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‘Window stacking’ is the method experts recommend to keep your home cool in the July heatwave – this is how to do it in your home

This is how to prep and heat-proof your home for the impending rise in temperatures

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The World Cup could make you lose 275 hours of sleep – 5 tips for better sleep after late night matches

How to enjoy the late night World Cup games and still get a good night’s sleep

The easy bedroom fix to keep the sun from waking you up at 5 am this month – this is the trick experts use to protect their sleep in summer

Tired from waking up too early? This simple bedroom update can rescue your sleep

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6 things stylish Japandi bedrooms always have – how to blend Japanese minimalism with rustic Scandi style to create a calm and restful sleep space

Combine Japanese minimalism with rustic Scandi style to create a calm and restful sleep space

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Experts urge gardeners to try planting their bulbs at midnight this October — and it makes more sense than you think

It's the perfect time of year to prepare your garden for spring by planting bulbs that'll bloom just in time for the warmer weather. But, according to experts, there's an even better time to be carrying our your garden tasks – at night.

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Are Dark or Light Curtains Better for My Room? How to Answer This Question and Make the Right Choice Every Time

To settle the debate once and for all and weigh up the pros and cons, experts share the hard and fast rules they live by and when to bend them, too

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5 TikTok home decor trends that interior design experts can't stand – are you guilty of any?

TikTok has a wealth of great advice, but these are the tips the design pros recommend swerving

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11 Japandi bedroom ideas to create a stylish and restful sleep sanctuary

These simple ideas will help you to style a tranquil space with ambient lighting, calming colour and on-trend textures

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These are the 3 curtain colours experts say are going out of style for 2026 – is the shade of your window dressings on the list?

Experts reveal the colours replacing them in the new year

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10 Contemporary Window Treatments for French Doors That Make the Most of the Classic Design Feature

Discover designers' favorite window treatments for French doors, whether you want to filter the light or make a design statement

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How Wide Curtains Should *Technically* Be, and What Looks Best Aren't Always the Same — Here's How to Get the Latter

Curtain length isn't the only measurement to get right. The width of these window treatments can help you achieve a more luxurious look

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With So Many Underwhelming Ones Out There, Here's Where You Should Buy Curtains If You've Got Good Taste

From John Lewis, to Sanderson and La Redoute — there is an array of brands you'll want to keep on your radar. Here are a few I'm currently loving.

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16 Different Styles of Curtains to Consider When Dressing Your Windows — And Which to Pick for a Modern Home

From different pleats to practicalities, our curated edit of the most elevated styles of curtains will help you choose with confidence

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Should bedroom curtains hang over radiators? The things interior and energy experts want you to know before you decide

It's one of the biggest style versus practicality debates in the home

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How to protect your conservatory furniture from the sun – experts share 3 ways to stop your furniture from fading and warping

Is your conservatory furniture getting sun-bleached? This is how to prevent it from happening

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Can you attach a pergola to a house? What you need to know if you want to achieve that seamless flow between inside and out

Attaching a pergola to a house can transform the way you use your garden, however, there are some key things to consider

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Can you clean curtains with a steam cleaner? Experts reveal the curtain materials you can use this time-saving cleaning hack on

Save time and steam-clean your curtains

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How to use curtains to make a small living room look bigger – interior experts share 4 tricks they use to create the illusion of space

It's not how much space you have, but what you do with it that counts

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A room with a view: how the art of window dressing can transform your space

Why window treatments are the secret to transforming the look of your interiors…

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What type of curtains are best for small bedroom windows - a definitive guide to getting it right

Our top tips and know-how to ensure you achieve winning window dressings no matter your window size

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10 Bedroom bay window ideas - clever ways to elevate this feature with lighting, furniture and window dressings

Take inspiration from this round up ideas to transform your bedroom bay window to give it character and make the most of the space

The Conversation

Labor and Albanese’s slide continues in Resolve poll, as major parties tied

A national Resolve poll for Nine newspapers, conducted July 10–13 from a sample of 1,603, had Labor and the Coalition tied at 50–50 by 2022 election preference flows, a one-point gain for the Coalition since June by my calculations.

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Which blinds are best for blackout? Experts all agree this is the most accessible style for darkening a bedroom

There are so many different styles of blackout blinds so we spoke to the experts to decode with type is best for your home

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8 colours that go with teal - the fool-proof colour pairings that will bring out the best in this vibrant shade

The fail-safe shade combinations to pair with this striking colour

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What is an analogous colour scheme? The tried and tested design method for creating a relaxed home

Analogous colour schemes are known for creating calming interiors - here's how to recreate this method in your home

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