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GardensHow to Create a Small Wildlife Pond in Your Garden
If you’ve always fancied a pond but think your space might be too small, or making one might be tricky, read on...
Full StoryDecoratingAn Expert Guide to Designing Kitchen Lighting
Renovating your kitchen? Here’s how to get the perfect mix of lighting for a room that’s both warm and well-functioning
Full StoryRenovatingHow to Choose a Carpenter
Want a new kitchen? Or fitted wardrobes? A carpenter can help with that – and far more besides. Here’s how to choose one
Full StoryRenovatingHow to Choose an Electrician
From the questions to ask to getting the best result possible, here’s what to know when you’re hiring an electrician
Full StoryMore Rooms8 Common Living Room Layout Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Planning a living room revamp? Try these expert tips to make it the best space for you
Full StoryBathrooms7 Common Wetroom Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Follow this expert guide for a wetroom that’s watertight, works well and is a joy to use
Full StoryGardens7 Planting Tips for Novice Gardeners
Discover the key things you need to consider when planning the planting in your garden
Full StoryGardensWhere Designers Would Spend and Save in a Garden
Our experts suggest where you could trim costs and where you could dig a little deeper for your garden redesign
Full StoryGardensHow to Lay Out a Long, Narrow Garden
Create the illusion of width and space with these clever tricks from garden professionals
Full StoryRenovatingHow to Reinstate Period-style Internal Doors
Restoration, off the shelf or custom-made – which is best for bringing the magic back to every room in your home?
Full StoryRenovatingHow to Choose a Plumber
Installing a new bathroom or struggling with a leaky kitchen tap? Here’s how to hire a pipework professional
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