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6 colors you should never paint a ceiling, according to the interior experts

With so many paint colors to choose from, it can be difficult to know where to start when painting a ceiling, but experts warn these are the colors to avoid

Homes & Gardens

How to "hush the home" with paint – the decorating trick designers use for more relaxing, minimalist spaces

Hushing the home is all about creating a calming, pared-back space where the colors, shapes, and materials in our home can sing

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Is 'greige' still on trend? Designers and color experts decide whether this wall color is fashionable or outdated

Is greige still in fashion or just a passing fad? We asked experts to find out how they're still using it

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What exactly is anthracite? How the new colour is different from other greys

Meet the most confident kind of grey

Ideal Home

Kate Hudson's paint color choices are perfect for the most tranquil space in her home – here's why designers approve

The Knives Out actress flirted with blue in the most fitting of all spaces – and color experts can't get enough of its benefits

Homes & Gardens

These are the only colors you should be painting your backyard fence – if you want to add value to your home

White fences? So done. These are the colors you should be painting your fence according to experts...

Homes & Gardens

This new color trend makes small spaces seem lighter, brighter and bigger. Design experts explain

I spoke to renowned paint experts about this one trick that will reflect light in a dark room, and it’s not about painting it white

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6 colors to never use in a bathroom – and the shades that will turn it into a soothing sanctuary instead

For a bathroom that feels fresh, clean, and restorative, these are the colors you'll want to steer clear of

Livingetc

Ayesha and Stephen Curry have decorated their living room in 2023's most on-trend (but publicly shunned) color

The actress and basketball pro make a case for decorating with beige – creating an effortlessly 'minimal and contemporary' home admired by color experts

Homes & Gardens

Kourtney Kardashian's seductive bedroom by interior designer Martin Lawrence Bullard shows how to make minimalism cozy

Every room in the Calabasas mansion celebrates minimalism's enduring appeal – but none more so than the bedroom. Here's what experts think

Homes & Gardens

What colors go with cream? 8 complementary colors for this neutral favorite

From rich reds to beautiful blues, explore the best accent colors to use with this soothing and enduring neutral

Homes & Gardens

What colors go with brown? 8 perfect color pairings shared by the experts

Learn how to uplift this grounding, natural shade with the best accent colors favored by designers

Homes & Gardens

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

Quick and easy paint projects – 10 ideas for refreshing your home, speedily and stylishly

From colorful trims to simple accent walls, these quick and easy ideas can add wonderful color and character to your home

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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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What Colors Go With Red? 10 Colors That Hold Their Own Alongside This Fiery Hue

Red is a great way to make a design statement, and these expert-approved combinations complement the shade perfectly

Homes & Gardens

21 creative paint ideas for any size of project

Add personality to your home with these imaginative paint ideas. Covering walls, furniture, and flooring, these ideas cater to a range of design styles

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Climate activist explains what it's like at Just Stop Oil protest

Helen Shaw has been a member of Just Stop Oil since June 2022

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A year on, what has ECan done about the Rakaia?

Water regulator defends progress on checking for potential non-compliance

Homes & Gardens

How can you make a room look wider? 10 designer tips to 'expand' your space with color, layout and decor

Increase the visual appearance of awkwardly sized rooms with these interior designers' solutions

Ideal Home

Paint ideas for kitchen cabinets - all our favourite shades and styles

From bright and bold to nice and neutral and everything in between check out these paint ideas for kitchen cabinets

Ideal Home

31 bedroom paint ideas to easily transform your space with unexpected paint techniques and shades

If you want to give your bedroom an easy makeover, all you need is paint and these clever ideas

Homes & Gardens

How to paint a ceiling like a pro – and 5 vital mistakes to avoid

Expert tips for a flawless DIY finish

Homes & Gardens

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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Court declaration to be sought over Rakaia report

A court will consider whether the Rakaia River’s water conservation order has been breached

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