Laura Crombie
Laura Crombie is a journalist and TV presenter. She has written about homes and interiors for the last 17 years and was Editor of Real Homes before taking on her current position as Content Director for Country Homes & Interiors, 25 Beautiful Homes Period Living and Style at Home. She's an experienced home renovator and is currently DIY-renovating a 1960s house in Worcestershire. She's been quoted on home design and renovating in The Times, The Guardian, The Metro and more. She's also a TV presenter for QVC and has been a commentator for Channel 4 at Crufts dog show.
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How to renovate a Victorian house
Victorian houses were built to last, and they tend to hold their value well. But what are the best options if you decide to update and transform yours?
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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How to choose the best shower for your bathroom
With so many types to choose from, picking the best shower can seem like a bit of an ordeal. Our expert guide takes the hassle out of choosing the right shower for your home...
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Painting a deck this Bank Holiday? Here's all the kit you need
A Bank Holiday (with good weather) spent in lockdown is the perfect time to paint a deck. Here's all the kit you'll need, including the best decking paint, stains and oils
By Laura Crombie Published
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Painting your decking this Easter Bank Holiday? Here's the kit you need
An Easter spent in lockdown is the perfect time to paint your decking. Here's all the kit you'll need, including the best decking paint, stains and oils
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Is your loft suitable for conversion? There are two easy ways to find out...
If you need more space then watch this week's Real Homes Show to find out when it's really worth converting your loft
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Need help extending, redecorating or simply finding artwork? Watch the Real Homes Show now
Watch our online TV show for advice on kitchen extensions, sourcing art and decorating with mint green
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Looking for fence paint this Easter Bank Holiday? Here's where to buy kit online right now
We rounded up the online retailers selling fence paint this weekend so that you can get on with revamping your garden
By Laura Crombie Published
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5 gadgets everyone with a garden needs
Thinking of tackling the garden this weekend? Make it that little bit easier with these smart gardening gadgets...
By Verity Burns Published
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Watch the 10 best Real Homes Show episodes for FREE. Lockdown? Sorted
The Real Homes Show, our online TV show, celebrates its one-year anniversary this week, so we've rounded up the best episodes so far. Get ready for loads of great ideas for your home and garden
By Laura Crombie Published
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How to restore architraves
Find out how to restore architraves and get those characterful corners of your home back in prime condition
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Soundproofing floors: how to soundproof a floor and stop noise from upstairs
Soundproofing floors will get rid of unwanted noise from upstairs. We show you how to do it
By Laura Crombie Published
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Coving: how to repair Victorian coving and contemporary ceiling cornicing
Whether you have original coving or more modern ceiling cornicing in your home, restore it to its former glory with our step-by-step guide and video
By Laura Crombie Published
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Revealed: the bargain £1 stain remover you need in your cupboard
We put Vanish, Astonish and Dr Beckmann stain removers to the test and the results were surprising
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Did you know we've got our own TV show? Watch now for loads of great ideas for your home
On this week's Real Homes Show we've got a simple guide to planning rules, bathroom trends and top stain removers
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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How to take your temperature accurately
With a fever being one of the first symptoms of Coronavirus, here's how to take your temperature correctly
By Laura Crombie Published
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Emma, Simba or Casper – which mattress in a box is right for you?
Compare the key features of the top mattress in a box brands using our handy, at-a-glance guide
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Steam iron vs handheld steam cleaner – which should you buy?
We put three different steam irons to the test to see which makes ironing a pleasure not a chore
By Laura Crombie Published
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Thinking of extending your home? Watch our new-look TV show and see if it's really worth investing
Tune in to the Real Homes Show for part one of our Extensions Made Easy series, plus loads more ideas for your home
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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5 things you really need to know about converting your garage
Need more space? Converting your garage could be the cheapest solution. Here's how to avoid the common design pitfalls
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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5 gadgets every pet owner needs
From activity trackers to treat dispensers, here's the tech your pet wants to get its paws on
By Laura Crombie Published
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Feeling nosey? Take a look inside our Home of the Year and prepare to feel inspired
We take you behind-the-scenes of this stunning home and explain what you need to know before tackling a similar renovation
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Want loads of amazing ideas for your home? Watch our online TV show now
Watch the Real Homes Show for great garden room ideas, the lowdown on smart lighting and Scandi style on a shoestring
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Does a £9 toaster work as well as one costing £100? The results may surprise you...
We put budget, mid-range and high-end toasters through their paces to reveal how much you really need to spend
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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Does an eco-friendly mop work as well as a Vileda? We put them to the test
Fed up of grubby floors? Don't buy a new mop until you've seen the results of our test
By Laura Crombie Last updated