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Lidl (and Arnold Schwarzenegger) are selling bargain power tools in their middle aisle... but are they any cheaper than Amazon?
By Steve Jenkins published
Will Lidl's power tool range bag you a bargain, or will a trip to Amazon save you even more money? We take a look at what’s available and where the best prices are

Just found mould lurking in your loft? We reveal how it got there and what you can do to get rid of it fast
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Mould anywhere in the home is never a welcome sight, but in the loft it could be pointing to some serious issues that need putting right. Our guide reveals how to sort the problem

Turning a dining room into a home office is easier than you think — experts reveal how
By Gabriella Dyson published
With guidance from interior designers, we discover how to turn a dining room into a home office that works hard from 9–5 and feels inviting again by dinnertime

We bought and fitted our own Wickes kitchen for £3k – here are 12 things to know before you do the same
By Amy Cutmore published
We decided to DIY, but did we regret it? We love the results, but it's definitely a learning curve

If I could install my kitchen island again, these 5 tweaks would be non-negotiable
By Gabriella Dyson published
My kitchen island looked perfect, but living with it showed me the flaws. Here are the five things I’d change if I were renovating again

Should you have carpet in a dining area? The divisive flooring choice experts can’t agree on
By Gabriella Dyson published
Carpet in a dining area can be cosy, but is it sensible? We spoke to the experts to find out whether this flooring choice truly earns its place at the table

Why extending into this one unloved room in your house could be one of the best home upgrades you make
By Natasha Brinsmead published
Our expert guide to knocking through from a dining room will help you decide whether this is the right thing for your home

Could your 'rising damp' be a case of mistaken identity? We explore the potential causes and why it might not always be what it seems
By Ian Rock published
Build expert, Ian Rock is here to explain why you don't always need to assume the worst when you hear the words 'rising damp'

I wait with anticipation for the Pantone Colour of The Year announcement every December, but this year I'm disappointed — is it even a colour?
By Sarah Harley published
The Pantone Colour of the Year is usually embraced in the world of design and it pops up everywhere in the year ahead. But will this be the case in 2026?
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