Megan Milstead

Megan Milstead

Content Editor

Megan joined the Homebuilding & Renovating team in 2025 as Content Editor. Working alongside homes and interiors experts, she’s passionate about providing accurate guidance and creative inspiration to help readers transform their living spaces.

Her love for DIY began while helping renovate her parents’ family home, sparking a fascination with interiors, renovation, and design. More recently, she assisted with renovating her partner’s house in Bristol. Megan is currently expanding her expertise through an Introduction to Home Improvement course, exploring everything from essential tools and techniques to home maintenance, protection, and the legal considerations behind bigger projects.

Megan previously wrote for sister site PetsRadar, where she combined her love of homes and animals, with features on garden catios and pet-friendly vacuums. Before this, she was part of the creative content team at Harrods Beauty and has also contributed to titles such as Fit&Well and RunningShoesGuru.

She graduated from the University of Westminster in 2022 with a BA in Journalism, specialising in lifestyle journalism.

Latest articles by Megan Milstead

Person bending down to turn on a dehumidifier, with a rail of laundry in the front of the image

Do dehumidifiers dry clothes? Yes, but there’s one thing you’ll need to keep in mind

By Natasha Brinsmead last updated

Wondering whether dehumidifiers can dry clothes? Here’s how they can help reduce your household bills while offering other benefits

Dehumidifier
Green living room with white sofa and gold lamp

Calm house, calm mind – 12 green living room ideas that bring peace and balance

By Megan Milstead published

Get inspired by our favourite green living room ideas, with top tips from design experts on how to use this soothing shade in your scheme

Living Room
Dehumidifier in a hallways

How do dehumidifiers work? An expert simplifies the science behind these moisture-busting machines

By Natasha Brinsmead last updated

If you've ever wondered how dehumidifiers work, we've asked the experts to explain

Dehumidifier
A carpet beetle on a carpet

How to get rid of carpet beetles – and stop these 'woolly bears' coming back

By Gabriella Dyson last updated

Need to know how to get rid of carpet beetles? Here's what the experts recommend

Flooring
A hand holds a piece of tissue with black mould on it in front of a window

How to remove black mould from silicone sealant in 4 easy steps (and for less than £6)

By Sam Webb last updated

It's unsightly, smells bad, and can affect your health. So what's the best way to get rid of black mould on silicone sealant?

Air Quality
Dehumidifier in a bedroom with a 50% humidity level

How long do dehumidifiers last? An expert reveals the answer – plus 3 ways to make them run longer

By Megan Milstead published

Find out if your dehumidifier is lasting as long as it should, with expert-backed tips to extend its life

Dehumidifier
Close-up of a slug crossing window pane and wooden window frame

4 expert-backed ways to get rid of slugs in your home and stop them from returning

By Megan Milstead published

With a little expert know-how, getting rid of slugs in your home can be easier than you think

Garden
Person crouching down to touch a button on a dehumidifier in front of laundry hung up

How many dehumidifiers is too many? Experts reveal the risks to your home and health when you take it too far

By Megan Milstead published

Can you have too many dehumidifiers? Here's what the experts want you to know

Dehumidifier
A mouse standing inside a hole in the wall

Want to get rid of mice in your home? 6 expert tips that really work – and the common mistakes making it worse

By Megan Milstead published

We asked the experts how to get rid of mice in your home – here are their top prevention and removal tips

Outdoors
Walk-in dressing room with open storage, shelving, rails, and a skylight

Dreaming of an organised wardrobe? 12 expert-approved dressing room ideas for a stylish, tidy space

By Megan Milstead published

From cosy corners to boutique-style set-ups, we’ve found the best dressing room ideas that look good in every space – with practical advice from the experts

Bedroom
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