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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The 7 interior design trends you need to know – hot from Milan
Livingetc presents its roundup of the latest interior design trends, straight from last week's Salone de Mobile furniture fair in Milan.
By Sarah Baldwin
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New Wave collection: 6 wallpapers you have to see
Liven up a feature wall or bring a whole room to life with these six inspiring designs from the New Wave collection at Graham & Brown
By Sophie Thrower
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Inside Kim Wilde's quirky home – the 80s singing sensation and keen gardener shows off her style
This home definitely 'keeps us hangin' on'
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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Green and blue colour schemes 2013 – 10 of the best
Blue and green should always be seen! View these great colour combination ideas for your home. Find more colour design ideas at housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Dulux’s new paint range promises to transform your walls with just one coat of paint
One coat is all you need to take your walls from drab to fab with the clever Dulux Simply Refresh range
By Holly Phillips
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Look to the latest lighting designs to bring some character into your home
From loveable monkeys and elegant flamingos to cute hares, cheeky rats and wide-eyed bunnies, animal-themed lighting is a fun trend you won’t want to miss...
By Rachel Ogden
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Celia Rufey answers your wallpaper questions
Decorating expert Celia Rufey answers your home decorating questions on everything from French wallpaper to mirrored walls. For more expert home advice, hints and tips visit housetohome.co.uk
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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3 things you need to know about chalk paint
The reasons why this versatile paint is an upcycler’s dream
By Georgina Probert
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True Romance: 6 enchanting schemes to keep you cosy this autumn
Hunker down this season with a soft, soothing scheme in a pretty romantic palette
By Sophie Thrower
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Four clever ways of lighting your home this autumn
We hate to say it, but it's getting darker outside...
By Amy Cutmore
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Don't Move, Improve! Step inside 2016's most innovative house transformations
Be inspired by these contemporary extensions and conversions that show you don't have to move to get more space
By Ginevra Benedetti
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Creative ways to use tiles that you won’t have thought of
Mix up your tiling talents this year with these quirky designs and vibrant colours
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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8 ways with sliding doors
Space is at a premium in many homes as property gets more expensive and we look for ways to kit out smaller bedrooms and living rooms.
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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You'll find it harder to get planning permission if you live HERE
It's a postcode lottery...
By Stephanie Wood
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Eco-friendly flooring – everything you need to know about sustainable floors
Is it time for your floor to go green?
By Tara King
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Bare necessities: how to give your floorboards a Scandi look
Simple ways to revive old wooden flooring and give it a fresh, Scandi feel
By Georgina Probert
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Pastel power: how to create an impact using soft shades
If subtlety is more your thing when it comes to colour, and plain old grey or neutrals just don’t cut it, we have some clever paint ideas with washed pastels that will make a quiet impact.
By Michela Colling
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Want some drama in your life? Go for one of these bold, nature-inspired wallpapers
Not for the faint-hearted, these floral wallpapers make a stylish statement
By Fiona Surfleet
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How to bring contemporary style to the country
Bring urban luxe to your rural retreat
By Mary Weaver
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This £19.99 H&M rug has just won a prestigious award – and you'll love the design
Who's ready to make their floors fabulous?
By Miriam Habtesellasie
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7 clever ways with paint
From chalkboard walls to bold baths, we show you how to get creative with the season’s beautiful new shades
By Tara King
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6 ways to refresh your walls
Transform your space with these dramatic makeovers for walls
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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The interior trends you should be ditching at each of these big life milestones
Here's how to make sure your home grows with you...
By Rebecca Knight
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Cath Kidston wallpaper
This nautical wallpaper print is perfect for children's rooms
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Take a sneak peak at the new affordable lighting company we can't wait to shop
Introducing Mabel Home & Lighting - the home of gorgeous designer lighting at great value prices
By Ginevra Benedetti
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New at Aldi this week – luxurious faux fur throws, cushions and rugs to create a cosy home
Create a cosy winter retreat at home by layering these tactile accessories
By Tamara Kelly
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13 unusual things to hang on your wall
From hats to squirrels - these wall hangings certainly add character
By Andreia Shelley