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6 of the worst pieces of TikTok advice I've seen as a DIY expert – but don't just take my word for it

By Steve Jenkins Published

TikTok is a breeding ground for DIY advice, some good, some not so good and some that should be avoided at all costs. Here's my personal pet hates

DIY
North-facing rooms don't have to feel gloomy and cold – in fact, they can be the exact opposite with the right approach

By Natasha Brinsmead Published

Designers explain how to approach the design of a north-facing room to help you transform dark and dingy into light and airy

Home Improvements
Thinking of installing a resin driveway? We reveal the pros and cons before you take the plunge

By Natasha Brinsmead Published

Our expert-led guide explains everything you need to know before going ahead with your resin driveway plans

Driveways
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Paint sprayer vs brush vs roller – how I choose the right tool for each project

By Steve Jenkins Published

Whether you're painting walls, woodwork or fences, you need to use the best tools for the job. Here's what I recommend based on years of experience

Paint
Wall-mounted pegboard with various orange hand tools on a white block wall
As a DIY expert I'll admit to owning a lot of tools. This is how I keep them organised and in mint condition

By Steve Jenkins Published

Storing your tools correctly and looking after them properly will help them last longer – and save you money in the process

Tools
Could these budget-friendly Japanese cooling methods help your heatwave woes? They certainly sound appealing to me

By Sarah Harley Published

If the thought of another heatwave is filling you with dread, we asked experts if these ancient Japanese techniques could be the budget-friendly tricks we need

Air Conditioning
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'Sleep divorce' isn't the only answer – 5 ways to get a better slumber without resorting to separate bedrooms

By Megan Milstead Published

Snoring and fidgeting keeping you up? We've found the solution to sleeping better together – that doesn't involve a sleep divorce

Bedroom
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5 things professional organisers say you should declutter in August

By Megan Milstead Published

Wave goodbye to summer clutter and chaos – here's how to step into the new season feeling refreshed, organised and ready to take on the next chapter

Home Improvements
Some colours work better than others in a home office – and, according to the experts, this shade is best of all

By Natasha Brinsmead Published

Discover which home office colours will help ensure going to work is a pleasure, not a chore

Rooms
I nearly overlooked these driveway Building Regulations before turning my front garden into a drive – don't make the same mistake

By Natasha Brinsmead Published

If you're planning a new driveway or making changes to an existing one, these are the Building Regulations and requirements you should understand before work begins

Driveways
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