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April 2026

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April 22
- Are you thinking of replacing your bathtub? Check out how much you can expect to pay in 2026
April 21
- An expert says this is the secret to attracting birds to your garden (plus how to identify each one)
- Hardware can be the unforgotten hero of an interior scheme. I reveal my favourite places to shop and share expert advice on selecting yours
April 20
- These 3 survey findings should stop any property purchase in its tracks — no matter how much you love it
April 19
- The basement building regulations you can't ignore when extending underground
- Are you inviting rats into your loft without realising it? Experts warn of this common mistake
- Are ugly streaks and faded finishes ruining your beautiful timber cladding? Find out why it's happening and what you can do to restore it to its best
April 18
- We renovated our 1950s home room by room — here's what we got right and what we learned the hard way
- Estate agents reveal the listing photos that tell you everything the seller doesn't want you to know
April 17
- Is there really any way to get rid of the smell of paint? We lift the lid on paint smell hacks to reveal what works and what doesn't
- I've always decorated on a DIY basis but this time I wanted to get a pro in to repaint our rooms — was it worth the money?
April 16
- Thought sharing your home with your dog meant putting up with mess and bad smells? Not with our expert-approved pet-friendly living room ideas
April 14
- Why I don't think the new Simpler Recycling rules are unfair. Isn't it time we did more?
- Are the new recycling rules the answer to the plastic crisis? Critics say no — here’s why
April 13
- Do you really need to wash your recycling? The experts settle the debate
- Wallpaper vs paint — I'm redecorating and can't decide between the two so I asked for the experts' help. Here's what they said
April 12
- Clever ways to organise your extra household waste bins as new recycling rules come into force
- I grilled estate agents on how to add value to my home and why their answers honestly surprised me
- I prioritised these 5 energy upgrades in my Victorian home renovation, here's why and what they've achieved
April 11
- How to get rid of pests in your bins — from maggots in your food caddy to larger critters looking for a snack
- Is a two-storey conservatory a great way to add space and natural light or an expensive overheating risk? The experts weigh in
- How many decking boards do I need? This simple formula makes it easy to calculate
April 10
- I lowered the flow temperature on my gas boiler to see if it would reduce energy bills — here's what I discovered
- We're about to repaint our kitchen — these are the colours the experts told me to avoid at all costs
April 9
- I'm an energy expert and this is what those on heating oil can do to beat price gouging
- Why your extension's drainage needs planning before a build — and the problems that could happen if you get it wrong
April 8
- Utility rooms are mould hotspots — here are the top ways to prevent it, according to the experts
- How I installed a shelf securely with brackets step-by-step — including pictures
April 7
- Why are my radiators cold at the bottom? Experts reveal the reasons and what you need to do to fix them
- A carpenter explains how to install a loft hatch for easy access to your attic
April 6
- Why using the 'peek-a-boo' paint trend is as easy as child's play — when you know how
April 5
- How much electricity does a heat pump use? Our expert explains how to estimate your annual running costs
- Do you need to change your locks? How much you can expect to pay
April 4
- Could you be using your shutters incorrectly? The surprising technique I use to save me money in winter and keep me cool in summer
- I've always wanted a pot filler in my kitchen — but how fiddly are they to retrofit? I asked the experts to help me out
April 3
- I discovered the 60:30:10 rule over 20 years ago — here's why I'm still following its principles today
April 2
- 10 vegetables you should be planting in April (before it’s too late)
- Thinking about laminate worktops? Why they could be ideal for a kitchen renovation
April 1
- Don’t miss your April planting window – these 10 plants will quickly brighten your garden as the weather warms up
- Track saw vs table saw: Which tool is best for DIY and woodworking?
- Get rid of wallpaper stains without damage with these expert cleaning tips