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Square vs round coffee tables - which are better? Designers agree on the best shape for a perfectly curated space
5 considerations interior designers say you must take into account when picking between a square and round coffee table
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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What are the worst garden flowers for allergies? 5 plants to avoid, and what to choose instead
The main cause of your seasonal allergies could be lurking in your flowerbeds...
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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How to water plants in pots – the tricks to keep your container garden happy, and the one thing you should never do
From how best to water to the right time of day, experts give us their top tips on how to water plants in pots to ensure they thrive
By Amy McArdle • Published
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10 design mistakes interior designers always notice in a living room – and how to solve them
Top interior designers on the decor mistakes they always spot in living rooms, and what we can do to avoid them
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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7 genius ways to use a gas grill that go beyond the basics of barbecuing
Gas grills are more versatile than you think, so whether it's using one to cook in an exciting way, or just repurposing it for something else, we've got 7 ideas to inspire
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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5 ways to turn your backyard into an outdoor living room
Landscaping an outdoor living room is the ultimate form of alfresco luxury
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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5 easy ways to start hydroponic gardening - join the growing trend that gives you fresh produce all year round
These 5 quick ways to start hydroponic gardening will allow you to get on with the trend that gives you fresh produce all year round. Not just for the green thumbed.
By Sarah Wilson • Published
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5 throw pillow colors to avoid – what experts advise not to put on your couch, and what to choose instead
These throw pillow colors might not be the best idea for a modern, practical sofa. These experts have some alternative shades to suggest
By Amy McArdle • Published
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10 low maintenance plants for indoor gardening that even beginners - and busy people - can keep alive
Low maintenance plants for indoor gardening are perfect if you don't have much time - or think you lack the skill. Experts pick these species for an effortless yet impressive display
By Jacky Parker • Published
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Should I use handles or knobs on kitchen cupboards? Designers agree unanimously
A kitchen isn't complete until the handles are on. Or should that be the knobs? We asked the experts to pick a horse in the hardware stakes
By Cat Olley • Last updated
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What type of countertop lasts the longest? Every designer we asked mentioned the same material
Gone off granite but don't trust yourself (or the kids) with notoriously high-maintenance marble? Designers agree on what could be the answer
By Cat Olley • Last updated
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What color is replacing dark blue? This moody shade is the new go-to for atmospheric decorating schemes
Moody blues might once have had a grip on interior design, but today's designers are turning to a surprising color in its stead
By Oonagh Turner • Last updated
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This architect's trick for positioning a bed in the middle of a room makes me want to be braver with my bedroom layout
Putting a bed in the middle of a room is a shortcut to emulating luxurious hotel-like designs, but it's a tricky layout to get right. Here, an architect explains how it's done best
By Luke Arthur Wells • Published
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How high should you hang art above furniture? The magic number designers use for gauging picture perfect walls
This is the ideal height to hang art above your furniture, and the different factors that will affect it
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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What plants are best for a lush indoor garden? Experts pick the 10 best to give you an exciting jungle feel
Experts advise the best plant for a lush indoor garden and how to style and care for them. Your house can be a jungle in no time
By Jacky Parker • Published
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Minimalism vs maximalism – which style is better? These designers say the answer lies in the search for a middle ground
Trying to fit the extremes of maximalism and minimalism might not be as fruitful for your home's design as meeting in the middle, explains interiors expert Sophie Flaxman
By Sophie Flaxman • Published
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Horizontal or vertical tiles – which make a small bathroom look bigger? How not to make the wrong choice for your space
Everything you need to know about tile placement for your small bathroom to create the optical illusion that it's bigger than it is
By Amy McArdle • Published
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What is willow water? This super easy trick will cost you nothing and creates a miracle elixir for healthier plants
Make your own willow water for healthier, pest-free, fertilized plants, or to make propagating plants almost fool-proof. Here's how
By Amy McArdle • Published
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What herbs grow best in the kitchen? 5 flavor-packed plants that will you an instant edible indoor garden
An indoor herb garden is easy - and these five plants will flourish in your kitchen. Experts explain how to have an edible display you can eat and cook with all year long
By Jacky Parker • Published
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Best lighting for a makeup vanity – the 5 secrets to a flattering glow-up for your get-ready spaces
What is the best way to light a makeup vanity? These interior designers rely on these 5 tricks to make it as flattering as possible
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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5 vegetables you can grow indoors all year - experts on the home-grown produce that just keeps on coming
No backyard? That's no barrier to growing your own vegetables, and some edible plants can be grown all year, according to experts
By Jacky Parker • Published
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Should throw pillow match the couch? This underrated trick might just make your living room feel more modern
To mix-and-match or go for a seamless sofa look? We ask the designers whether you should match your throw pillow to your couch
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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Is No Mow May a good idea? Garden experts weigh up the pros and cons of not mowing your lawn this month
No Mow May sees gardeners down lawnmowers for an entire month to encourage more bees to their lawns. But is it the right course of action for a healthy garden?
By Hugh Metcalf • Last updated
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5 outdated pattern trends that will make your home feel old-fashioned – and what to use instead
These are the patterns to avoid if you want your scheme to stay contemporary – but don't worry, we've got alternatives for you try, too
By Ellen Finch • Published
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What color should I paint my pantry shelves? Experts explain how to perfect this game-changing finishing touch
Changing the color of your pantry shelves is a small job that makes a big difference. Experts explain the finishes, hues and styles to get it right
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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What pastel colors go together? 5 perfect palette pairings designers use to create relaxed and elevated schemes
Embrace the all-pastel look in the home for a bright interior full of the joys of spring with these effortless combinations
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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5 things you can get rid of from your laundry room today to declutter, save space and embrace minimalism
Laundry rooms are magnets for clutter - start your spring cleaning here with these experts' easy decluttering tips
By Amy Mcardle • Published
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'They're ideal!' How to turn your windowsill into a thriving indoor garden with the perfect plants for your space
One windowsill is all you need for a thriving indoor garden, and these are the foliage and fronds experts say will guarantee you success
By Jacky Parker • Published
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How should you layout a pantry? The 5 steps professional organizers take to the perfect set-up
We speak to the decluttering experts to find out the five steps to a perfectly decluttered pantry
By Oonagh Turner • Published