<![CDATA[ Latest from Homebuilding & Renovating in Rooms ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ The paper and cardboard recycling rules I've been getting wrong without realising – and you might be breaking them too ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/paper-and-cardboard-recycling-rules rm6fDqrysJfZnzF2Bbtmdi Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 7 in 10 homeowners underestimate bathroom renovation costs — are you one of them? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/7-in-10-homeowners-underestimate-bathroom-renovation-costs-are-you-one-of-them sYKZDmmmYYraov79dm2R3L Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We turned a dated dining room into our dream small living room – here's how we did it' ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/living-room/we-turned-a-dated-dining-room-into-our-dream-small-living-room DtP8qckv4DVGqouhC5RHre Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:40:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ 8 facts about soapstone, and why it could be the lesser-known kitchen worktop finish you didn't know you needed ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/soapstone b5uRpdsTkU4wRAm3nEh5Ab Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ My bedroom and home office need to break-up as I'm losing sleep. Here's what I'm considering as a temporary solution to keep the peace ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bedroom/bedroom-home-office-temporary-screening-solutions W9wEzE9joKky28bybXciSK Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ New UK wiring rules affect where you can install electrical systems in or around your home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/new-uk-wiring-rules-affect-where-you-can-install-electrical-systems-in-or-around-your-home 5a5b94SjaJScFf8VJgi8Q3 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Thought sharing your home with your dog meant putting up with mess and bad smells? Not with our expert-approved pet-friendly living room ideas ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/living-room/pet-friendly-living-room-ideas dqueRKKt3hkJFNR4FiAziT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ What is the minimum water pressure you should have in a house? Plus, how to increase it ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/increase-water-pressure piFYtBcDHSAaTxstxaxg4M Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:37:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is a two-storey conservatory a great way to add space and natural light or an expensive overheating risk? The experts weigh in ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/conservatory/two-storey-conservatories 2xTcWbZSvVexHMxhSMJghA Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ EV chargers, solar batteries and smart systems in your home must comply with these new electric rules from April 15 ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/ev-chargers-solar-batteries-and-smart-systems-in-your-home-must-comply-with-these-new-electric-rules-from-april-15 Cckm4DmrXpmBRka77tMTsB Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:31:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ We're about to repaint our kitchen — these are the colours the experts told me to avoid at all costs ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-paint-colours-to-avoid UMhuhcLq4fv8JDaiXMZC2f Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Utility rooms are mould hotspots — here are the top ways to prevent it, according to the experts ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/mould-in-utility-rooms 9ZGyw8bxxbTHPQJAXZPGyL Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I’m finally creating my dream reading nook – here are some of the cosiest ideas I’ve found on Wayfair ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/living-room/wayfair-reading-nook-ideas LBBtnjMDjcWR5bVDNeYWmd Sat, 04 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've always wanted a pot filler in my kitchen — but how fiddly are they to retrofit? I asked the experts to help me out ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/installing-a-pot-filler ZQXHiUfGSh9h8HETKKGpRB Sat, 04 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:13:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ Scandi bathroom ideas to nail the relaxing Nordic look in your home ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/scandi-bathroom-ideas k9fQr4NqAEKUS4gzbhqj3h Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Thinking about laminate worktops? Why they could be ideal for a kitchen renovation ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/laminate-worktops 9fJAwYZMMvmhCD8CwMh6DG Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Got washing machine mould? Here's how this cheap pantry staple could help ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/how-to-remove-washing-machine-mould-with-white-vinegar Jm9DFVfrjVofUN5bufxQMF Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'We saved thousands by building bespoke alcove units ourselves – here's how we did it' ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/living-room/budget-friendly-alcove-units-hack N9zkzgWqHPB4YEgJgZQrDF Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:21:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are floor tiles in a bedroom a practical choice or design risk? We take a look ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bedroom/bedroom-floor-tiles BEWmnfU45mDpJZQMixhr5f Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:38:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 11 utility room wallpaper ideas that will turn a boring space into the most stylish spot in the house ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/utility-room-wallpaper-ideas yL9PzXvU2iiyJDB8v7MMW3 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 expert-approved ways to get rid of ants (and keep them out for good) ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-get-rid-of-ants-in-home tKbgv6d7BuuZMN3UQs8rSL Sun, 29 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The one kitchen decision that's harder than it looks: Tiles or splashback panels? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/tiles-or-splashback-panels-in-a-kitchen YJNpJUZmph9C8WujS6YNr9 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'I strongly advise against using a washing machine at night' – why you shouldn't run this appliance while you sleep ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/is-it-safe-to-run-a-washing-machine-at-night KdnBW3T2dLiCbCEvtu3fg4 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:41:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ I thought an L-shaped bath would be perfect for a family bathroom — but these 3 mistakes turned my wet zone into a stress zone ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/why-an-l-shaped-bath-wasnt-for-me iexJgywJotAyddSqBTf899 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ All the space above my kitchen units does is gather dust — so I asked the experts how I could make better use of it ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/how-to-make-the-most-of-the-space-above-your-kitchen-units aeCMFW8jtgsomDjLtSumXR Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The spa bathroom ideas designers are loving in 2026 —from 'bathscaping' to Japanese design ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/spa-bathroom-ideas EUNb46MLvZKDEVBxf8c4Ff Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Where to dispose of rubbish that is now banned from your recycling bin under new rules ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/alternative-methods-of-rubbish-disposal tjDCEKLsHkXyDPQjHyfDzk Sun, 22 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:13:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ End the damp towel pile for good — 12 towel storage ideas your bathroom needs ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/towel-storage-ideas cUuSSZNbF3zviykYoPJsuJ Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:14:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ I turned a skip find into stylish shoe storage — and it sent me down a rabbit hole of brilliant small-space ideas ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/hallway/shoe-storage-ideas g3hyZQBh3i9jReBTvJWYfb Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:32:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ The cleaning methods experts swear by for spotless shower tiles ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/how-to-clean-shower-tiles DQfKbWmW9fEQPKojhVsmoZ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ How I'm complying with the new recycling rules despite living in a flat with no outside space for four (or five) separate wheelie bins ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-i-manage-waste-with-no-outdoor-space vzRckNLC9ashcJpXm2YWH7 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:15:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ Orangery vs extension — 'both can add appeal if they are well designed and properly integrated,' say the experts, but which to choose? ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/conservatory/orangery-vs-extension t8AnNZyYcaqWzbCDBN7wFj Sat, 14 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:12:58 +0000 <![CDATA[ Are the viral electric shower cleaners worth it? I tested one to find out ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/are-electric-shower-cleaners-worth-it BsSZSU8KAbwycMYrvwHnJV Sat, 14 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Concerned about your drinking water quality? I put these home testing kits to the test ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-test-water-quality-at-home VP6r2Fay4nbehExk44SuYW Sat, 14 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'll never use my tumble dryer overnight again after discovering this hidden danger ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/risks-of-using-a-tumble-dryer-at-night h4EhyakuTbABqbeWwj53yD Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:10:54 +0000 <![CDATA[ Why designers are choosing veneer in high-end homes — and how it compares to solid wood ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/veneer-in-high-end-homes tdVWfFE8XfACh7Sss9kn26 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I thought coastal living rooms were cliché – until I saw these 12 fresh takes ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/living-room/coastal-living-room-ideas FoKcSDweF7kgwiRy4jrsZE Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should I choose floor tiles or laminate for my kitchen? Our verdict is in ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/floor-tiles-or-laminate 2SjmSmfTb6bSurYxuLw2oa Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ The best types of wine storage in a kitchen from specialist fridges to stylish shelves ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/wine-storage-in-a-kitchen jrYRa3Ni6nUFR6Ee6jqCvb Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Designing a living room in a conservatory — experts reveal their 6 secrets to success ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/conservatory/living-room-in-a-conservatory AVoXMLp6H4Kis4Y2Hq3L9T Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:28:08 +0000 <![CDATA[ These 12 genius alcove ideas made me realise my living room's hidden potential ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/living-room/living-room-alcove-ideas 7nsfpXr3L67gHJByox8dt9 Sat, 07 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These bedroom divider ideas are perfect for 'zoning' your sleep space —and there isn't a solid wall in sight ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bedroom/bedroom-divider-ideas Lsm5y5LSwsR7v3zjmUmtEC Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Love the idea of working from home in a space full of natural light and connected to nature? A conservatory home office is the ideal solution ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/conservatory/conservatory-home-office rBbvMCaafzqLJBtzNJkBFn Sat, 28 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:42:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'Showers are simply more practical for everyday life' – why millions of Brits have ditched their bathtub (and whether you should too) ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/bathroom/should-you-remove-a-bathtub-from-the-bathroom B28Ez9khAszNXgYLojesFh Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Not much space? No problem — these 14 small boot room ideas show what can be done with even the tiniest of areas ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/small-boot-room-ideas QEB9kC2X2vExXbxRMuUckM Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:12:57 +0000 <![CDATA[ No, wood burners aren’t being banned — but these huge changes are being debated ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/fireplace/no-wood-burners-arent-being-banned-but-these-huge-changes-are-being-debated ML2vDevHbSQwcnSvD9iHii Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Avoid these 13 kitchen renovation mistakes if you want your scheme to succeed, urges home building expert ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/kitchen-renovation-mistakes NtkjEMFMPWpH8kCNgszSFG Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:12:58 +0000 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:28:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ My Victorian kitchen was stuck in the 1990s until these 7 design choices restored its period charm ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/how-to-add-period-charm-to-a-kitchen QxSDyrFfpVMhsQinsJK8PY Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:24:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Don't underestimate the importance of utility room heating say experts — and why being 'smart' about it could be the best approach ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/utility/utility-room-heating p9a4sZgiZWC7ZoavNTRfwB Sun, 22 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Cheap kitchen flooring can look expensive — if you get it right ]]> https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/rooms/kitchen/cheap-kitchen-flooring YhWP79qhFoETgkZ4aSWNyZ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000