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What are the most welcoming exterior paint colors? 5 shades to make your home look more inviting

Boost your home's curb appeal with these welcoming paint colors

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10 kitchen cabinet color mistakesto avoid for a cool and contemporary result

Avoid these kitchen cabinet color mistakes for a modern look. Stop making bad decisions and listen to our expert advice including design tips and tricks

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Best lavender paints as chosen by designers – 6 favorite varieties of this calming, pastel color

What are the best lavender paints? We asked interior designers for their top picks, and these 6 shades came out on top

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10 accent colour ideas that will add flair and style to any room

Give your home a refresh with one of these eye-catching accent colours

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Professional painters reveal the secret to color matching a paint shade from an image alone

Professional painters reveal how to color match a paint shade from a photo or video to achieve the closet shade possible

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8 outdated '60s interior design trends making a comeback in 2024

These 60s interior design trends have come back in favor, and interior designers say you shouldn't overlook them

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Let the sun shine with 9 yellow small kitchen ideas — it's the perfect way to brighten any space

Give your space a glow-up with yellow small kitchen ideas. Designer-approved ideas to lift the heart of your home

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What colours make a bedroom feel cosier? 9 shades that will give your space a cocooning feel

From earthy tones and warm neutrals to peachy hues and darker colours...

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The 8 Best Beige Paints Designers Turn to for Warmly Luxe Schemes – "It Evokes a Sense of Calm"

Choosing between the best beige paints is a job for the experts as there are simply so many choose from. So whether you want a soft gray or a warm yellow, designers share their go-to shades

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10 best warm neutral paints as recommended by interior designers – from beige to muted pink

What are the best warm neutral paints? We asked interior designers and rounded up their top picks here – from beige to muted pink

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How to Use Paint Samples Properly When Redecorating — These Tips Will Stop You Making Color Mistakes

The go-to method for most people testing paint samples is usually painting a rough patch on our existing walls, but there's more to it than just that. Learn to test new colors properly to understand and benefit from the full effect to ensure the best result.

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The best colors for south-facing rooms that will turn your space into a "welcoming haven" according to designers

Looking for the best colors for south-facing rooms? We've asked interior designers what they use to warm up this room, plus picked out beautiful paint picks

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5 best colors to paint a ceiling according to designers – from colorful hues to classic white

What are the best colors to paint a ceiling? We asked interior designers and color experts, and have rounded up their top five ideas here

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Neil Patrick Harris chose a 'mentally soothing' cabinet color that's topping color trends for 2024

Blue, one of the most popular colors of the year, makes an appearance in the How I Met Your Mother star's dining room

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3 Elegant Front Door Colors That Complement a White House — 'They'll Make Your Home Look so Inviting!'

Experts tell us that a fresh coat of paint can give your house a stunning facelift - and these tints are the best options for a chic finish

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Gorgeous farmhouse small bathroom ideas — 7 designer-approved ways to create a rustic, relaxing room

Searching for farmhouse small bathroom ideas? We've asked interior designers how to bring this cozy and chic style into washrooms, plus picked out cute buys

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The 7 best colors to paint a small living room to make it brighter

Our guide on what colors you can paint a small living room will give you some fabulous ideas from minimalist white to dramatic red

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"I'm a Professional House Painter — I Know How to Stop Annoying Splatter When Decorating Your Home"

Make a statement, not a mess. This house painting pro offers advice on how to paint your walls without all the splatter

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What are the best dark blue paints? We asked interior designers – these 6 shades came out on top

These six dark blue paints by leading paint brands are favorites among interior designers for creating a moody and sophisticated interior scheme

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Light blue kitchens are the new gray – these 10 bright and airy spaces prove it

Light blue kitchens are proving popular. Here, interior designers share their tips on decorating with this uplifting hue

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6 best black paints, tried and tested by interior designers

Not sure where to start with choosing the best black paint? We asked designers to talk us through their favorites that they've tried, tested and loved

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10 green dining room ideas that will lift a tired space

Calming and welcoming, our green dining room ideas will help you to create a contemporary scheme that's refreshing and stylish

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8 Neutral Paint Colors Designers Use Again and Again — Including in Their Own Homes

We asked designers for their favorite neutral paint shades, and they delivered – here's how they use them

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Matte vs Gloss Paint — Which Finish to Use Where (and Which is Best for Your Wall Paneling Project)

Head into your next painting project with confidence using our pro guide on picking between matte vs gloss paint as the best finish for all your DIY needs

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What colors work best with minimalist style? Interior designers weigh in on the best hues for a pared-back scheme

If you're creating a pared-back scheme, you might be wondering what colors work best with a minimalist style. Here, designers and color experts weigh in

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