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October 2022

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October 31
- What is the cheapest way to heat a room this winter?
- Tiling onto plasterboard: Here's how to do it and what you need to know
October 30
- Prepare your home for winter with our essential maintenance checklist
- Why to watch out for mummified cats during a renovation (yes, really)
October 29
- What is the diamond on a tape measure? How to use this clever feature
October 28
- How to fix a running toilet with a button flush: A DIY guide
October 27
- How to reduce humidity in a house
October 26
- Insulating wallpaper: A quick, cheap way to warm your home?
- How can insulating pipes protect your home this winter?
- How to build a raised deck: A professional reveals what you need to know
October 25
- How much electricity does a kettle use? The cost of making a cup of tea
- Central heating costs per hour: Should I run my boiler longer at a low heat or in bursts?
October 24
- Planning permission for extensions: Find out if you need consent for your project
- Do thermal curtains work and are they right for you?
- What does chimney breast removal cost? A price guide
October 23
- How to use a laser level: Set up advice, plus clever ideas for using this tool
October 22
- How much does a dishwasher cost to run — and will hand washing save money?
October 21
- What’s it like living with solar PV panels?
- Solar panels for sheds and other garden buildings, are they worth it?
- DIY double glazing: 4 ways to improve your windows on a variety of budgets
- What is a dual pitched roof and what are the pros and cons?
October 20
- Does emulsion paint go off? We answer five common queries
- Off peak electricity times: How can they save you money?
October 19
- Underfloor heating with combi boilers: Pros, cons and your questions answered
- What is a hip roof? The pros and cons of this roof type explained
October 18
- How to paint a banister: Get a tough, great-looking finish
- How much does a roof lantern cost to buy and install?
October 16
- Underfloor heating with heat pumps: How to design your system for maximum efficiency
- What is a multi tool and what DIY jobs is it brilliant for?
October 15
- How to whitewash wood: top tips to get the distressed look
- What uses the most electricity in the home? We examine your appliances
October 14
- A guide to UK house styles, eras and architectural features
- Renovating a Georgian house: How to embrace this elegant house style
October 13
- Can you burn coal in a log burner? What fuels you can use in your stove
- Painting wood: Pro tips on how to prep and paint
October 12
- 4 reasons to choose glazed internal doors
- Conservatory conversion: How to adapt a conservatory for year-round use
October 11
- Can you use emulsion on wood? We answer your questions
October 10
- Edwardian house renovation: Your complete design guide
October 9
- What is a composite door? The pros, cons and costs
October 8
- 3 gardening experts reveal when to stop cutting your grass this winter
October 7
- Do I need an architect for an extension? The benefits, and alternatives, explained
October 6
- What is architrave, where is it used and why do you need it?
- How to paint a wall with a roller: pro tips and techniques
October 5
- Boiler Upgrade Scheme receives extra £1.5bn in government funding
- How much does wood flooring cost? Options for every budget
- Silicone vs caulk: What's the difference and how should they be used?
October 4
- Do dehumidifiers dry clothes effectively? Why they could be a good option this winter
- How long does plaster take to dry? The answer might not be as straightforward as you think
October 3
- 1970s house renovation guide: How to go from drab to fab
October 2
- What oil-filled radiator running costs should you expect this winter?
- Do silicone removal tools really work? We put them to the test and here's our verdict
October 1
- How can I cut my energy bills in a 60s to 80s house? Three experts give their verdict