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My guide to painting smarter – how I choose the right finish, plus my top tools and techniques for every room

How to find the right paints for your home and apply them properly!

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Can you make pancakes in a stainless steel pan? I tried it with this Le Creuset version to prove you don't need a non-stick coating for the job

Turns out you don't need a non-stick coating for pancakes

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Lace is the home decor trend I’m seeing everywhere this year – from lace doilies to broderie-trimmed bedding, these are the prettiest pieces to buy now

This is the surprising trend that everyone's becoming obsessed with

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I’m letting you into a ‘tidy people’ secret – Aldi’s £2.99 kitchen cupboard storage heroes will clear clutter and maximise space

It's never been so easy (or cheap) to get your kitchen cupboards in order

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John Lewis's sellout garden chair has had a colourful makeover – I eventually got my hands on the sofa version last year and recommend it to everyone

It's comfy, beautiful, and affordable

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I was sick of chargers and cables cluttering our kitchen until I installed this clever hidden charging drawer

The small kitchen upgrade that keeps our messy chargers out of sight

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12 jobs to do in the garden in February that guarantee a healthy, productive and thriving garden for 2026

Planting, pruning and maintenance tasks

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Why I’m cheating on Anthropologie with Argos this Valentine’s Day – it’s my new go-to for statement homeware

If you're looking for affordable yet stylish homeware this Valentine's Day, Argos is where you want to look

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This Habitat kitchen island is the one thing I'd buy to upgrade a small kitchen – it's the easiest way to add storage

Freestanding kitchen islands are the secret to a flexible layout

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Renovation Diary: Turning a 1960s house into our dream home – the trials and tribulations of architects, planning permission and builders

The trials and tribulations of architects, planning permission and builders

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I'll warn you now – M&S's new food containers look so good that you won't want to stash your leftovers in the freezer

I can't decide which type is my favourite

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8 vegetables you can plant under cloches in February – get ahead and sow these crops now for early harvests

The 2026 growing season starts now!

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This popular potted plant drainage hack is doing more harm than good to your plants, experts warn

Just because it's popular, doesn't mean it's a good idea...

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What is solar control glass and could it be key to preventing your home overheating in summer? This is what the experts say

Could it be key to preventing your home overheating in summer?

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11 living room sofa ideas – from the best styles experts recommend to how to choose the right sofa for your lounge

These are the top sofa silhouettes, arrangements and shopping tips that experts can’t recommend enough when searching for 'the one'

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As a self-confessed shopaholic, I’m investing in these £8 Amazon hangers that triple wardrobe space

They’re a must if you have more clothes than space

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Breville's stylish bean-to-cup coffee machine has turned my kitchen into an at-home cafe – it's helped me kick my takeaway coffee habit for good

The idiot-proof controls and consistent results have made it my morning latte saviour, but it's not without its flaws

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I give my houseplants an MOT every year to keep them thriving – these simple checks will make a huge difference to your indoor jungle too, say experts

Keep your houseplants happy over the winter months with some extra TLC that will set them up for the year ahead

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Why does my robot vacuum cleaner keep getting stuck? This is what the experts say, and the simple ways to fix it yourself

No, your robot vacuum isn’t broken...

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I was filling up my home with clutter and struggling to balance my budget – how I broke my impulsive spending habit and my tips to help you do it too

How to take back control of your spending

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The Georgian home of this BBC Radio One presenter is full of artistic touches

But is the beautifully restored property going to be the forever home for this serial renovator?

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This genius Habitat coffee table hides extra seating, so you’ll always have enough seats for guests – and it’s a budget lookalike for a high-end design

It's the perfect solution to having enough living room seating in a small living room

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For years, Primark has been my secret weapon for pretty, affordable bedding – this stunning £14 yellow gingham set is my latest obsession

It looks so good!

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I think Habitat's new daybed is a clever alternative to a sofa bed – it's space-saving, stylish *and* affordable

And it looks far more expensive than it is

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I wish I didn’t love Dyson’s PencilVac as much as I do – but after three months of testing, I can’t get enough of this quirky cordless

This is what I *really* think of the world’s slimmest vacuum

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