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Should you paint kitchen cabinets yourself, or is it a disaster waiting to happen? Help us settle the debate

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I'm buying three immediately – Shark has flipped the script on everything I thought I knew about air purifiers with its new colourful releases

The compact size makes it perfect for desks and small spaces, too

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Aldi’s £20 Everyways Pan is a dead ringer for the cult Always Pan – you need to be quick, as it will sell out fast

Run, don't walk, to get your hands on one

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Experts say this dehumidifier 'cooling' hack could be backfiring on your energy bills and hiking them up

Using your dehumidifier on its own to help your home feel cooler might not be worth it...

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6 rooms that demonstrate why blue and green are this year's coolest colour pairing

It's the duo that works in almost every room of the house!

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9 home office colour schemes to inspire productivity and focus in your WFH space

The colour and interiors experts have spoken – and these are the home office colour schemes they recommend the most

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Building pros explain what a load-bearing wall actually is and why you should ‘never assume’ you can tell a load-bearing wall just by looking at it

This is how to find out if a wall is load-bearing

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Are climbing plants damaging your home? What you need to know before training a climber up a brick wall

Nothing says ‘dream home’ like decadent wisteria or roses rambling up the walls, but are they causing damage?

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‘It makes your living room feel more connected and comfortable’ – the 4-inch seating rule is the trick interior designers have been using for years

The rule of thumb that designers always follow when it comes to living room seating

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5 jobs to do in a vegetable garden in August for late-summer productivity and autumn prep

There's plenty to keep you busy this month!

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M&S is selling some of the most stylish floral bedding I’ve seen – here’s how to nail the look

It seems floral bedding is having a comeback

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IKEA just gave me a masterclass in how to transform a kitchen with patterns – Scandi design isn't as minimal as I thought

Textiles are the way forward - but it doesn't have to break the bank

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Habitat’s bold new Archive chair has future cult buy written all over it

There's no doubt in my mind that this is a classic design in the making

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I’ve knocked down 8+ walls — doing it myself taught me these 5 lessons

Sometimes things don't always go to plan

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4 reasons your tomatoes aren’t turning red – and how to get them back on track in time for summer salads

The most common culprits, demystified

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Swapping your tarmac driveway for this smart paving solution can reduce your risk of flooding

This unusual grass paving for driveways can not only prevent flooding but also offer an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional tarmac

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I put this steam-powered spot cleaner to work on carpets, sofas and even the kids' mucky trainers — my busy family home has never been so clean

I didn't expect results this good

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Are bunk beds a good idea for a kids' room? As a mum of two, these are my thoughts

Get my honest opinion on whether it's a yay or nay for this kids bedroom staple

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I’ve seen this rustic lighting trend at every major brand this year – and it's popping up in every stylish home I know

It's going to be my investment piece this autumn

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My home renovation declutter helped me make this huge change to my interior style – now my home decor finally reflects who I am at 40

I reset my interior style with a good old declutter

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Is buying a deep fat fryer for your kitchen a good idea or simply a whole lot of mess? I tried this one (for under £60!) to find out

This is the best deep fat fryer for large familes and for hosting — plus it's actually easy to clean!

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Every stylish person I know is buying these designer-inspired towels from H&M Home - stripes are a trend set to last into 2026

For less than the price of two coffees, it's hard to say no

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I'm recommending the Ninja Artisan Electric Outdoor Pizza Oven to everyone I know – it guarantees delicious pizzas at the touch of a button

It's the most beginner-friendly pizza oven I've ever used

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Don't throw your old toothbrushes in the bin this summer – it’s the secret weapon to making your garden furniture glow

The cleaning tool you never knew you needed

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How to get rid of selfheal in a lawn – 3 ways to keep the purple-flowering weed at bay

Nip it in the bud before it takes over!

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