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9 simple rules designers swear by for brightening a dark living room — that you can try in your home too
By Gabriella Dyson published
If your living room leans on the side of dark and gloomy there are ways of making it brighter. From windows to floors, here's how to make the light work harder

Move over kitchen pantry – a bantry is the new feature I want in my kitchen
By Sarah Harley published
From hidden cocktail stations to beautifully organised cabinetry, these bantry ideas show why this hybrid kitchen solution is taking off fast

Installing mosaic tiles can be easy — but you need the right tools to ensure great adhesion, perfect spacing and a professional finish
By Steve Jenkins published
Discover the essential tools and the subtle differences you need to know when laying mosaic tiles compared to standard tiles

Are you missing out on your right to recycle old electronics for free?
By Joseph Mullane published
Retailer take-back schemes already give many UK consumers a legal, no-cost way to recycle old electronics, yet awareness remains low as Simpler Recycling reforms are changing how household waste is handled

My bathroom walls look washed out and flat — I asked the experts which colours to avoid and which shades I should embrace
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Steer clear of these 5 colours in bathrooms say experts if you want to design a bathroom that has timeless appeal

Can you put shredded paper in recycling bins? The answer may surprise you
By Joseph Mullane published
Homeowners are being warned that a common household habit could be undermining recycling efforts, as new Simpler Recycling rules aim to reduce confusion and contamination across England

No food waste bin yet? Homeowners advised to dispose of their scraps in these 6 ways
By Joseph Mullane published
As food waste collections continue to roll out across England, some households are still waiting for caddies and are being advised on ways to manage kitchen scraps in the meantime

'I transformed a redundant hallway alcove with leftover panelling – here's how I did it'
By Megan Milstead published
This simple hallway revamp has sparked multiple budget-friendly ideas for repurposing panelling at home
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