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What Is Acacia Wood Furniture? And Is It Actually Any Good? This Popular Outdoor Material, Explained

This staple material is often used for outdoor furniture, but is it suited to these settings? Our experts explain the pros and cons of this wood.

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These are the 3 garden furniture styles that are going out of style in summer 2025 – and the pieces that are replacing them

Don't invest in new outdoor furniture until you've checked which styles we've waving goodbye to this year

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Japanese garden lighting ideas – 6 subtle yet effective ways to illuminate your outdoor space

Cast shadows, highlight water features and more

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Do you have grey garden furniture? Experts advise against pairing it with this one colour of outdoor cushions

This is why you shouldn’t pair grey outdoor cushions with grey garden furniture – and what shades to go for instead

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7 outdated rules to ignore when designing a small patio – experts say ditching them will transform your space

These are the traditional patio design rules you don’t always need to follow

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How to make your porch look expensive without breaking the bank – 8 ways to welcome your guests in style

These are the top expert tips on elevating this often neglected area of your home

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How to mix freestanding furniture into your kitchen for a cohesive and lived-in space

A few unique furniture pieces will completely transform the look and feel of your kitchen design

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Bows are this festive season’s hottest trend – these are the 14 best Christmas bow ideas to elevate your Christmas decor

This Christmas trend is everywhere this festive season – and there are so many ways in which you can embrace it

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I know this is going to be the biggest Christmas decor trend of 2024 – here's how to bring this cute yet chic look into your home

Very demure, very cutesy – loopy bows and ribbons are taking over Christmas decorating this year

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How to have a very merry Nancy Meyers-inspired Christmas – cozy, chic, and full of cinematic holiday charm

The ultimate guide to recreating the warmth, charm, and lived-in elegance of a Meyers' classic this Christmas

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7 trending Christmas garland ideas – inject some festive spirit into your mantelpiece, hallway, dinner table and more

From hand-made Christmas garland ideas to the styles worth investing in this year

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5 stylish and unique places to hang Christmas stockings around the home - that aren't a mantelpiece

No mantel? No worries - here's where you can hang your stocking instead

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Christmas decor trends 2024 – the 5 new styles set to define this year’s festivities

The hottest themes to deck your home with

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How to pick an artificial Christmas tree - 4 factors to consider when picking the perfect faux tree this Christmas

If you're in the market for an artificial Christmas tree, here's how to pick the best one for your home - according to experts

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Is it worth paying more for a made-to-order sofa? Experts reveal the pros and cons

More and more brands are launching their made-to-order sofa categories – but is this something you should consider?

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Home organisation tips to help a family home run more efficiently

Tips and tricks from professional organisers to get organised and stay that way

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4 rules interior designers always use to plan the perfect living room layout - these tried-and-tested tricks work every time

Failproof design rules that interior specialists swear by for living room layouts

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How to maximise family room seating - five ways to create more space for everyone to sit in a living room

Family room feeling short on space? These expert tips are essential for getting the most out of your seating ideas

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How to make a small living room look bigger with mirrors - clever design tips to open up your space

Mirrors have the power to transform smaller living rooms into spacious sanctuaries - here's how

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How colour experts decorate with neutrals – 10 gorgeous ways to use this muted colour palette

If you think neutrals are boring, you’re doing them wrong…

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Are table fire pits worth it? Experts explain the pros and cons of this 2-in-1 garden addition

A table fire pit seems to offer you the best of both worlds, but is it really the best?

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Fire pit seating ideas - 6 ways to inject style and personality into your outdoor space

These fire pit seating ideas couldn’t get any hotter

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How to hide an ugly fence — 6 ways to disguise an eyesore fence without spending a fortune

Ugly fence? We’ve got you covered

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How to arrange pots in the garden - 5 things to consider when adding them to your outside space

Give your plant pot display some stylish flair

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How to update a living room without buying anything new - free ways to give your space a new look

Refresh your living room and give your space a new lease of life - without spending a penny

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