Gabriella Dyson

Having an upstairs laundry room makes sense on paper, but there's lots to consider before you start. From plumbing to noise control here's what experts advise

Is matching your utility room to your kitchen really the right call, or are the best schemes doing something altogether different?

Put a laundry maid in the wrong spot and it's more of a hindrance than a help. Here's where the experts say it should go for the best results

Which tile pattern you choose and how you lay it, can do more for a room's proportions than almost any other decision. Here's how to get it right

Don't let piles of dirty laundry take over your utility room – these clever storage ideas will keep the clutter at bay

From solid wood that warps to high-gloss finishes that show every mark, here's what flooring experts say never truly stands the test of time in a kitchen

If your living room leans on the side of dark and gloomy there are ways of making it brighter. From windows to floors, here's how to make the light work harder

From stained glass to bat surveys, here's what the experts want you to know before you try to convert a chapel into a home

From bat surveys to builder finishes, real-life renovators share the hidden renovation costs that no one warned them about until it was too late

Struggling with damp and mould? Your home's temperature could be the problem – here's how to fix it

Fallen for a property? Before you sign anything, make sure your survey doesn't flag one of these three deal-breakers

When Katie and Ronan bought their 1956 fixer-upper at the top of their budget, they rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in. Two years on, they're sharing what they'd do again and what jobs they'd leave well alone.

A great set of listing photos can make almost any property look appealing. But estate agents know exactly where the cracks – sometimes literally – are hiding

Insulating your home? Experts say to avoid these seven key areas – here’s why

From a tin of paint to knowing when to stop spending, here's what estate agents told me about adding value to my home in 2026

From cold-floor anxieties to finish choices, we asked the experts how to make bedroom floor tiles work harder than carpet ever could

Bigger isn't always better and smaller isn't always smarter. Here's how to choose the right tile size for every room

Not sure whether to choose tiles or a splashback panel for your kitchen? Here's everything you need to know before you commit

From adding architectural character to making a room feel twice as grand, the coffered ceiling is the one design feature most homeowners have never thought to consider – until now