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How to Make an Entryway Feel More Christmassy — 8 Easy Styling Tips

Make a magical first impression with these handy holiday tips for a truly Christmassy entryway

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'Solid, dependable, and grounded' - 5 ways to use brown colour psychology in your home

Colour experts reveal the power of brown colour psychology in interior design

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What wall colors work best with dark kitchen cabinets? 6 designer-approved shades to try

Dark kitchen cabinets are having a moment, and these are the best wall colors to complement dark hues, according to design experts

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5 colors that will add value to your home, according to designers

These are the colors that are most likely to add value to your home, according to the color experts who share their top five paint ideas

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Paint Colors for 2024 — 12 Shades Designers are Using This Year That Define the Mood of the Moment

Design experts predict you'll be tucking into rich shades of chocolate brown in the very near future, as these are the best paint colors for 2024

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How can I make my staircase look better? 6 ways designers easily create a more beautiful home

Experts reveal exactly what you need to do to create a chic and upscale staircase

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5 colors that make living rooms look bigger - how design experts give small spaces an airier feel

White is the obvious space-boosting shade but what other colors can make a living room look bigger too? Our experts reveal all

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This cosy and warm colour is on track to become autumn's stand out shade

The experts share their top tips for embracing the shade in practically every room in your home

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Calming colours for living rooms – soothe everyday stress with these chillout shades

Experts pick these calm colours for living rooms every time

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The best pink paint - the ultimate guide to choosing the ideal shade for your home

Feeling slightly overwhelmed by all the different pink paint options out there? We bring you our ultimate guide with everything you could possibly need to know

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Front door colour ideas – 11 colourful ways to make your home’s entrance stand out for all the right reasons

These are the best shades to paint your entrance that will impress your guests and passersby alike

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'It's so tranquil!' Our color expert explains how to pair vibrant shades to get perfectly relaxing schemes

Ruth Mottershead explains how to pair the undertones of vibrant hues to create a palette that is enriching yet elegant at the same time

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What color is replacing dark green? This is the palette we prefer to use instead, say designers

Designers and decorators are ditching dark green in favor of paler and brighter hues – here's why

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Small living room colour schemes – 12 ways to make your lounge look bigger and more stylish

Colour experts share their top tips on how to use colour to transform your tiny living space

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Designers reveal the 5 mistakes to avoid when decorating with gray – and what to do instead

From rooms that feel too cool and uninviting, to a lack of colorful contrast, learn what to avoid when decorating with this popular neutral

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'It's official - just 10% is all you need'. Our color expert on how small living rooms can take bold shades if you use them well

Our color expert Ruth Mottershead explains about to use bold shades in small spaces, by getting the ratios and pigments just right

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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

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5 small entryway color rules interior designers want us to abide by

Try your hand at these simple, yet effective ways of decorating with small entryway color ideas

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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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The best colours to paint a kitchen according to paint pros - pick the perfect shade for large, small, dark and light spaces

The colour trends to follow plus the classic shades that will never date...

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Paint Colors That Go With Natural Wood — 10 Picks That Bring Out the Beauty of This Organic Material

Finding paint colors that complement wood isn't too hard, but some of these choices will really make timber finishes sing

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Room color ideas – 35 stylish color schemes for each room in your home

Learn how to create a balanced color scheme in every room, from kitchens to bedrooms, as explained by interior designers and color experts

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27 living room paint ideas that will make your lounge look more interesting, stylish and elevated

This is how to elevate your living space with the right paint colours, techniques and pro-recommended tricks

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How to make a room look bigger with paint: 10 expert tips

Leading paint specialists reveal their clever tricks for painting small spaces to maximise impact

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Should You Paint Ceilings and Walls the Same Color? Experts Give Their Verdict

Ever wondered — should you paint ceilings and walls the same color? We asked experts to weigh in on this paint trend, and offer their honest opinion

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