Natasha Brinsmead

Still holding on to the notion that every room has to have a central pendant to be properly lit? Wall lights are so much easier to live with and here's how to use them properly

Your bathroom design isn't just about choosing the swankiest sanitaryware and hoping for the best. Functionality comes first say experts if you want the end product to deliver

Choosing hallway flooring is about so much more than finding something that looks good – in fact, experts say this should be at the bottom of your list of priorities

Damp isn't all the same. We explain how to work out what type you have and what your options are – before you spend a fortune fixing the wrong thing

There are some key differences between the terms 'watertight' and 'weatherproof' – understanding these will help manage your expectations, as well as protect your project as winter approaches

Want to get rid of condensation inside double-glazed windows? Here, our experts reveal the best ways to get rid of it – plus, what causes it in the first place

Experts reveal the pros and cons of staggering an extension project and explain why it might just be better to tackle it in one go

Focal points add personality and interest to a room. We reveal 11 ways to create them in even the blandest of spaces

How to keep your relationship on track under the pressure of home improvements

Although my porch helps provide shelter from the rain, I'm beginning to think it's not really doing much more – the experts explained what could be wrong

Wooden flooring can be installed in several different ways – here we explain the pros and cons of each

The world of window treatments can seem daunting – we've broken it down into your main options and are explain which works best where

Before you begin the task of laying down planks make sure you heed the advice of experts who warned me about this commonly-overlooked essential task

Much of everyday life revolves around the entrance hall – these are the mistakes experts most commonly see and the steps to take for design success

If you're looking to create a bathroom that looks fresh and contemporary, but still feels inviting and warm, here's what you need to do

Not all houses have soaring ceilings to play with – if the rooms in your home have somewhat squat proportions here's how to navigate their design

If, like me, you've noticed your exterior woodwork looks a little worse for wear after the recent heatwaves, experts explain how to deal with the problem