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July 2025

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July 29
- 7 glazing innovations that can make homes more comfortable, lower maintenance and potentially safer
July 28
- Which brickwork pointing styles are best for historic or contemporary buildings?
July 27
- No, an air purifier won’t cool a room — but it might still be worth using one this summer
- Noisy neighbours or traffic sounds ruining your downtime in the garden? These 6 soundproofing tips will restore peace and quiet to your outdoor space
July 26
- Will air conditioning noise make you hot and bothered, or is a small increase in sound levels worth the cooling breeze?
- Can you build a patio in a sloping garden? Yes say the experts, providing you follow this 5-step action plan to get it right
July 25
- Can’t decide between acoustic and triple glazing? Here’s what you really need to know
- What is an annexe — and when is it the best way to extend a home?
July 24
- Do listed building grades make a difference to your home renovation plans? Yes, and here's why
July 23
- Microcement and underfloor heating — everything you need to know before you install
July 22
- Why safety, strength and solar gain will all determine what glass you need for a glass extension
July 21
- Extending a listed building? I took on the challenge and here's what I learnt about dealing with the 'extra-ordinary'
July 20
- Can you convert a loft without building regulations approval? Why you could land yourself in seriously hot water
- Quickly learn how to replace a window handle with advice from the pros
- How to choose the best shed security alarms and systems to keep the contents safe
July 19
- How to avoid drilling into wires: Know your electrics and use a wire detector
- How to make a bee watering station to help pollinators survive the hot weather — it's a child-friendly activity too
- Can you turn a pond into a natural swimming pool?
- Does my house need rewiring? 7 signs that it could be time to call in an electrician
July 18
- Wasps completely ruined my sunny garden weekend, so I spoke to pest control experts, and they gave me 5 tips on fixing the problem
- What is a solar panel inverter and how important is it in your solar PV set up?
July 17
- Getting your heat pump size right isn't just a simple equation. Here's everything your installer will need to take into account
July 16
- Check out these expert tiling an uneven floor tips to make sure you get a flat and level surface
July 15
- Using a dehumidifier to dry paint is not the shortcut you think it is — here's why it won't work
July 14
- The secrets of successfully bricking up a window as revealed by experts
July 13
- How to paint wardrobe doors to give a fresh look to your bedroom
July 12
- How to keep your home safe from burglars — essential security strategies
- Could this swimming pool trend from the USA and Australia soon be making a splash in gardens across the UK?
July 11
- I never start a decorating project without this £9 Amazon buy by my side — this is why you need to add one to your tool collection
- 6 simple tricks designers use to make a patio look expensive – they're the perfect way to get a chic patio upgrade for less
- I was going to buy a pressure washer this Prime Day, but I picked up this £2 product to refresh my patio instead
July 10
- Wondering whether to splash out on an air conditioning unit or fan? Here's how they rack up so you can confidently shop
- How I trained the hedges in my cottage garden using this £11 arch from Amazon
- Confused by how big your dehumidifier needs to be? Follow these simple sizing rules
- You've been using your fan all wrong — this surprising hack helps you cool down a room faster
July 9
- I'm a DIY expert and these are the essential tools I always buy on Amazon to make decorating projects easier
- Don't ignore these important factors when asking 'what size air con unit do I need?'
- I'm fed up of being time poor which is why these 4 time-saving appliances are now top of my Amazon wishlist ready for when they're on sale
July 8
- Why I'll be using Prime Day to stock up on these winter essentials to help combat condensation, mould and chilly hallways
- Can doorbell cameras be hacked? Experts reveal the threats you should know about, plus how to keep yours protected
July 7
- Will an enclosed or open porch be best for your home? Why the experts say it's about the design of your property
- Struggling to keep your home cool? You could be making these common air conditioning mistakes
July 6
- I'm a building expert and am often asked 'what are the best ways to insulate your home?' Here's my top 6 recommendations
- Can you have a video doorbell without a subscription?
- My mum's gardening hack showed me the surprising benefits of moles in your lawn
July 5
- 8 expert-approved landscape lighting techniques to show off your garden when the sun goes down
- Does your lawn have more dead grass than living? Experts share whether you can simply lay turf over grass and start afresh
- 7 places never to put air conditioning if you actually want to enjoy its benefits
July 4
- Ring, Nest or Eufy? How to choose the right home security system for your property
- 9 clever ways to make a small patio look bigger – they're effective, easy to achieve and perfect for compact spaces
- Do you know the main types of air conditioning? All the options to consider in the face of rising temperatures
July 3
- I'm a heritage bricklayer and this is how to avoid common mistakes when repointing brickwork
- Are you having thermostatic valve problems? The pros reveal how to identify and fix issues
July 2
- Why ground source heat pumps could be the cooling fix you didn’t know you had
- How to add garden security lights to deter intruders and illuminate your space effectively
July 1
- If blinds help keep heat in, do they make your room hotter in summer? We explain how to make your windows a weapon in your fight against the heat
- I investigated air conditioning hire to see if it could be a quick solution to working at home in a heatwave