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

Kitchen with marble backsplash and worktop
Kitchen worktop ideas: 12 clever ways to make your surfaces work harder

By Natasha Brinsmead Last updated

After great kitchen worktop ideas for your new kitchen? You've come to the right place

Kitchen
Galley kitchen idea with white cabinets and black floor
12 galley kitchen ideas that make the most of a long, narrow cooking space

By Natasha Brinsmead, Amy Reeves Last updated

Learn how to design a beautiful galley kitchen that's a joy to cook and dine in with these stylish, space-efficient ideas

Kitchen
Ikea utility room idea
How to level up your utility room for less – 5 clever ideas from IKEA

By Megan Milstead Published

Upgrading your utility room doesn’t have to cost a fortune – these ideas from IKEA are affordable, stylish and make boring chores a breeze

Utility
Bedroom
Too much stuff, not enough space? This is the bedroom storage trick you could be missing

By Megan Milstead Published

If your bedroom wardrobe is bursting at the seams, this clever storage hack will give you some relief – without taking up extra floor space

Bedroom
Utility room with blue cabinets and shirts hanging on a rail underneath baskets
5 things people with a well-organised utility room always have

By Megan Milstead Published

From smart storage solutions to practical zoning, here’s everything you need to get your utility room in top order – according to professional organisers

Utility
Bedroom with extended patterned cushioned headboard idea
12 headboard ideas to make this staple feature the star of your bedroom

By Megan Milstead Published

Don’t let your headboard go unnoticed. Explore beautiful ideas to make your bedroom shine, along with styling tips and practical advice from interior designers

Bedroom
Built in storage idea where a bookcase wraps around a door frame
12 built-in storage ideas to make your home feel effortlessly organised

By Megan Milstead Last updated

Discover the best ways to integrate built-in storage and enjoy a clutter-free, organised home

Home Improvements
Bathroom tiling idea for small bathroom where striped pink and white tiles are placed behind a freestanding bath
12 clever tiling ideas to transform a small bathroom into the gem of your home

By Amy Reeves Last updated

Discover how the right tiling can help a compact bathroom reach its full potential with these space-savvy ideas – plus get practical advice from bathroom experts

Bathroom
Understairs toilet idea with geometric tiling feature wall
8 clever ways to hide a toilet under your staircase and make use of wasted space

By Megan Milstead Published

Transform this unused area into a practical WC with these genius understairs toilet ideas

Bathroom
Dark bathroom idea with matching dark green bath panels and splashback and lighter shade of green painted on the walls
I never understood the appeal of dark bathrooms – until these 12 designs changed my mind

By Megan Milstead Published

From cocooning colour palettes to moody lighting, discover dark bathroom ideas that feel indulgent, intimate and quietly luxurious

Bathroom
Rain drum in garden surrounded by leaves and flowers in the rain
I’ve had enough of bad weather, but this peaceful £20 rain drum makes it all feel worth it

By Megan Milstead Published

Sick of bad weather? A rain drum is an essential every Brit needs to add a touch of zen to their garden

Garden
Water on a basement floor with person's legs, bucket and boxes in the background
The genius DIY fix that could stop your garage from flooding

By Megan Milstead Published

This garage door water barrier is recommended by experts and, best yet, it won’t break the bank

Driveways
Hand wearing a rubber glove cleaning a shower screen
Goodbye limescale and watermarks! Here's how to get a squeaky clean shower screen in two simple steps

By Megan Milstead Published

Cleaning experts reveal the secret to a spotless shower screen

Bathroom
Downstairs bathroom idea featuring a freestanding bath on a marble platform with large doors that open onto a garden
13 downstairs bathroom ideas that are functional, fabulous and built for the future

By Natasha Brinsmead Last updated

Transform a ground floor space into a practical downstairs bathroom with these stylish, editor-approved ideas

Bathroom
Toilet with neutral walls and chequerboard flooring
Downstairs toilet ideas: how to get the most from a small cloakroom

By Amy Reeves Last updated

Planning a downstairs toilet involves more than just paint colours and blinds – get advice from bathroom experts on room size, layout, and more

Bathroom
Freestanding bath on marble flooring next to bathroom window facing field
15 bathroom window ideas to make your space feel naturally bright and open

By Hugh Metcalf Last updated

Discover bathroom window ideas that fill your space with daylight and maintain the perfect balance between brightness and privacy

Bathroom
Pantry moth
This common pantry pest could be munching on your food supplies – here's how to protect your kitchen

By Megan Milstead Published

Find out how to get rid of pantry moths before they take over your kitchen cupboards

Kitchen
Kitchen with green cabinets and grey and white chequerboard kitchen flooring idea
'Flooring has the power to transform a kitchen' – 12 ideas to elevate your space

By Amy Reeves, Hugh Metcalf Last updated

Durable, stylish and full of personality – explore practical kitchen flooring ideas that add instant impact without sacrificing function

Flooring
Pink and green kitchen with patterned flooring
12 kitchen floor tile ideas to bring your cooking space to life

By Natasha Brinsmead Last updated

Explore our favourite kitchen floor tile ideas and discover how the right flooring can completely transform your space

Kitchen
Bathroom with pink tiled quadrant shower enclosure
Shower enclosure types explained – which one is the right fit for your bathroom?

By Megan Milstead Published

We explore the different types of shower enclosures to help you find the perfect match for your bathroom design and space

Bathroom
Kitchen with patterned flooring and white cabinets
Looking for the best kitchen flooring? Here's what experts recommend

By Natasha Brinsmead Last updated

This expert-led guide will help you find the best kitchen flooring, tailored to your lifestyle and space

Flooring
Back of women pulling down patterned wallpaper together
Removing wallpaper? Follow our step-by-step guide for flawless results

By Steve Jenkins Last updated

Removing wallpaper can be tedious, but our expert advice will help you tackle the task quickly and effectively

DIY
Quooker tap running steamy water into a sink with a red splashback and worktop
How much does a Quooker tap cost and is it worth the investment?

By Natasha Brinsmead Last updated

Curious about Quooker tap pricing? Explore expected costs, what's included and how it compares to alternative hot water taps

Kitchen
Blue bathroom idea with marble-style tiles in a shower and free-standing bath to the right hand side
Seeking a stylish space to unwind? These 12 blue bathroom ideas are fresh, clean and timeless

By Megan Milstead Published

Step into your very own sanctuary with these serene blue bathroom ideas, and get expert advice on how to use this shade in your scheme

Bathroom
Laura's built-in pantry behind her dining room table
Could this be the ultimate Amazon furniture hack? I created a built-in pantry for just £350 – and it looks completely custom

By Megan Milstead Published

After being quoted thousands of pounds for a built-in pantry, content director Laura Crombie turned to a budget-friendly alternative that cost a fraction of the price

Kitchen
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