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Don't wait for Black Friday - this JBL 5.1 surround sound bar is $300 cheaper today
We're gearing up for Black Friday sales, but you can get a head start with this surround sound deal from Amazon
By Caroline Preece • Published
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Can you wash pillows in a washing machine? Here's what experts have to say
There's nothing better than nestling into a soft, plump pillow at the end of a long day, but will putting them through the wash to clean them work out?
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Designers are loving this stylishly practical curtain trend – here are 4 reasons you should too
Velvet is the material that designers have been choosing to dress windows lately. Here's why
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Are wallpaper borders really making a comeback? These modern examples have us convinced
Wallpaper borders are in again, this time with a modern edge. These designers explain how to use them to embrace pattern
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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How much overhang should you have for a countertop? Here's what kitchen designers have to say
Countertop overhang plays a vital role in your kitchen, both in style and practicality. Here's how much you should account for
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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Window painting ideas for Christmas just levelled up and will make your home feel Hygge in minutes
Window painting ideas for Christmas suddenly got stylish, adding a Scandinavian sense of cosiness to your festive decor
By Pip Rich • Published
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23 bathroom trends for 2023 that will be making a big design splash this year
The bathroom trends for 2023 are about new shapes, new materials, and new ideas. Design experts discuss what the best mean for your decor
By Pip Rich • Published
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Is Netflix's ad-supported plan worth it? These are the compromises for cheaper streaming, beyond the adverts
Netflix’s new tier will save you some money each month, but the compromises won’t be for everyone
By Alan Martin • Published
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Before and after – how this once-dated farmhouse was re-imagined using only Home Depot finds
This beautiful transformation has, surprisingly, all been achieved with buys from The Home Depot, proving you don't have to sacrifice style for value
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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This fluted IKEA hack transforms a dull Billy bookcase into a pretty pastel display cabinet
A coat of sage green paint, fluted detailing and some brass hardware add a contemporary take to this Billy bookcase
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Vecna's house from Stranger Things is on the market for $1.5 million – here's what it really looks like inside
Fans of Stranger Things can now see inside Vecna's creepy Creel House, and we think it's spookily stylish
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Sky Glass: what is it, and how much does it cost?
Sky Glass has caught people's attention with the release of a new dish-free TV, but will it catch on?
By Caroline Preece • Last updated
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The oversized lighting trend is all about playing with proportions – these designers explain how it's done
The latest lighting trend is all about embracing an over-exaggerated look that pairs style and functionality
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Bold reds are a big new design trend so Farrow & Ball's Joa Studholme explains how to use it
Red tones are trending, but why are they set to dominate designs in 2023? And how should we be using them to decorate?
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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This mind-blowing DIY magnet hack shows you where the studs are behind your walls
No stud finder? No problem. This simple hack will show where the studs are behind your drywall with just a magnet
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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I always use trade paint when decorating my home and here are 5 reasons why
When decorating, I want to make sure I have the most best finish possible. Trade paint in the answer
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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Christmas decorations - the biggest trends for 2020
Christmas decorations this year are big, small, glitzy and eco - here's how to get them right
By Livingetc • Last updated
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Cozy movie night, anyone? The Samsung Freestyle projector is $300 cheaper right now
You can save big on the Samsung Freestyle projector in Amazon's pre-Black Friday sale
By Caroline Preece • Published
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Here's how to curate a stylishly spooky Halloween tablescape - pumpkins at the ready
Hosting a ghoulish gathering? A thoughtfully crafted Halloween tablescape will completely elevate your dining space. Here are 6 expert tips to achieve the look
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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We're itching to decorate with Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year 2023 – this insider explains how it's done
Benjamin Moore's Color of the Year, Raspberry Blush, is a vibrant and vivacious shade we can't wait to decorate with. Their Director shares her tips on how it's done
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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Sicilian lemons and colorful glasses are among the trends taking over tablescapes – and Instagram approves
Dinner parties are back in social-media approved style – your table will thank you for getting involved
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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These 5 Scandi-cool Halloween trends will maintain your home’s style this spooky season
From white pumpkins to scaled-back tablescapes – this is how to get fashionably festive
By Megan Slack • Last updated
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Designers love this beautiful new tile trend for mixing gloss and matte together – here's how to get it right
The latest tile trend is all about mixing gloss and matte tiles together for a dynamic, textured look. These experts explain how it's done
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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Samsung's huge 75 inch TV is suddenly on sale for less than $600
Christmas and Black Friday has come early as Samsung's TU690T is on sale for $580 - an amazing deal for a 75-inch 4K TV
By Caroline Preece • Published
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Flower trends for fall – this is what the best florists are styling their homes with this season
These are the six flowers that experts believe capture the mood of the moment this season
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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How do you paint a pumpkin? Tricks to get the very best finish on this fall decor favorite
Decorating a pumpkin is one of the best parts of the season, but have you ever painted one? Here's how it's done
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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The biggest bathroom tile trends for 2022 that’ll make any powder room pop
These 11 top bathroom tile trends picked by interior designers aren’t holding back, from vivid colors to bold layouts
By Keith Flanagan • Last updated
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5 ways to pick the perfect tile trend for your home, according to interiors experts
From patterned ceramics to earthy mosaics, these designers will help you find the right tiles for any room in your home
By Lilith Hudson • Last updated
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This Sydney hotel's rooftop restaurant shows how to use 2023's big color trends to perfection
A Sydney rooftop hotel where layered textures, angular lines, and earthy tones culminate in a beautiful contemporary space
By Lilith Hudson • Published
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