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‘Nature doesn’t like tidiness’ – why wildlife experts want you to stop cutting your garden back in summer

Help your local ecosystem thrive

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Experts reveal the 8 security measures burglars hate the most – installing these will make them think twice

Think you're covering the basics? These experts' tips go one step further

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This Victorian semi was transformed from student rental into a vibrant and stylish home

'It makes me happy every time I step through the front door'

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I’m a vacuum expert and swear by my handheld vacuum for whole-home cleaning – these are the 7 ways you can use it around the house

They're way more versatile than you'd think

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5 scents to deter flies and make your home smell gorgeous in the process – it's a win-win this summer

Make your home smell divine and get rid of flies to boot!

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Inspired by English cottage gardens, this plot was transformed with planting, colour and comfy seating

It's now the perfect space for both entertaining and getting away from it all

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I’m a cleaning editor, and I’ve persuaded my whole team to buy this one thing for a spotless outdoor space on a budget

I already had one, but having a second has changed the game

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Forget French girl chic! I predict the ‘Portuguese girl aesthetic’ is how the most stylish people will be decorating their homes this year

This playful, maximalist and imperfection-loving style is the way to bring personality and fun into your home

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'Flowers inspire my work. I just can’t resist adding another little design!'

With paint and hard work, designer Lucy Tiffney has turned a dull garden with a surplus of sheds into a series of vibrant spaces

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6 cottage garden plants that thrive in shade – brighten up your garden with these flowering plants and foliage

Foxgloves, hostas and more

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15 garage conversion ideas to transform this chronically underused area into valuable living space

Turn this chronically underused area into valuable living space

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This is what every type of garden shade means, from full sun to deep shade, to help you work out what will grow best in your garden

Time to decode those plant labels!

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Boho patios are trending on Pinterest, and it’s easy to see why – this beautiful, eclectic look is so easy to achieve

Everything you need to nail this gorgeous trend

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The garage conversion building regulations you need to know to ensure a drama-free project

Let our expert guide to garage conversion building regulations help you feel confident at every stage of your build

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4 shed paint colours that will boost the value of your home and look appealing to buyers, according to experts

Increase your home's kerb appeal with these stunning shades

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Can my neighbour actually stop me from converting my garage? Experts say no, as long as certain criteria are met

Experts say no, as long as certain criteria are met

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The one tool all experts agree every DIYer needs to own – whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner

So best to make sure it’s in your tool box…

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5 tell-tale signs you're overwatering your plants – the key symptoms to watch out for

And how to distinguish overwatering from underwatering...

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Easily clean bird poo of garden furniture and make it look like new with this simple 2-ingredient store cupboard mix

Bird poo is never pleasant, but this method will leave your garden furniture like new

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Should your front door colour match your hallway? Interior experts reveal 3 reasons why it should (and 3 reasons it shouldn't)

Are you team matching or contrasting?

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I just bought my first home, and this £10 buy was the very first thing I bought for it to make it feel warmer and secure

If I did it all again, this would still be my very first buy

Evening Standard

London's pothole hotspots revealed: which areas are worst hit?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has warned England’s councils to ‘get on with the job’ of fixing pothole-plagued roads

The Independent UK

UK’s worst areas for potholes revealed as cost of bringing roads up to scratch estimated to be £16.8bn

It would cost £16.8 billion and take 12 years to fix all potholes in England and Wales

The Independent UK

‘Short-term’ local roads funding slammed as repairs backlog nears £17bn

A report by the Asphalt Industry Alliance found that one in six miles of the local road network has less than five years’ structural life left.

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'Extending this 1920s property was a challenge, but we’ve nearly doubled its size'

Originally daunted by the amount of work this reno required, these home owners are thrilled with the results

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