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January 2025

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January 22
- This is the best lighting for kitchen ceilings according to design experts
- Thinking of buying a house without a survey? Why it isn’t a good idea
January 21
- How to tackle fitting a kitchen worktop in this step-by-step guide
January 20
- Your complete guide to renovating a home: Part 1
- Fitting a kitchen sink yourself? How to do it and the materials and tools you need to use
January 19
- 'Reliable security without monthly fees' — why I chose a security camera that doesn't require a subscription
- What to check if you’re buying a house with oil central heating
January 18
- What solicitor fees can you expect when buying a house?
- How to fit a kitchen tap — plus the reason hot and cold are on the left and right sides
January 17
- Your complete guide to self build: Part 1
- Can you mix and match colours in a kitchen? Experts say yes — but only when you combine the right ingredients
January 16
- The six golden rules of pantry ventilation — how to get this kitchen feature right
- Is extending to the front of a house ever a good idea? We look at how to carry out this project successfully
January 15
- I'm a self build expert and here's my advice for managing your own self build
- 9 things I wish I’d known before buying a listed building
- What are Passivhaus Plus and Passivhaus Premium? Our expert explains what these standards mean for the future of house design
January 14
- How much does a new toilet cost? Exploring types, prices and installation costs
January 12
- Learn how to paint laminate kitchen cupboards to give them a fresh new contemporary look and finish
- How to soundproof a loft conversion to make sure your new space is a quiet retreat
- When is the best time to buy a house? This is what property pros advise
January 11
- How much does a side extension cost? A quantity surveyor lays it out
January 10
- 5 of the best kitchen design apps for planning your ideal cooking space
- How to design a small bathroom that looks and feels luxurious
January 9
- Are you buying a house to renovate? Our guide explains everything you need to know before you take the leap
- Learn how to repair damaged chrome finish to make your taps and fixings shine
January 8
- How to plumb in a dishwasher in 7 easy steps
January 7
- Opting for a new type of bathroom sink? How the basin you choose can affect the space in your wash room
- 8 steps to buying a building plot without planning permission — and to avoid purchasing an expensive dud
January 6
- What to know if you're thinking of buying a house without building regulations
- This is how to fix a pop up sink plug or replace it — to get your bathroom basin working
January 5
- What is an infill plot — and could one provide the perfect site to build your dream home in 2025?
January 4
- Do you know where to put a kitchen island in a kitchen extension?
- Wondering how much to offer on a house to seal the deal? Here's the key steps to a successful negotiation
- How much do replacement kitchen doors cost? What you can expect to pay
January 3
- How to insulate a timber frame if you're not using a pre-insulated closed panel system
January 2
- Installing a kitchen extractor fan: A step-by-step guide and expert tips
- Pantry or larder — is there a difference and which one do you need?