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By Steve Jenkins published
Will Lidl's power tool range bag you a bargain, or will a trip to Amazon save you even more money? We take a look at what’s available and where the best prices are

By Natasha Brinsmead published
Mould anywhere in the home is never a welcome sight, but in the loft it could be pointing to some serious issues that need putting right. Our guide reveals how to sort the problem

By Gabriella Dyson published
With guidance from interior designers, we discover how to turn a dining room into a home office that works hard from 9–5 and feels inviting again by dinnertime

By Amy Cutmore published
We decided to DIY, but did we regret it? We love the results, but it's definitely a learning curve

By Alison Wall published
Taking on the restoration of a run-down Grade II-listed property and transforming it into a character-filled, energy-efficient home was an opportunity Amanda and Warren East couldn’t resist

By Caroline Ednie published
After buying a house they had initially written off, David and Magali set about adding a contemporary space to form a stunning family home

By Alexandra Pratt published
Ben and Ruth Prior replaced a coastal bungalow with a contemporary self-build to maximise family living space and views of the Cornish coastline

By Seán O'Connell published
Knowing this was going to be their lifetime home, Dawn and Graham Hillier put heart and soul into every aspect of their new-build project

By Seán O'Connell published
When the owners needed more light and space, the solution was a light-filled extension that's brimming with energy-efficient ideas

By Debbie Jeffery published
For these novice self-builders, demolishing a semi-detached bungalow to make way for a contemporary detached family home wasn't an easy ride

By Megan Milstead published
Unsure what oil-filled radiator size you need? The experts explain how to figure it out

By Steve Jenkins last updated
Spray painting kitchen cabinets will give them a professional new look, help save the planet and save you some serious money

By Steve Jenkins last updated
Learn how painting gloss kitchen cabinets can instantly transform your kitchen and how to tackle this makeover project with our expert DIY guide

By Megan Milstead published
Learn all about oil-filled radiators and find out whether they’re worth the investment

By Steve Jenkins last updated
Painting a hallway isn’t the easiest paint project to tackle. Here we reveal expert help on how to choose the right colours, prepare and paint, and how to tackle hard to reach walls and ceilings

By Steve Jenkins last updated
Painting over mould can help restore your home to looking its best, but how do you do it? And what prep do you need to do? Our expert explains all

By Sarah Harley last updated
Once a room reserved for tiles and paint, bathroom panelling ideas offer a fresh and innovative alternative when choosing your wall finishes

By Sarah Harley last updated
Garden trends in 2026 will focus not just on the user-experience, but also on nurturing the land. From mini meadows to wellness zones here's what to expect

By Natasha Brinsmead last updated
The best dehumidifiers help eliminate condensation, prevent damp and mould, dry your laundry and even cut energy bills. Here's our tried and tested favourites

By Megan Milstead published
We tested the best window vacs for tackling winter condensation – here are the winners

By Jack Woodfield, Megan Milstead last updated
We tested the best LED bulbs that are long-lasting, inexpensive and help create different levels of ambience

By Hugh Metcalf last updated
Wondering what the best angle grinder is for your DIY project? Here's our pick of 5 of the best you can buy right now