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Where to buy the best garden sheds online — styles for every budget and space
By Gabriella Dyson published
From wallet-friendly metal sheds to beautifully crafted timber designs, we’ve found the best online retailers so you can shop smart and buy with confidence

Clearing your garden for winter? Here’s how to protect hibernating hedgehogs – and prevent an unlimited fine
By Megan Milstead published
An expert shares five tips for tidying up without putting hedgehogs at risk

This is the minimum house temperature to avoid damp, mould and condensation
By Gabriella Dyson last updated
Our experts advise on the minimum house temperature to set this winter – saving you from hiking up your heating bills

Could your clutter be concealing a hidden menace? Why decluttering can help prevent one of winter's biggest problems
By Sarah Harley published
Decluttering doesn't just clear mess, it also makes it easier to manage winter moisture, damp and mould. We reveal the main clutter culprits and the solutions

Is underfloor heating more efficient than radiators? Here's what to consider when making your choice
By Megan Milstead published
Can’t decide between underfloor heating and radiators? We put them head-to-head to find out which one is more energy efficient

Could the 'Lego' of the homebuilding world be the right system for you? What to know about insulated concrete formwork
By Mark Stevenson last updated
Fast, efficient and highly insulated, could this innovative build system be for you? Our build expert reveals the pros and cons of insulated concrete formwork

Which heat emitter should you install in your home? 6 expert-approved options
By Megan Milstead last updated
From skirting board heating to radiators, discover which heat emitter is right for your home with guidance from our experts

Chrome is in – so is brass out? We asked interior design experts
By Megan Milstead published
Before you swap your brass fittings for chrome, you'll want to hear what the experts have to say

Damp patches and drips are tell-tale signs of ceiling condensation. Experts reveal the causes and how to stop it from happening
By Sarah Harley last updated
While condensation on windows is a common occurrence, we take a look at condensation on ceilings to see what causes it, if it's serious and how to prevent it
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