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Small living room colour schemes – 12 ways to make your lounge look bigger and more stylish

Colour experts share their top tips on how to use colour to transform your tiny living space

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Designers reveal the 5 mistakes to avoid when decorating with gray – and what to do instead

From rooms that feel too cool and uninviting, to a lack of colorful contrast, learn what to avoid when decorating with this popular neutral

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'It's official - just 10% is all you need'. Our color expert on how small living rooms can take bold shades if you use them well

Our color expert Ruth Mottershead explains about to use bold shades in small spaces, by getting the ratios and pigments just right

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What Are the Best Paint Colors for South-Facing Rooms? 5 Shades Experts Love Using For These Light-Flooded Spaces

From vibrant yellows to earthy greens, these are the expert-approved paint colors to decorate with in south-facing rooms

Livingetc

5 small entryway color rules interior designers want us to abide by

Try your hand at these simple, yet effective ways of decorating with small entryway color ideas

Homes & Gardens

The Best Paint Colors for North-Facing Rooms To Create a Cozy Space That Embraces The Limited Natural Light

Make the most of north-facing rooms with these warming paint shades, from neutrals to bold hues

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The best colours to paint a kitchen according to paint pros - pick the perfect shade for large, small, dark and light spaces

The colour trends to follow plus the classic shades that will never date...

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Paint Colors That Go With Natural Wood — 10 Picks That Bring Out the Beauty of This Organic Material

Finding paint colors that complement wood isn't too hard, but some of these choices will really make timber finishes sing

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Room color ideas – 35 stylish color schemes for each room in your home

Learn how to create a balanced color scheme in every room, from kitchens to bedrooms, as explained by interior designers and color experts

Homes & Gardens

27 living room paint ideas that will make your lounge look more interesting, stylish and elevated

This is how to elevate your living space with the right paint colours, techniques and pro-recommended tricks

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How to make a room look bigger with paint: 10 expert tips

Leading paint specialists reveal their clever tricks for painting small spaces to maximise impact

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Should You Paint Ceilings and Walls the Same Color? Experts Give Their Verdict

Ever wondered — should you paint ceilings and walls the same color? We asked experts to weigh in on this paint trend, and offer their honest opinion

Livingetc

9 Colorful Dining Room Ideas That Are the Shortcut to a Stylish Soirée

A palette of delicious hues is an easy way to spark conversation, but it's not always an easy style to get right — so, let these designer ideas help

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I asked interior designers how they refresh their homes for summer – these are the 9 summer decor ideas they use to instantly brighten up a room

Bring life to your interiors with these joyful summer decor ideas

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11 best paint colors for the exterior of your home, for a classic look year-long as suggested by experts

Follow these expert tips on the best colors to paint the exterior of your home, guaranteed to boost curb appeal: from classic white to statement hues

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Inspiring and fun bathroom paint ideas to inspire any wash space

A change of colour can do wonders and won’t cost a fortune, as these inspiring ideas prove

Homes & Gardens

11 kitchen wallpaper ideas to add character to your scheme

It's true – these kitchen wallpaper ideas are the perfect way to add character to your scheme

Homes & Gardens

The biggest color trends of 2025 – 10 colors designers say will lead the way next year

From rich and warm reds to grounding neutrals, these are the hottest color trends for 2025, as predicted by interior designers

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