Exterior
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How much does it cost to paint a house? A breakdown of material and labour costs to help you budget
We show you exactly how to work out your exterior painting budget
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How often should you paint your home’s exterior? Signs your house might be due a repaint
The expert timeline to help you keep on top of your repainting schedule
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10 small front porch ideas to add character and style to your entrance
Learn how to pack a punch with our small front porch ideas
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How much does a porch cost? A breakdown of what you can expect to pay
We've put together a general ballpark of costs with all the factors that will influence the final price of building a porch
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How to make your front door look more attractive – 10 ways to give it kerb appeal
How to make your front door look more attractive, from paint to plants
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How to make a Christmas wreath – create your own beautiful wreath from scratch on a budget
Our beginner-friendly guide to making your own festive wreath to adorn your front door
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Christmas window decors to get your home (and neighbours) in the festive spirit
Don't forget about Christmas window decor ideas - it could be just what your home needs for the perfect festive finishing touch
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14 Christmas door decor ideas to greet guests with festive cheer
Give the outside of your home a taste of the Christmas magic with our round-up of seasonal decoration ideas
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Study reveals that this unique front door colour is set to be huge in 2024
Here's why it could be a good choice for your home
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How to maintain your roof - everything you need to know
Ensure you know how to maintain your roof from spotting problems and DIY fixes to when to seek professional assistance
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10 front door colour mistakes you should be avoiding
Planning on updating your exterior? Our guide will ensure you won't make these 10 front door colour mistakes
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Front door colour ideas – boost your curb appeal with these fabulous shades
Does your exterior need a spruce up? Our front door colour ideas will give you the low-down on what's hot
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How to make the right choice when choosing the glazing for your home
Make sure your windows don't just look good, but do good too
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How to choose traditional windows for period homes
Traditional windows play a vital role in both a property’s aesthetics and its energy efficiency, so choose the style carefully
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Welcome more natural light into your home with VELUX®
Let the VELUX design advisory service help you work out how to bring more light into your rooms
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What are gutter guards - and do they really work?
They're sold as a problem solver, so we've spoken to the experts to see if they're all they're cracked up to be
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How to choose the best front door to make the most of your period home
Well-considered period front door ideas will help you to create a valuable first impression and can transform the appearance of your property
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The best colour to paint your front door to boost the value of your home revealed
Would you paint your door this colour to attract potential buyers?
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Replacing a roof - everything you need to know
Replacing a roof might sound intimidating, but our easy-to-understand expert guide will help you get it right
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Glass wall design ideas - all you need to know about glass partition walls
Bring light into your home by swapping solid walls for stylish designs that incorporate glass
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External wall insulation problems – what can go wrong?
The potential issues with installing external wall insulation and how to avoid them
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How much does external wall insulation cost?
Find out what to budget for external wall insulation
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Cavity wall insulation problems – what can go wrong
Discover the most common complications of cavity wall insulation and how to solve them
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How much does cavity wall insulation cost?
What to budget for when retrofitting cavity wall insulation
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A guide to external wall insulation - your questions answered
Increase your home’s energy efficiency and cut energy bills with EWI
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Choosing between bifold or sliding doors for your extension? There is now a third-option
Slide and turn doors are the best of both worlds with unobstructed views and flexibility
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Should I build a green roof? Architectural designer Charlie Luxton is a fan
Ideal Home's resident architectural designer Charlie Luxton shares his design know-how
