Sarah Warwick
Sarah is a freelance journalist and editor writing for websites, national newspapers, and magazines. She’s spent most of her journalistic career specialising in homes – long enough to see fridges become smart, decorating fashions embrace both minimalism and maximalism, and interiors that blur the indoor/outdoor link become a must-have. She loves testing the latest home appliances, revealing the trends in furnishings and fittings for every room, and investigating the benefits, costs and practicalities of home improvement. It's no big surprise that she likes to put what she writes about into practice, and is a serial house revamper. For Realhomes.com, Sarah reviews coffee machines and vacuum cleaners, taking them through their paces at home to give us an honest, real life review and comparison of every model.
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These are 7 of the sunniest places to live in the UK
Want to maximize your chances of seeing the best weather? These are the places you could move to around the UK...
By Anna Cottrell Published
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11 front of house design ideas to add instant curb appeal
Be the best dressed house on the street with these ideas to update your frontage
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Loft conversion stairs: a complete guide to a successful design
The stairs of a loft conversion can be the key to a successful design. Here’s what you need to know
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Best floor mirror
These are the best floor mirrors to add some light to your home, with styles for every interior.
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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12 easy ways to add curb appeal on a budget with DIY
You can give your home curb appeal at low cost. These are the DIY ways to boost its style
By Lucy Searle Published
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Garage conversion costs: budget for creating extra living space
Want to expand your home? These are the garage conversion costs you need to know about
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to get rid of black mold – an expert guide
Spotted this pesky fungus in your home? Here’s how to get rid of black mold in showers, on walls, in your basement or bathroom. How to DIY and when to call in a professional.
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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How to clean a patio – whether it’s concrete, pavers, slabs, bricks or stone
Find out how to clean a patio whatever yours is made from. Here’s the lowdown, plus our brilliant video guide
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Side return extensions: 18 ideas to help plan, design and budget for yours
Side return extensions can transform narrow, dark back rooms into airy and open plan spaces. This guide will help you plan, design and budget for yours
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Garage insulation – different ways to insulate garage doors, walls and floors
If you're pondering garage insulation, we've laid out all the benefits of insulating garage doors, walls and floors, as well as the different options for doing so
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How to clean laminate flooring – best ways using a mop, vinegar or a vacuum
You've been cleaning laminate flooring all wrong. This is how to get that pristine, no-streak, gleaming finish, using a mop, vinegar and other wonderful ways.
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Insulating a wall – best methods and materials for external and internal walls
Insulating a wall, including external and internal walls, can help ensure your home is energy efficient. Choose the best method and materials for solid or cavity walls.
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The KonMari checklist – 5 golden rules of tidying (some of them will surprise you)
Want Marie Kondo-style order in your home? Follow this 5 step KonMari checklist and expect the unexpected
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How to extend a house – an expert guide to planning your extension
Use this expert guide for an A-Z on how to extend a house successfully. From good planning to design know-how and more – get it right from the start
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How to descale a Keurig to keep your coffee maker brewing beautifully
Need to know how to descale a Keurig? Use our guide to keep your brewer free of mineral deposits
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36 outdoor kitchen ideas – enviable and inspiring designs for your backyard
Enjoy alfresco cooking and entertaining all year round with the best outdoor kitchen ideas for every space and budget.
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Plan the kitchen extension of your dreams with our expert guide
Learn everything to do with kitchen extensions so that you can plan and design your own. Here's what you need to know plus 20 brilliant kitchen extension ideas
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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How to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard and around the home
Learn how to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard and around the home using natural methods, planting tricks and more to avoid bites, all summer long
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to plaster walls: Everything you need to know beforehand
Want to plaster walls? Make sure to read this comprehensive step-by-step first
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Best papasan chair
Relax in a papasan chair. These are the best you can buy.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How much does it cost to tile a bathroom: floor, walls, and shower
Need to know how much it costs to tile a bathroom? Discover what you can expect to pay with our guide
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How to get rid of stink bugs with dish soap, vinegar spray, and more
Keep these smelly pests out. Here’s how to get rid of stink bugs with natural home remedies and defensive strategies
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How to insulate a sunroom – enjoy yours in all seasons
Find out how to insulate a sunroom to get more use out of your space and to save on energy, too.
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How to insulate a shed in 5 easy steps
Bubble wrap, foam boards and fiberglass can help insulate a shed according to experts. Here's how to DIY.
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