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March 30
- How a heat pump from E.ON Next could boost your home’s value
- Low-carbon heating made simple – what E.ON Next heat pumps can do for your household
- Inside the heat pump revolution: what renovators need to know
- '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
- How homeowners must prepare for new recycling rules coming into force tomorrow
March 29
- Large tiles vs small tiles — your essential guide to making the right choice
- The 11 utility room wallpaper ideas that will turn a boring space into the most stylish spot in the house
- Could this small piece of plastic revolutionise flat pack furniture? Here's what I discovered when I tried it for the first time
- 5 expert-approved ways to get rid of ants (and keep them out for good)
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
- Explore this ultra-modern home where a bold design 'maximises light and views'
- 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
- Martin Lewis predicts how the government may intervene to help cut energy bills after Reeves announcement
March 26
- Using a blunt drill bit means more work and less control. Find out how to sharpen a drill bit for quick, clean drilling
- What happens if you use the wrong recycling bin after rules change? What the council can do to enforce new government rules
March 25
- How to fix a sagging door? We asked internal door and joinery experts
- Lidl to become first UK supermarket to sell ‘plug‑and‑play’ solar panels
March 24
- All new homes to require heat pumps and solar panels by 2028 after Future Homes Standard is delayed
- The Government’s new ‘build here, not there’ rule — is your land on the 'approved' list?”
- Got moss on your roof? Experts reveal why it could a bigger problem than it looks
March 23
- Households predicted to face one of the highest energy bill hikes in years as July Cap may reach £2,000
- 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
- The spa bathroom ideas designers are loving in 2026 — from 'bathscaping' to Japanese design
- 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
- Octopus claims heat pumps are £200 cheaper than gas boilers, but is it true?
March 21
- Can you turn any house into a zero energy bills home? Our expert explains what you can do
- End the damp towel pile for good — 12 towel storage ideas your bathroom needs
- I turned a skip find into stylish shoe storage — and it sent me down a rabbit hole of brilliant small-space ideas
- Retired couple who replaced hedge with £4,500 fence told it must be removed
March 20
- Amazon Alexa+ promises easier control of your smart home than ever before
- 'We took a big risk on a derelict tower and it paid off' – step inside this converted substation with sweeping Cornish views
- Cold spots on internal walls are not to be ignored — this is what to do
- I trialled the eufy Omni C28 robot mop and vacuum on every type of floor in my house
March 19
- Insulating a basement the right way to avoid thermal bridging and trapping moisture
- The cleaning methods experts swear by for spotless shower tiles
- What can go in your recycling bin after the March 31 rule changes?
March 18
- 5 reasons why buying an air source heat pump makes sense financially
- How to decide which air‑to‑water heat pump to buy
- Elon Musk warned that Tesla's licence can be revoked — with politicians claiming his access to UK energy is a 'threat to national security'
- Don’t let chafer grubs destroy your lawn – act now to get rid of them the right way
- Could you be your neighbourhood’s bin hero? How to check (and remember) your bin day
March 17
- Plug-in solar panels to be legalised in the UK — despite safety concerns
- Weekly food waste bins coming to every home in England by end of March
- 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
- £50m oil heating safety net launched for low income rural homeowners left in the cold
- 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
- Wales becomes first in UK to require renewable electricity generation on all new homes
March 15
- I thought choosing paint colours was simple – until I learned these 5 rules the hard way
- 5 ways to keep pests out of your insulation (and what causes them in the first place)
- 6 reasons your lawn looks patchy – plus the easy fixes that actually work
- Spray foam scandal: Government rejects calls to offer financial support for faulty installations
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?
- Are the viral electric shower cleaners worth it? I tested one to find out
- Concerned about your drinking water quality? I put these home testing kits to the test
- TV presenter Laura Hamilton creates a 'dramatic' satin black dining room makeover for under £1,000
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
- 'We turned the top of our Victorian terrace into a Manhattan-inspired loft – the views across London are amazing'
- Do you live on one of Britain’s 10 most expensive streets outside London?
March 12
- Yes, dehumidifiers can reduce dust — but not in the way you'd expect
- Homeowners risk fines as recycling rules change this month – these items can no longer go in your bin
March 11
- ‘It’s become a laundry essential’ – our editors reveal their favourite ways to dry clothes indoors
- I thought coastal living rooms were cliché – until I saw these 12 fresh takes
- Martin Lewis says oil-heated homes may be 'taken advantage of' as Ed Miliband warns suppliers over 'price gouging'
March 10
- Price of central oil heating spikes by over 100% as off‑grid households face soaring bills
- Should I choose floor tiles or laminate for my kitchen? Our verdict is in
- Nationwide is offering £20k in interest free loans for home upgrades — find out if you qualify
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
- Outrage as Sir Winston Churchill tree cut down after felling ‘slipped through’ outline planning application
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
- Prevent summer moss by treating it now. Experts share their top tips for a fuzz-free driveway and patio
- British Gas ad pulled after watchdog questions £546 heat pump saving claim
March 7
- These 12 genius alcove ideas made me realise my living room's hidden potential
- These bedroom divider ideas are perfect for 'zoning' your sleep space — and there isn't a solid wall in sight
- RSJ costs should never be worked out online warn experts, and here's why
- Pippa Middleton and James Matthews face public inquiry over planning row for their Berkshire estate
March 6
- What's causing that green mould on your walls — and is it safe to sleep in the same room?
- 'A LEGO model inspired my home's new layout' – inside an extended London terrace transformed with playful design features
- 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 5
- I've researched and tested the best smart hubs to simplify your home automation – these are my top 6 recommendations
- Historic blacksmith workshop goes up for sale for £250k with plans for a self builder to forge a new home
March 4
- Stiebel Eltron offer free webinars and resources for homeowners planning a renewable heating system
- Alan Carr launches bid for 'pink' castle for new Disney+ series
- 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
- OBR delivers hammer blow to Government’s housing targets as Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement offers no solutions
March 3
- I discovered my home’s extension potential in seconds – here's how you can too
- Homebuilding sector issues 'dire' warning of housing crisis ahead of Spring Statement
March 2
- Ambulance garage owner refuses to take down massive structure after defying council's planning rules
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
- Why the collapse of ECO4 should make officials rethink home retrofits