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'Think of black like a sophisticated eyeliner that defines the space' – tips on using this bold colour like an interior designer
By Sarah Harley published
If you're feeling bold enough to brave black in your interior design scheme, make sure you follow this expert advice before you begin

‘Your family living room shouldn’t look like a playroom’ – interior designers share 15 chic ideas for a more elevated space
By Natasha Brinsmead published
From clever storage to durable yet elegant furniture, these expert-approved ideas prove family living rooms can still feel sophisticated

Deadly kitchen worktop dust warning sparks stone cutting ban
By Joseph Mullane published
Regulator launches nationwide inspections and bans unsafe cutting methods after silicosis deaths linked to engineered stone dust

The ‘high-low’ decorating mindset designers swear by – it could save your budget without sacrificing the finished look
By Sarah Harley published
Do interiors that look good always have to blow your budget? Experts reveal where to spend, where to save and how to make your home look more expensive than it is

9 simple rules designers swear by for brightening a dark living room — that you can try in your home too
By Gabriella Dyson published
If your living room leans on the side of dark and gloomy there are ways of making it brighter. From windows to floors, here's how to make the light work harder

Move over kitchen pantry – a bantry is the new feature I want in my kitchen
By Sarah Harley published
From hidden cocktail stations to beautifully organised cabinetry, these bantry ideas show why this hybrid kitchen solution is taking off fast

Installing mosaic tiles can be easy — but you need the right tools to ensure great adhesion, perfect spacing and a professional finish
By Steve Jenkins published
Discover the essential tools and the subtle differences you need to know when laying mosaic tiles compared to standard tiles

Are you missing out on your right to recycle old electronics for free?
By Joseph Mullane published
Retailer take-back schemes already give many UK consumers a legal, no-cost way to recycle old electronics, yet awareness remains low as Simpler Recycling reforms are changing how household waste is handled
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