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The dried flowers trend has made my home so pretty. Here's the expert guide to styling your petals
Dried flowers are a beautiful and soul-enriching addition to every space. Here's how to dry them and display in 2023
By Oonagh Turner • Last updated
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Love your partner, but not their taste in decor? How interior designers create homes for couples with 'creative differences'
Combine design styles with your other half and meet in the middle for a home that works all parties
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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'Stop throwing them in the trash' – this common kitchen waste can be turned into DIY fertilizer for houseplants instead
This kitchen waste can provide an organic source of calcium that could be the perfect cure for your listless houseplants, say experts
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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How do you make sitting at a kitchen island more comfortable? 5 ways to make this space the heart of the home
How do you make sitting at a kitchen island more comfortable? Designers answer one of the most important style questions there is
By Hebe Hatton • Published
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This kitchen blends the most on-trend colors into one palette perfectly - our expert explains how
Terracotta and pistachio come together to make a perfect palette in this modern kitchen. Ruth Mottershead explains how to get it right
By Ruth Mottershead • Published
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Should curtains match your wall color? Designers come to a conclusion at last
Should curtains match your wall color? We find out if designers should go uniform or use curtains for clashing colors
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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What is a cabinet toe kick? Why this 'comfortable' detail might be exactly what your kitchen is missing
A cabinet toe kick can make using prep spaces in your kitchen more comfortable - but what are they and where should you put them?
By Luke Arthur Wells • Published
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How to hide a toilet in a small bathroom - 7 clever tricks to maximize space and style
Design experts reveal how to hide a toilet in a small bathroom with clever spatial strategies for a streamlined look
By Jacky Parker • Published
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How to hang bathroom wallpaper and totally elevate your space in less than a weekend
Experts reveal the do's and don'ts for how to hang bathroom wallpaper so you can elevate your space in less than a weekend
By Jacky Parker • Published
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6 ways to have a low maintenance bathroom that looks good for a lifetime
A durable bathroom that looks good and lasts generations isn't an unachievable feat. Experts tell us how to design one
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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Have you been watering your plants wrong all this time? This is the method to keep houseplants happy
Bottom watering allows plants to absorb water via capillary action, and it can have a host of benefits for your houseplants
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Freestanding basins are the big trend that can help you get creative with your bathroom's layout
Freestanding basins are not only smart centerpieces but also open up the room for more functionality, better storage and less clutter, too
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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Your bad night's sleep could be your pillow's fault, so here's how to choose the perfect one for your needs
Whether you're a back sleeper, a side snoozer, or a stomach slumberer these experts explain how to choose the best pillow for your needs
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Freestanding vs built-in kitchen appliances - designers on the pros, cons and choosing what's right for you
Which kitchen appliances work best as freestanding or built-in? Design experts decide on how to choose what's best for your home
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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Designers use this trick to make a bathroom feel more expensive – and it can work for a small space, too
Introducing symmetry in a bathroom can help create a synchronized, balanced and well-curated space. Experts tell us how to make it work
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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A clover lawn is cheaper, easier and prettier than grass. Experts on how to elevate your backyard with one
Clover lawns are the latest backyard trend that experts are loving. Here they explain how to care for one
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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How to season a gas grill for the first time - the secrets from the professional pitmasters
Seasoning a grill is crucial to prepare your grates for cooking and protect them in the long term. These experts explain how it's done
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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The 6 relaxing kitchen colors you should be using for calming schemes, according to designers
Create a sense of zen in your kitchen with these designer-approved relaxing colors – from calming greens to dreamy blues
By Ellen Finch • Published
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Why your touch-up paint looks lighter on your walls, and the expert guide to perfect patching
Matching your touch-up paint to your walls is a near-impossible task. Here's how to get it right (or at least as close as possible)
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Don't buy a bathroom sink without reading this first - the expert guide to picking the perfect one
Experts share their top tips on how to buy the right bathroom sink, from materials to mounts and making sure the choice is right for you
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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6 ways to have a low-maintenance kitchen that looks good for years to come
From the right materials, stones, tiles to lighting, these are the best elements that are timeless, looking good for a generation
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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Is your outdoor bench facing the wrong way? Designers agree on the secrets to perfect positioning
How do you know if your outdoor bench is facing the wrong way? We've spoken to the designers to establish the perfect placement
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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Should curtains be lighter or darker than walls? Here are the rules designers live by
There are a few tips interior designers use when choosing whether to curtains should go lighter or darker than your walls
By Becks Shepherd • Published
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The kitchen trend designers love that creates a calming, clutter-free space
Symmetrical kitchen layouts and designs can help create a coordinated, streamlined, organized and timeless space
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari • Published
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5 ways to make your backyard look more expensive while barely spending a dime
This is how design experts make your backyard feel luxurious without having to flash the cash
By Oonagh Turner • Published
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How can I make my kitchen more relaxing? 5 ways designers add heart, soul and calm
From natural materials to tonal color palettes, design experts reveal how to make your kitchen more relaxing in 5 easy steps
By Ruth Doherty • Published
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What are the best countertops for cooking? The styles to consider for your kitchen if you love to cook
Whether you're looking for countertops to knead dough on or just one that holds up to red sauce stains, these are the best styles for budding chefs
By Sophie Flaxman • Published
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5 organizing tools that professional declutterers swear they'll never buy and aren't worth your money
There are plenty of tools that promise a more organized space, but are they actually worth it?
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Why does my paint color look different now it's on the walls? 5 factors that explain it, and how to make it right
If you want a paint shade that's true to the one you saw in the store, you'll need to be aware of these five factors and how they can affect your paint finish
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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