Home Improvement & DIY

Home improvement and DIY advice from industry experts. From what type of work you should be doing to improve the value of your home through to getting on with your neighbours.

Avoiding Common Home Improvement Mistakes

We present the top five most common mistakes that inexperienced developers can make with a house renovation or restoration.

Budgeting for Home Improvements

You have a list as long as your arm with all your remodeling plans but a budget of just three figures. Find out how you can avoid home improvement pitfalls and get ideas on how to make major improveme

Decorating Materials

When you are about to embark on an interior decorating project the best way to go about it is get all your materials together at the start, that way you wont have to rush out in the middle of a paint

Different Types of Wood – Which One to Choose

With so many types of wood available, the choice is everything but easy. To make your decision easier, consider the following factors when choosing between the many types of wood...

Draught Proofing Your Home

Draught proofing your home is an important weapon in the fight to save energy and money. Fortunately it’s not difficult to DIY

Facias And Guttering

Fascias, soffits and guttering are an important element of protecting your property from the weather in the British Isles and there are a variety of materials and finishes to choose from

Garages, Sheds And Outbuildings

Got the space to build something in your garden or beside the house? Take a look at our guide to garages and garden buildings.

How to Get the Right Size Blinds and Curtains for Your Windows

Need new curtains or blinds? Find out how to measure your windows so they fit correctly.

Heating and Water Saving

There are a range of options to help you heat your water. There are also ways you can do it economically. You may never have thought about the variety of options you have, however there are four very

Home Improvements - Deciding What Work To Do

Working out what to do, in what order, can have your head spinning for hours! Break things down with our guide and it will all seem more under control.

How to Work Out How Much Wallpaper or Paint You Need

Help, tips and advice on working out how much wallpaper or paint you need to decorate a room.

Is a Utility Room Worthwhile?

In our quest for open plan living should your kitchen renovation include a utility room, or are they are extinct as pantries?

Is Your Home Improvement Project Worth It Financially?

Getting the spreadsheet and calculator out might be boring but it’s vital to know whether your project is worthwhile before you embark on it.

Keeping Neighbours Happy During Building Works

Keeping neighbours happy during a renovation project isn’t just being polite, it can save money too.

Loft Conversions

A loft conversion can give the extra bedroom, and perhaps more, that will often lift your home a different price bracket...

Maintaining Your Relationship When Doing Home Improvements

If you’re about to embark upon your first renovation project, read our guide to relationship survival. We’ll keep you talking when the going gets tough!

Making your Home Accessible

Advice on making your home more accessible for elderly relatives and guests with mobility issues…

Tips for a Perfect Paint Job

Interior painting doesn't have to be a chore. These tips for a perfect painting job will not only help make your interior painting easier, they will ensure success.

Which Part of the House Should I Spend My Money On?

Deciding where in your home to spend money is never easy but after assessing your lifestyle, and with the right advice, you could make the most of however much you have to ensure it really makes a dif