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February 15
- Is your bathroom extractor fan making your bathroom feel cold? It just might be, according to the experts we spoke to
- 5 things people with a well-organised utility room always have
- I'm planning ahead for a boot room and these are the mistakes I've been warned about – I'm sharing them so you can avoid them too
- Renovation costs drop 25% since 2023, bringing 'good news' for homeowners and tradespeople
February 14
- Below ground, the rules change – these are the flooring materials that work best in basements
- The truth about inframe kitchens – why they cost more and when they’re worth it
- 14 feature wall ideas that will have you rethinking your whole interior scheme
- What went wrong at King Charles-backed £1.2bn eco village that sits empty 13 years after the homes were built?
February 13
- Standing charges on energy bills set to fall by £40 a year from April, confirms Martin Lewis
- Is a solid wood worktop the perfect partner for your latest kitchen project?
- ‘What this home lacks in width, it makes up for in height' – step inside this ultra-modern home measuring just 3m wide
- 'Mortgage prisoners' lose appeal against TSB in High Court ruling
February 12
- Is a Corian worktop the ideal choice for your new kitchen? Experts reveal everything you need to know about this stylish surface
- Major changes to how EPCs are assessed are coming soon, and it’s set to impact millions of homes
- Heat pump boom gains pace, but only one in 20 homes set to switch by 2030
February 11
- 12 headboard ideas to make this staple feature the star of your bedroom
February 10
- Is your electric shower not heating up? Experts reveal the common causes
- Bricks that birds can nest in become mandatory in Scottish homes
February 9
- Marble worktops are elegant and unique, but they're not cheap. Are they the right choice for your next kitchen renovation?
- What can you complain about when it comes to your neighbours?
- World’s first Passivhaus church conversion features in Guy Martin’s 'House Without Bills' TV show
February 8
- 10 small orangery kitchen extension ideas for even the most compact culinary spaces – uplifting, bright and a joy to spend time in
- Mindful kitchens — they're a big trend for 2026 but what exactly are they and how could they help everyday life?
- 'I’ve seen more damage caused by wet room mistakes than almost any other bathroom feature' – here's how to avoid making the same errors in your home
- Tougher flood-risk building rules on the way as government unveils £10.5bn plan to shield nearly 900k homes
February 7
- 8 clever ways to hide a toilet under your staircase and make use of wasted space
- 'It's the perfect place for us to relax' – inside a charming Cotswolds barn conversion where original features still shine
- Can you build an extension from SIPs? Yes says build expert, but you need to weigh up if it's right for your project
- Rochelle and Marvin Humes share first update on dream house build after a two-year wait
February 6
- Korniche by Made for Trade, a complete, trade-focused glazing system helping installers, builders, and resellers win more work
- 'Overlooking is an issue on almost every project I advise on' – our planning expert explains why it's a planning hurdle and how to overcome it
- I never understood the appeal of dark bathrooms – until these 12 designs changed my mind
- Do you really need a walk-in pantry or can clever cupboard design do the same job? Experts weigh in on the debate
- Millions of historic homes 'risk falling into disuse' as calls grow for automatic planning consent
February 5
- I’ve had enough of bad weather, but this peaceful £20 rain drum makes it all feel worth it
- IKEA’s new smart home range makes upgrading your home easier than ever
February 4
- We explore kitchen worktop prices to help you find the one that best matches your style, space and budget
- Why your home extension could cost more under proposed architect rule
February 3
- Want a spacious, bright new kitchen that feels connected to your garden? An L-shaped kitchen extension is exactly what you need
- Energy suppliers to be held accountable for faulty and delayed smart meter installations
February 2
- Feed-in Tariffs: How 800,000 households with solar panels may earn less due to payments change
- 13 small kitchen pantry ideas that prove you don’t need more space – just smarter solutions
- The genius DIY fix that could stop your garage from flooding
February 1
- Self Build Zone reveals why every new build needs the right insurance from day one
- How much do experts say you'll need to splash out on your bathroom sink and installation costs?
- 10 rules people with organised, stylish pantries always follow
- Wasted space be gone – 10 ingenious side return kitchen extensions to turn an awkward passageway into the heart of the home
- Man who turned £500 boat into his home awaits planning decision