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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

My bathroom walls look washed out and flat — I asked the experts which colours to avoid and which shades I should embrace
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Steer clear of these 5 colours in bathrooms say experts if you want to design a bathroom that has timeless appeal

Can you put shredded paper in recycling bins? The answer may surprise you
By Joseph Mullane published
Homeowners are being warned that a common household habit could be undermining recycling efforts, as new Simpler Recycling rules aim to reduce confusion and contamination across England

No food waste bin yet? Homeowners advised to dispose of their scraps in these 6 ways
By Joseph Mullane published
As food waste collections continue to roll out across England, some households are still waiting for caddies and are being advised on ways to manage kitchen scraps in the meantime

'I transformed a redundant hallway alcove with leftover panelling – here's how I did it'
By Megan Milstead published
This simple hallway revamp has sparked multiple budget-friendly ideas for repurposing panelling at home

The paper and cardboard recycling rules I've been getting wrong without realising – and you might be breaking them too
By Sarah Harley published
I thought the recycling paper and cardboard rules were relatively simple, but there are still guidelines to be followed and here's why

7 in 10 homeowners underestimate bathroom renovation costs — are you one of them?
By Joseph Mullane published
New FMB research reveals a major gap between homeowner expectations and real-world bathroom renovation costs, raising concerns over budgeting mistakes and exposure to rogue traders

'We turned a dated dining room into our dream small living room – here's how we did it'
By Megan Milstead published
Changing rooms helped renovator Laura Crombie make the most of the space in her home without extending

8 facts about soapstone, and why it could be the lesser-known kitchen worktop finish you didn't know you needed
By Sarah Harley published
Lesser known than other materials such as granite or marble, soapstone is a worthy contender for kitchen worktops and other surface finishes, as experts explain

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
By Sarah Harley published
My bedroom is big enough to work from, but having my desk and bed in the same space is proving too disruptive. Could these temporary fixes be the solution?
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