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How to install a wet room: our step-by-step guide for a professional finish
By Andy Stevens last updated
Learn how to install a wet room with our experts' step-by-step instructions and video guide

If you’ve got yellow mould growing on your walls, it's time for action. Find out what it is and how to get rid of it
By Steve Jenkins last updated
Yellow mould on walls is ugly, unhealthy and unwanted. Find out what causes it, what you can do to kill it and what to do if it comes back

The chimney breast in my teenage daughter's bedroom was scuffed and stained — here's how I transformed it into a feature wall in just one day
By Natasha Brinsmead published
All it took was one wall panelling kit and some inky grey paint to take a tired and boring chimney breast into the focal point of the room

What's the best option for heating a kitchen? Check out what the experts say
By Hugh Metcalf last updated
When it comes to heating a kitchen, there's a wide range of options available. This guide explores the pros and cons of the most common kitchen heating systems

How to fit a kitchen worktop: Step-by-step guide plus best tools, measuring and cutting
By Steve Jenkins last updated
Discover the know-how for fitting a kitchen worktop including the tools you’ll need and how to get a clean cut

Fitting a kitchen takes planning and know-how. How to create a design that works for you
By Natasha Brinsmead last updated
Whether you're looking to fit a kitchen on a DIY basis or calling in the experts, follow our handy how-to guide to help remove the stress

Investing in an oil-filled radiator? Here's how to find the right size and avoid wasting energy
By Megan Milstead published
Unsure what oil-filled radiator size you need? The experts explain how to figure it out

How to spray paint kitchen cabinets for a factory-like finish
By Steve Jenkins last updated
Spray painting kitchen cabinets will give them a professional new look, help save the planet and save you some serious money
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