Renovation
Everything you need to know about renovating your home. Whether you’re transforming your extension or designing one from scratch, starting a new project can be overwhelming. We have budget guides and essential checklists for all your renovation and design work
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Renovation
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5 country rooms with beautiful bi-folding doors
These inspirational rooms open up whole walls to the great outdoors for a seamless transition between outside and in
By Tara King
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Brits are determined to come out of crisis better off – thanks to these top 'home improve' measures
We're making this time of confinement count
By Tamara Kelly
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Shillinglee Court is a fine example of effortless interior style
This striking Georgian home has been described as one of the finest examples of its kind in West Sussex.
By Tamara Kelly
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How much is secondary glazing and is it worth it?
How much does secondary glazing cost? We look at the prices for the various options, plus installation and maintenance
By Rebecca Foster
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Black and white flooring ideas - 10 of the best
Create a bold and striking backdrop to any room with black and white flooring
By Caroline Keenan
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Bhs makes light work of illumination
This season Bhs brightens our lives by adding an industrial edge to its lighting range
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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External doors – your complete guide to choosing, costing and fitting
They can make or break the look of your home and should dramatically improve energy efficiency and security
By Ginevra Benedetti
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New treads: latest stats show carpet sales are increasing at their fastest rate since 1996
According to the latest CBI retail data, us Brits are moving away from stripped flooring and tiles and are opting for something all together more luxurious - carpet
By Stephanie Hendries
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How to find the perfect architect
Check out our expert guide to finding the right architect for your project
By Liz Stansfield
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8 arty walls for your country home
Get creative and add visual drama with large-scale wallpaper panels, murals and photography
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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5 ways to use colour and pattern on walls from Tricia Guild
Afraid to use colour and pattern on your walls? Style guru Tricia Guild shares her top tips ...
By Stephanie Hendries
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These key carpet trends for autumn will make you rethink your bare floorboards
They'll have you wanting to keep cosy and cover up
By Amy Cutmore
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How many spotlights do I need? How to calculate the perfect number
We've asked experts how to find the right number of spotlights to illuminate your space
By Millie Hurst
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DIY-er reveals smart hack to get the on-trend Scandi wood panelling look for under £120
Get the look with iron-on, wood veneer, edging tape
By Rachel Homer
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Kirstie Allsopp designs new wallpaper range for B&Q
We asked Kirstie Allsopp what inspired her new wallpaper collection
By Elizabeth Ransome
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The first thing you must do after Storm Eunice to protect your home from further damage
A property and construction expert reveals the first thing you should check in the wake of a storm
By Rebecca Knight
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Easy flooring ideas - 10 of the best
Need easy flooring solutions? Take a look at our pick of the best flooring arond. From carpet and rugs, to rubber and vinyl - we've got plenty of decorating ideas. For more decorating ideas visit housetohome.co.uk
By Stephanie Hendries
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George Clarke's extension planning advice – including his brilliant tips for sticking to a budget
If anyone knows a thing or two about project planning a home renovation, it's George!
By Tamara Kelly
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How to remove a chimney – and create much needed space in your home
Claw back extra space by getting shot of an unused chimney-breast
By Linda Clayton
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Permitted development – 15 home additions you can build without planning permission
You'll be surprised what you're permitted to do, to improve your property...
By Tamara Kelly
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Carpet planks – is this the next big trend in flooring?
If floorboards and carpet had a baby, this is what it would look like!
By Amy Cutmore
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Make a celebrity entrance – Holly Willoughby leads the way with her Christmas door decorations
Forget celebrity Christmas trees, this year is all about their front doors
By Tamara Kelly
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How to paint floorboards – advice for sanding, painting and stencilling wooden floors
Discover how to paint a wooden floor that's damaged or dull, to transform your home
By Amy Cutmore
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Fans go wild for Helen Skelton's wallpaper, as seen on Lorraine – and we've hunted down the design!
The TV presenter shared a glimpse of her home with fans
By Tamara Kelly
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How to replace front door glass
Follow this step-by-step guide to upgrading and replacing front door glass
By Rhoda Parry
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How to insulate a garage door – step by step
Follow our guide to garage door insulation to create a warm, dry and energy efficient space
By Rhoda Parry