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April 11
- How to get rid of pests in your bins — from maggots in your food caddy to larger critters looking for a snack
- Is a two-storey conservatory a great way to add space and natural light or an expensive overheating risk? The experts weigh in
- How many decking boards do I need? This simple formula makes it easy to calculate
- Why compostable coffee pods can’t go in food waste bins under new recycling rules
April 10
- EV chargers, solar batteries and smart systems in your home must comply with these new electric rules from April 15
- I lowered the flow temperature on my gas boiler to see if it would reduce energy bills — here's what I discovered
- ‘It feels connected to the outside’ – how a glass-box extension transformed this once 'claustrophobic' family home
- We're about to repaint our kitchen — these are the colours the experts told me to avoid at all costs
April 9
- I'm an energy expert and this is what those on heating oil can do to beat price gouging
- Why your extension's drainage needs planning before a build — and the problems that could happen if you get it wrong
- This £310k overgrown plot could be transformed into two homes with sea views
April 8
- Utility rooms are mould hotspots — here are the top ways to prevent it, according to the experts
- How I installed a shelf securely with brackets step-by-step — including pictures
- New five-plot custom-build scheme lets you create your own home in Essex
April 7
- Mansion tax to hit 165,000 homeowners — 45,000 more than expected
- Why are my radiators cold at the bottom? Experts reveal the reasons and what you need to do to fix them
- A carpenter explains how to install a loft hatch for easy access to your attic
April 6
- Why using the 'peek-a-boo' paint trend is as easy as child's play — when you know how
- This £425k barn deal could turn into five homes — and it’s already approved
April 5
- How much electricity does a heat pump use? Our expert explains how to estimate your annual running costs
- Don't make this common pruning mistake – why you should never trim your hedges in the spring
- Do you need to change your locks? How much you can expect to pay
- 4 in 5 homeowners confused by new recycling rules
April 4
- Could you be using your shutters incorrectly? The surprising technique I use to save me money in winter and keep me cool in summer
- I’m finally creating my dream reading nook – here are some of the cosiest ideas I’ve found on Wayfair
- I've always wanted a pot filler in my kitchen — but how fiddly are they to retrofit? I asked the experts to help me out
- What you can and can’t put in your garden recycling bin after new rules start in April
April 3
- I discovered the 60:30:10 rule over 20 years ago — here's why I'm still following its principles today
- Scandi bathroom ideas to nail the relaxing Nordic look in your home
- Step inside this unique copper-clad eco home that's 'shaped like origami'
- Why some councils haven’t started new recycling rules
April 2
- 10 vegetables you should be planting in April (before it’s too late)
- Thinking about laminate worktops? Why they could be ideal for a kitchen renovation
- Which UK council is toughest on planning enforcement? New data reveals the answer
April 1
- Don’t miss your April planting window – these 10 plants will quickly brighten your garden as the weather warms up
- Planning a spring self build or conversion? Follow Self-Build Zone's practical protection checklist for your project
- Track saw vs table saw: Which tool is best for DIY and woodworking?
- Get rid of wallpaper stains without damage with these expert cleaning tips