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This one simple yet effective April lawn job makes your home instantly more attractive to buyers, say property experts

It'll make your garden look neater, whether you're selling or not

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What to do with a fiddle leaf fig in April to encourage new growth and healthy, glossy, green leaves

April is the key month to give your fiddle leaf fig some extra care and attention

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Moving this year? This is the moving house checklist you need to follow to keep stress levels low between exchange and completion

Everything you need to do for a hassle-free house move

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I spent £10,000 trying to add value to my house before putting it on the market – this is what was worth it, and what wasn’t

There are two things I'd never waste time or money on again

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I’ve been wasting energy through these 3 decor choices for years – and it turns out each one has been costing me up to £250 a year

It turns out each one has been costing me up to £250 a year

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These are the 7 garden furniture trends that you’re going to see in the most stylish outdoor spaces this summer

If you’re shopping for outdoor furniture this year, read this first

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I switched to a smart kettle to avoid wasting energy six months ago, and this is how much I actually saved

This is how much I actually saved

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Is it ever a good idea to use a conservatory as an extra bedroom? Experts told me it’s definitely a feasible option, but only if you follow these 7 crucial pointers

Experts told me it’s definitely a feasible option, but only if you follow these 7 crucial pointers

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5 messy things that guests always notice in your hallway – and the low price (but high impact) clutter busters that’ll hide them from nosy visitors

What you need to give them a welcome you're proud of

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The 6 bedroom ‘sleep thieves’ experts say are ruining your sleep – and how to fix them for a better night’s rest

Are these design decisions disturbing your sleep?

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4 bee-friendly fence colours that will keep your garden buzzing with vital pollinators, according to experts

Yep, bees have a favourite fence colour, too

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Micro kitchen islands are the savvy kitchen storage idea I'm backing in 2026, as a Kitchen Editor – it's a genius way of including an island in a small kitchen

Bigger doesn't mean better

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Think twice before hanging things on your neighbour's fence – these are the rules you need to follow to avoid legal action

Solve this common dispute in 4 steps

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I swapped my expensive feather-and-down duvet for a £39.50 M&S alternative – I'm really impressed by its value for money

This M&S Duck Feather and Down Duvet is an affordable option

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5 fast-growing pink perennials to plant in April – the pretty blooms garden experts recommend to fill your garden with colour quickly

Plant now for a pretty, pink garden

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These are the best trending colours for a bathroom vanity in 2026, according to design pros - it's a shortcut to an inspiring bathroom design

Colour is the secret to a trending space in 2026

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5 lawn care tasks you must do in April to set your grass up for a strong year of lush green growth – the key jobs to start now

The key jobs to start now

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Chintz is making a comeback, but not as you know it – this is how to give the vintage trend a modern refresh

Trends come and go, but here's how to give this look a timeless appeal

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What to feed roses in April for more flowers – experts say you must do this task now for an abundant flush of blooms

Don't skip this important job

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I’ve developed a very simple system to edit out the stuff in my home – why a cardboard box is my secret weapon to a clutter free and orderly home

It’s straight forward, effective and takes very little time

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5 messy things that guests always notice in your bathroom – and the clever storage essentials you can use to hide them from nosy visitors

How to host in (clutter-free) style

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6 things you'll always find in a country-style hallway – give your home's entrance way a cosy rural look, no matter the size (or location)

These key ingredients will give your home's entrance way a cosy rural look

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3 things people with low energy bills always have — side-step potential price rises and avoid wasting energy by trying them in your own home

Side-step potential price rises and avoid wasting energy by trying them in your own home

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These are the colour combinations dating your home in 2026 – and they have one thing in common

And experts reveal the colour pairings replacing them this year

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How to straighten lawn edges for a perfectly manicured lawn – 4 simple steps that any gardener can master

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