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February 2025

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February 28
- Why experts say adding clover to your lawn could be the answer to healthy grass – and even reduce the need for fertiliser
February 27
- Moving a kitchen to another room isn't a task for the faint-hearted. Here's what to consider before you start
February 26
- 7 housebuying mistakes — and the ways to avoid them
- I’ve found a plot with planning consent — do I have to build the approved design?
February 25
- Thinking about replacing a shower screen? How to do it yourself
- Which kitchen layout should I choose for my project? Popular designs explained
February 24
- I'm a self build expert and this is how to stop your project going over budget
- The 8 things to know about buying a house at auction
February 23
- The experts explain all the options for heating a house extension
- How to fix a toilet that won't flush with this expert guide
February 22
- I'm a self build expert and here are the pros of using a self build package company for your build
- Think you don't have the right kind of attic for a loft conversion? The key could lie in raising the roof
- Is painting over green algae on a fence ok? Experts weigh in on whether attempting this is a good idea
February 21
- Does spray foam insulation really prevent you getting a mortgage? We asked four major mortgage lenders
- Why solid wooden flooring in a bathroom isn't a good idea — plus, what to use instead
February 20
- How to clean a fence before painting — including the best methods for removing green algae
- Get your pantry design right warn the experts or it could be a waste of time, space and money
February 19
- How long does it take to buy a house? The details on when to expect to move in
February 18
- When should you turn off your heating this Spring to save money?
- Should you buy a house with subsidence? We weigh up the pros and cons
February 17
- Understanding how to design an extension can seem daunting — but our expert-led guide is here to simplify things
- Do you need to pay stamp duty on a building plot? We asked the experts
February 15
- How to avoid these common mistakes when replacing your kitchen worktops
- How to install a bathtub: An expert guide for DIYers
- Thinking about buying a house near a pylon? What you need to know
February 14
- When to cut hedges — experts say act soon before bird nesting season starts
February 13
- Why having a freestanding bath in a small bathroom is possible — and how to get it right
- Where to buy land — 10 places to look for a plot for a self-build home
February 12
- Yes you can have a pantry in a small kitchen — this is how to design one that works
February 11
- How to take over utilities when you’re moving house
- Knowing how to replace a bath panel is a quick way to give your bathroom a smart new look
February 10
- Does a pantry add value? Yes say the experts but make sure you add these key elements into the mix
- This is the minimum amount of money you need to buy a house
February 9
- Bathroom designers reveal whether a wet room or walk-in shower is best for your home
- How long does insulation last? Plus how to spot if it needs replacing
February 8
- 9 common mistakes to avoid when buying a building plot
- What are the best ways of insulating an extension? Our guide lays out the options
February 7
- Can you get a mortgage for land without planning permission?
February 6
- Integrated vs freestanding kitchen appliances: Which works best for your space?
February 4
- Thinking of buying a house with a private water supply? What you need to know
February 3
- What is bookmatching and could this luxurious finish elevate your kitchen design?
- 7 steps to a successful DIY bathroom sink installation
February 2
- 5 things to know before buying a house in a conservation area
- Should you have a sink on a kitchen island? Design experts reveal the pros and cons of this sink location
February 1
- Are open plan bathrooms only for the brave, or are they a concept worth considering in your bathroom design?
- Designers reveal how to make a kitchen island work in a small space