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How to paint bathroom cabinets – a quick and easy way to transform your bathroom
If you are looking for a quick bathroom refresh for the new year, our guide to how to paint bathroom cabinets is the weekend project you need
By Olivia Emily • Last updated
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The 10 best IKEA kitchen hacks for a chic space on a budget
These IKEA kitchen hacks will transform the heart of your home into a bespoke retreat without breaking the bank
By Ruth Doherty • Last updated
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Should a dining room be painted dark or light? Designers give us their golden rule to decide easily
When choosing whether to paint a dining room light or dark, keep this advice from interior designers in mind
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Last updated
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Does a living room need a coffee table? Turns out your room may work better without one...
A coffee table might be considered a staple piece of living room decor but, as these designers suggest, they're not always necessary
By Amy Neason • Published
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What is temporary wallpaper and is it safe to use in a rental? These experts explain
Temporary wallpaper is a hassle free, renter-friendly alternative to traditional wallpapering. Here's how it works
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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These are the 6 mistakes most people make when setting the Christmas table – here's how to avoid them
Something missing when you lay your Christmas dinner table? These experts share the most common table-setting mistakes and how to fix them
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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Is a wet room a good idea? These are the pros and cons you might have never considered
This type of streamlined, open-plan shower space adds a luxurious flourish to the home – but is it practical? We spoke to the experts to find out
By Rebecca Foster • Published
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How long do real Christmas trees last? When to buy a tree so that it stays looking great until Christmas Day
How long do real Christmas trees last and how to keep your indoor tree alive and well for as long as possible
By Oonagh Turner • Last updated
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Does a bathroom vanity need a backsplash? Not necessarily, say these design experts
This practical feature helps protect your walls from water damage – but does it fit in with aesthetic you want? Explore the design alternatives, here
By Rebecca Foster • Published
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The 7 step guide to how to make your home more Hygge, adding cosiness, warmth and personality
The 7 step guide to how to make your home more Hygge borrows from Scandi and modern farmhouse decor ideas to create a cosy scheme
By Fleur Britten • Published
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World-class designer Jonathan Adler on how to create joyful homes and perfect Christmas tables
Jonathan Adler tells our editor Pip Rich about the colors to use to bring joy at Christmas and all year round
By Pip Rich • Published
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Can I fit an island in my kitchen? With this expert advice you almost certainly can
Can I fit an island into my kitchen? Quite probably, if you know just what you're doing. Let our experts explain
By Hebe Hatton • Last updated
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Should I 'float' my living room furniture? The how and why of moving your sofa away from the walls
Floating your furniture can help make a living room feel perfectly proportioned. Here, the experts weigh in on how best tackle this layout idea
By Oonagh Turner • Last updated
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How do minimalists decorate for Christmas? 4 rules to keep your home calm but super-festive
Think festive decorating is at odds with minimalism? Think again. Discover how a new wave of the trend is lending itself to cozy, Christmassy spaces
By Kate Hollowood • Last updated
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Color commonality: the easy rule designers use for cosy decor, according to Livingetc's paint expert
Little Greene's creative director Ruth Mottershead on how to create paint palettes that perfectly blend together
By Ruth Mottershead • Last updated
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What minimalism means and how it is evolving to become the warmest decor trend of 2023
Designers are welcoming a warmer, more organic form of minimalism to help create comfort, connection and belonging
By Kate Hollowood • Last updated
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I committed to this 'kind' decluttering rule and it's helped me finally let stuff go
Applying this simple question to everything I considered throwing away helped me declutter all my junk. These experts explain why it's so effective
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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Should you invest in an Amazon Echo Show 15? Tech experts weigh in on if now's the time to level up
The smart speaker from tech giant Amazon has a built in display perfect for video calls from the kitchen counter, but is it worth the investment?
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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Is the Samsung Serif TV worth it? Our editor bought one, and he has a lot of thoughts
Samsung's The Serif TV is clearly the choice of the design lover. But does our editor, who actually bought one, agree?
By Pip Rich • Last updated
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How to decide if you should custom frame your art – 5 expert tips for getting your gallery wall on point
Should you invest in custom framing? From the size of the piece to the monetary value, these expert tips will help navigate the process
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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Should you have a TV in the bedroom? These experts put the debate to rest, definitively
TV in the bedroom – thumbs up or thumbs down? Let's find out what the experts say
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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How to organize an entryway – 7 easy ways to make your home beautiful right from the start
Looking for tips on how to organize an entryway? We asked the home organization experts so you can declutter like a pro
By Hebe Hatton • Last updated
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Should I invest in a self-watering planter? How this clever, low-tech buy changed my luck with houseplants
Tired of worrying about your houseplants while you're on vacation? Let a self-watering planter be the answer
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Is it okay to have more than one mirror in a room? This is the one instance designers say it's never okay
Great design or style faux pas? We asked the experts for their thoughts on multiple mirrors – and how to use them to the best effect
By Ellen Finch • Published
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What is the goal of minimalism? And how can it help you create the calm home life you crave?
Discover how the goal of minimalism can help you find clarity, calm, and value what matters
By Kate Hollowood • Published
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Design experts on how to choose the best dining table shape for the way you want your home to feel
Choosing the right dining table shape can transform a room - here's how to get the perfect mix of form and function for your space
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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How can I fit a Christmas tree in a small living room? Here's how the experts tackle tiny, yet festive spaces
If you think a Christmas tree just simply won't fit in your tiny living room, think again. We asked the experts for a Christmas miracle for small homes
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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I'm changing how I decorate now I know the best tips for keeping a Christmas tree alive
I spoke to the green fingered experts to find out how to keep a Christmas tree alive, well and looking festive for longer
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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How do I paint hard-to-reach places? These are the tools of the trade that decorating experts swear by
If you need help painting places that are awkward to reach in your home, these experts know the best tools for the job
By Lilith Hudson • Published