London terrace into a peaceful, contemporary home
'Our home has become a retreat' – step inside this extended Victorian lodge that embraces the old and the new
David and Catherine McIntosh gave new life to their historic Hertfordshire home with a sensitive blend of period charm and contemporary design
How To
I stopped cleaning my paintbrushes after every job – these simple tricks save time and keep them ready for the next day
You don’t always need to clean your brushes and rollers after every decorating session. I’ve found these simple ways to store them overnight without letting them dry out
Bland white radiators letting down your interiors? Find out how to paint them for a low-cost, easy upgrade
Expert DIYer Steve Jenkins explains how to paint a radiator in 5 easy steps, as well as the tools and paint you'll need for a professional finish
I thought my damp and mouldy shed was beyond repair, but these 6 steps helped bring it back to life
I finally plucked up the courage to open my mouldy shed after years of neglect. Here's the advice experts gave me to get it back in working order before winter
How I fitted cane webbing to my cupboard door fronts for an instant face-lift
Fitting cane webbing to cupboard doors can give you a soft and sophisticated effect, and be a more practical solution too
Worried you won't be able to revive your lawn once the drought is over? Save this advice and you'll get your lawn looking lush once again
While water is still scarce, there's not much you can do about your brown lawn. But, our four-step guide explains how to restore it to its former green glory once heatwaves and hosepipe bans are no more
Ideas
Struggling to make your small front garden stand out? Here's 13 ideas to show how even tiny plots can make an impression
Ideas From clever planting to standout features, these ideas prove that even the tiniest front garden can be transformed into something special
Want to keep heat out but let light in? These 10 beautiful brise soleil ideas balance sun and shade in perfect measures
Brise soleil is the perfect example of form meeting function – and is going to get more and more common as UK temperatures continue to rise
Got a large garden? Here’s how to turn all that space into something amazing
A big garden doesn't have to feel overwhelming – discover 14 brilliant ways to create a space packed with character, stunning planting and places you’ll want to linger
Sorry neighbours, there's nothing to see here – 11 bathroom privacy ideas that let in light but keep your modesty intact
From clever window treatments to stylish alternatives you may not have considered, these privacy ideas for bathroom windows keep natural light flowing while keeping unwanted eyes out
Buying Guides
6 best portable heaters for fast and flexible heating this winter (tried and tested)
Want quick, portable heating at the touch of a button? We put the best heaters to the test – here are our favourites based on performance, efficiency and ease of use
The 6 best outdoor solar lights to brighten up your garden, paths and driveway – tested and approved
Cheap to run and easy to install, we've tested the best outdoor solar lights to illuminate your garden in style
The 9 best dehumidifiers for tackling damp and condensation – tried and tested in our homes
Looking for the best dehumidifiers? We've rounded up our top picks for reducing condensation, damp and mould, and drying laundry faster
We tested the best cordless drills for DIY – these 6 impressed us most
Want the best cordless drill for your toolkit? We've shortlisted our top picks, including impact drivers, combi drills and hammer drills
