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- December 16
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- Can a single storey timber frame home still provide you with a house for life? These 10 ideas suggest it can
- Tiles aren’t just for kitchens and bathrooms anymore — designers love using them in living rooms
- Designing a barn conversion layout? Here's what architects say is the key to creating a home that works for you
- UK households warned 85,000 tumble dryers could catch fire
- December 13
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- I asked insulation experts for the 4 most common loft insulation mistakes — so you can be confident you aren't getting it wrong
- The chimney breast in my teenage daughter's bedroom was scuffed and stained — here's how I transformed it into a feature wall in just one day
- 'These are the 5 main barn conversion mistakes we warn clients about.' Discover the pitfalls leading architects say need to be avoided at all costs
- How a tiny Hebridean stonehouse became Grand Designs House of the Year
- December 12
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- Fed up of water streaks on your walls? Me too. This is what's causing them and what you can do about it
- Thanks to this energy-saving smart plug, I can finally switch off my Christmas lights without crawling under the tree
- Want to know how to cut a hole in wood? Experts reveal there’s more than one way to do it. We help you choose the right one
- This early-18th-century Cardiff farmyard is now a rare four-home redevelopment opportunity
- December 11
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- December 8
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- Lidl (and Arnold Schwarzenegger) are selling bargain power tools in their middle aisle... but are they any cheaper than Amazon?
- Just found mould lurking in your loft? We reveal how it got there and what you can do to get rid of it fast
- 10 celebrities hit by mansion tax, plus how much each will have to pay
- December 7
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- Turning a dining room into a home office is easier than you think — experts reveal how
- This hidden village has one of the best self-build opportunities you’ll find
- We bought and fitted our own Wickes kitchen for £3k – here are 12 things to know before you do the same
- If I could install my kitchen island again, these 5 tweaks would be non-negotiable
- December 6
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- Should you have carpet in a dining area? The divisive flooring choice experts can’t agree on
- Why extending into this one unloved room in your house could be one of the best home upgrades you make
- Could your 'rising damp' be a case of mistaken identity? We explore the potential causes and why it might not always be what it seems
- Floating solar panels heading to the UK as 200,000m² water solar farm is approved
- December 5
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- I wait with anticipation for the Pantone Colour of The Year announcement every December, but this year I'm disappointed — is it even a colour?
- How long do heat pumps last? You might be surprised if you're comparing it to the lifespan of a gas boiler
- Time for a tipple? 19 home bar ideas to have some fun creating in your home
- How much electricity inflatable Santas use — and why it’s lower than you think
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- December 1
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- Reviewers are raving about this dehumidifier for tackling damp – and I've just seen it on sale for less than £100
- Do you check these three bathroom weak spots regularly? You really should if you want to avoid damp in bathrooms says building expert
- I asked a listed building expert for five practical rules to follow when renovating a listed building and here's what he recommends
- Graven Hill bats prove wildlife can coexist with housing
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