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March 2026

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March 31
- I visited this Octopus Energy Zero Bills home to see if the tech lived up to the hype
- Got washing machine mould? Here's how this cheap pantry staple could help
- Growing bamboo in your garden? This mistake could land you in court
March 30
- 'We saved thousands by building bespoke alcove units ourselves – here's how we did it'
- Are floor tiles in a bedroom a practical choice or design risk? We take a look
March 29
- Large tiles vs small tiles — your essential guide to making the right choice
- Could this small piece of plastic revolutionise flat pack furniture? Here's what I discovered when I tried it for the first time
March 28
- The one kitchen decision that's harder than it looks: Tiles or splashback panels?
- Thinking of installing a loft ladder? Find out how much you can expect to pay
- Could overlay underfloor heating be the best choice for your home renovation project?
- 'I strongly advise against using a washing machine at night' – why you shouldn't run this appliance while you sleep
March 27
- I thought an L-shaped bath would be perfect for a family bathroom — but these 3 mistakes turned my wet zone into a stress zone
- All the space above my kitchen units does is gather dust — so I asked the experts how I could make better use of it
March 25
- How to fix a sagging door? We asked internal door and joinery experts
March 23
- What is a coffered ceiling? Why architects are falling in love with this classic detail all over again
- I'm selling my flat and these are the 6 jobs I always do before an estate agent values my home
March 22
- 4 things my air purifier has taught me about my home’s air quality
- Where to dispose of rubbish that is now banned from your recycling bin under new rules
March 21
- Can you turn any house into a zero energy bills home? Our expert explains what you can do
March 20
- Cold spots on internal walls are not to be ignored — this is what to do
March 19
- Insulating a basement the right way to avoid thermal bridging and trapping moisture
March 18
- Could you be your neighbourhood’s bin hero? How to check (and remember) your bin day
March 17
- How I'm complying with the new recycling rules despite living in a flat with no outside space for four (or five) separate wheelie bins
- 4 spring maintenance tasks you should leave to the professionals
March 16
- The 7 signs your boiler is about to break down — experts reveal how to stop issues before they ever happen
- When was my house built? Accurately dating your house could be more important than you think
March 15
- I thought choosing paint colours was simple – until I learned these 5 rules the hard way
- 6 reasons your lawn looks patchy – plus the easy fixes that actually work
March 14
- My husband and I can never agree on when to turn off the central heating in Spring – so I asked the experts for their advice to put an end to the bickering
- Orangery vs extension — 'both can add appeal if they are well designed and properly integrated,' say the experts, but which to choose?
- Concerned about your drinking water quality? I put these home testing kits to the test
March 13
- I'll never use my tumble dryer overnight again after discovering this hidden danger
- Why designers are choosing veneer in high-end homes — and how it compares to solid wood
March 12
- Yes, dehumidifiers can reduce dust — but not in the way you'd expect
March 11
- ‘It’s become a laundry essential’ – our editors reveal their favourite ways to dry clothes indoors
March 10
- Should I choose floor tiles or laminate for my kitchen? Our verdict is in
March 9
- Having trouble finding the timber studs in a wall? How to use a stud finder like a pro
- The best types of wine storage in a kitchen from specialist fridges to stylish shelves
March 8
- 'This is the secret to ensuring your kitchen extension timeline stays on track, and you avoid lengthy delays,' says self build expert
- Designing a living room in a conservatory — experts reveal their 6 secrets to success
March 7
- RSJ costs should never be worked out online warn experts, and here's why
March 6
- What's causing that green mould on your walls — and is it safe to sleep in the same room?
- Want to make every pound of your build budget count? A quantity surveyor explains why value engineering could be your project’s secret weapon
- I wasted £100s paying for locksmiths to change my door locks. But it turns out I could've done it easily myself — here's how
March 4
- Run, don't walk. Lidl's middle aisle gardening event is live and we predict anyone with green fingers will be snapping up these deals
March 3
- I discovered my home’s extension potential in seconds – here's how you can too
March 1
- How much does a skip cost? A breakdown of prices, sizes and restrictions
- 7 ways to reduce toxins during a renovation — your no-nonsense checklist
- Don't make this mistake when adding light to a basement conversion and you'll end up with a much brighter space below ground