Archives November 2021

Awards provide inspiration and ideas for our own homes, from bold colour combinations to stylish kitchen updates. Our monthly email gives tips on how to live well and build better, including free tickets to some of the UK’s biggest home …

At the other end of the quality scale, it has to be said, are French paints, which generally leave a lot to be desired. Without being too scathing, a large can of white matt emulsion is likely to cost around …

This percentage was then calculated against the average UK house price of £274,615. Alice is a Suffolk-based personal finance writer specialising in pensions, tax, investment and small businesses. She is a qualified Chartered Accountant and has previously worked for KPMG …

For example, Adolfo Harrison created a hidden playground in this garden in east London, weaving elements of play throughout the design so that both children and adults can enjoy the space. A garden room is a great way to maximise …

Consider practicality.🧼 While basins and toilets are bathroom essentials, the choice of a bath, shower or both depends on your space and preferences. Sometimes, a vibrant wall colour can be all a bathroom needs to bring it back to life. …

In this section, we cover the installation and labour cost you should expect to pay for your new bathroom in the UK. For instance, porcelain tiles might cost £20 to £30 per m², while rubber flooring usually costs between £30 …

Bathroom furniture comes in all shapes, sizes, colours and finishes, with prices to suit just about any budget. If you require additional storage space, vanity units start from just over £100 and mirror cabinets are available from around the same …

If you run into any snags during the renovation, you’ll be comforted knowing you’ve budgeted for any potential remedial work that may need to be undertaken and that you can afford any extra costs that may come your way. …