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December 31
- Extension loans: 6 potential ways to fund your extension project in 2023
- Wallpapering a chimney breast: Pro tips for a smooth finish
December 30
- Basement ventilation: How to turn your downstairs space into a useable room
- Ta-ta to those trends that WON'T be continuing into 2023
December 29
- Disruption during heat pump installation is main barrier to uptake, says report
- Removing a brick from a wall: How to replace damaged bricks
- Air source heat pump positioning: What to consider and how to get it right
December 28
- Sanding painted walls: How to achieve a flawless finish when redecorating
- Could solar windows be big news for our homes? Plus, how they work
December 27
- Warning over rogue spray foam operators — and how to find a trustworthy installer
- 10 ways to add space without extending your home in 2023
December 24
- Homebuilders could be banned from using fake grass
December 23
- Kevin McCloud eats cronuts in front of naked man statue on Grand Designs
December 22
- Types of saws: Which do you need for your next DIY project?
- Makita brushless slide compound mitre saw review
December 21
- All new homes in Scotland to be built to Passivhaus standard, ministers confirm
- A derelict garage in London becomes the site of a striking new home filled with colour
- Woman to launch challenge against ban on solar panels on her home
- How to include a double-sided fireplace in your build project
December 20
- The ground source heat pump grants available for homeowners in 2023
- Removable wallpaper — what is it and should you give it a go?
- Solar roof tiles explained: The costs, installation and benefits
- What is an appliance garage and does your kitchen need one?
December 19
- 20 ways to reduce the cost of your extension in 2024
- Caulking windows: A quick DIY guide to help seal windows
- This gorgeous self build eco cottage was built for under £190K
December 18
- How much does it cost to install central heating? Our guide to heating your home
December 17
- Entire row of Georgian houses used as 'Bridgerton' set goes on sale in Bath
- How long does grout take to dry? A guide to drying times
December 16
- This retro 1960s bungalow renovation is like stepping back in time
- How to stop pipes freezing and what to do if they burst
- Hydrogen-ready boilers could become mandatory from 2026
- Barn conversion costs: How much should you budget?
December 15
- How to hang lining paper: Pro tips for the perfect finish
- Which is the best space heater to keep your home warm this winter?
- Chimney balloons: A good investment or a load of hot air?
December 14
- Vampire devices: How much electric your gadgets use while switched off
- These planning reforms are coming in 2024
- 10 stunning inglenook fireplace ideas for any style of house
December 13
- How to build a stud wall with a door: A step-by-step guide for DIYers
- How to clean solar panels in six easy steps — plus how often they need cleaning
- Mould on skirting boards? Why it happens and how to get rid of it
December 12
- The best ways to draught proof a letterbox
- Gifts for DIY lovers: Get a Christmas present they’ll want
- This playful addition to a listed cottage includes a slide and fireman's pole!
December 11
- How much does a halogen heater cost to run and why they can be more efficient
December 10
- Pink mould in shower? Why it might be more disgusting than you think
- Radiator leaking water from bottom? Three DIY answers to fix
December 9
- How long do uPVC windows last? Plus, how to ensure they last longer
- A new grant in Scotland is offering £7,500 towards a heat pump
December 8
- I installed MVHR and it has completely stopped condensation in my home
- Discover this gravity-defying cantilevered extension to a listed gatehouse
- Experiencing 'toilet sweating'? We explain how to stop condensation on toilet cisterns
December 7
- Is it time for a new more efficient boiler? What you need to know and do for a warmer home
- How I lost nearly £10,000 to a cowboy roofer
- Our top picks: Self build plots and conversions for sale for under £100,000
- Popular Scotland Self Build Loan Fund reopens to help make self build finance more accessible
December 6
- The 7 best orbital sanders for your next DIY project
- Voting closes for the Reader's Choice Award in the Homebuilding & Renovating Awards 2024 in partnership with The Times and The Sunday Times
- Makita DBO180 cordless 125mm random orbit sander review
- New window costs: What to budget for uPVC, timber and aluminium glazing
- What is a pyrolytic oven and do you need one?
December 5
- What is my home's energy rating and why do I need to know it?
- Discover how this old garage has been converted into a cosy holiday let
December 4
- How to clean VELUX windows: A step-by-step guide
- Installing window film: a quick easy way to add privacy
December 3
- How to claim £200 to help with oil heating costs
- Top DIY jobs to complete this month to get your home ready for Christmas
December 2
- How to remove mould from walls without damaging paint
- 10 bathroom plants that absorb moisture and help stop condensation
- House prices see slight increase although upcoming budget causes 'hesitancy' among buyers
- Fireplace lighting ideas: Clever ways to create a cosy living room
December 1
- The £400 energy grant ends but there's a different payment from April for those in need
- The happiest place to live in the UK in 2022 has been revealed
- Self build resembling a WWII aircraft fuselage is given green light by planners
- 3 benefits of buying a portable power station for your home
- These hot corner log burner ideas could make you reconsider where to position your new stove
- Draught proofing a front door: Tips to shut out the cold