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Want better odds of planning approval? Don't forget these essential documents when submitting your application, says planning expert
Our planning consultant expert explains why Planning and Supporting Statements are often the difference between rejection and approval for self-build, renovation and extension projects
'Think of black like a sophisticated eyeliner that defines the space' – tips on using this bold colour like an interior designer
If you're feeling bold enough to brave black in your interior design scheme, make sure you follow this expert advice before you begin
The ‘high-low’ decorating mindset designers swear by – it could save your budget without sacrificing the finished look
Do interiors that look good always have to blow your budget? Experts reveal where to spend, where to save and how to make your home look more expensive than it is
The verdict is in — experts agree these are the worst flooring types for a kitchen and reveal what to choose instead
From solid wood that warps to high-gloss finishes that show every mark, here's what flooring experts say never truly stands the test of time in a kitchen
Could broken plan living be the answer to a more flexible layout? Designers reveal how to get it right in your home
If open plan living feels overwhelming but a traditional layout feels too enclosed, a broken plan design could be the perfect way to get the best of both worlds
How to grow hydrangeas successfully – expert tips for bigger blooms and healthier shrubs
Discover when to plant hydrangeas, where they thrive best and the simple care tricks that will keep your plants flowering beautifully year after year
These are the smartest spots to install plug-in solar panels around your home, according to an expert
A renewables electrical engineer shares the best places to position plug-in solar panels to maximise efficiency, including balconies, patios, garages and garden walls
Thinking of removing a chimney breast? Make sure you read this advice first before you take a hammer to your walls
Thinking of removing a chimney breast to free up more space? Make sure you read this advice first before you take a hammer to your walls
