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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Small kitchen design – 10 tips and ideas for a perfect kitchen
With these small kitchen design ideas and tips your kitchen layout will be more practical, stylish and spacious feeling.
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How to polish countertops – concrete, granite, quartz and more
Polish concrete countertops, granite, quartz, marble and more to bring their shine back. The best ways to remove scratches and other marks.
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How long does a roof last – and the signs that yours needs replacing
Asking how long does a roof last? We have the inside track of roof life expectancy
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How to fix a hole in the wall – a DIY for drywall, plaster, concrete and more
How to fix a hole in the wall, step-by-step. An easy task that's cost-effective if you DIY.
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27 kitchen backsplash ideas for a quick colorful update
These kitchen backsplash ideas will introduce color, texture and pattern to your kitchen space in an instant
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A guide to wallpapering windows like a professional for really neat edges
Wallpapering windows is not for the faint-hearted home decorator but it's an achievable DIY with our expert guide.
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How to hang a mirror with ease – framed, frameless, heavy mirrors and more
Get yours on the wall safely and efficiently with our step-by-step guide on how to hang a mirror with ease, like a professional.
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How to paint a garage floor and make it look fresh and clean
Find out how to paint a garage floor and make yours spick-and-span once more
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How to paint a shed – outside and in
Discover how to paint a shed and give yours a great new finish this weekend
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How to take cuttings – and when to take them for the best success rate
Know how to take cuttings to multiply roses, buddleja and more in your garden. Learn when you should take softwood and hardwood cuttings with our easy, expert guide.
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How to choose furniture for a small living room
Need some help picking the right furniture for a small living room? From how to choose a sofa, to picking the perfect storage, we have you covered.
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South-facing gardens – the best plants and layouts to make your space work
South-facing gardens are very desirable. These are the pros and cons plus, the best planting schemes and layout advice.
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North-facing gardens: best plants for the sun you do have and more layout benefits
North-facing gardens: How to make the most of sunny spots, the best plants plus, more pros and cons to this common garden aspect.
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Smeg SMF03 stand mixer review
The Smeg SMF03 stand mixer will bring retro style to your kitchen, but will it meet your baking demands? We tried it out
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Monty Don’s raspberry growing tips
Clue: they’re really tasty...
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How to clean a cast iron skillet – save yours from rust and ruin
This is how to clean a cast iron skillet and stop it from ruin whether you use yours for steak, bacon or vegetables
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Clean stove tops – how to remove grease from glass or gas cooktops with baking soda and more
Spills, grease, burnt-on residue? Here’s how to get a clean stove top quickly – whether yours is glass, gas, electric, enamel or ceramic – using baking soda and more miracle methods
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Best watering can
The best watering cans for indoor and outdoor use, with child-friendly and decorative options.
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Best garden stool
Find the best garden stool for outdoor comfort and style.
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Best automatic cat feeder
Keep kitty content when you’re out with the best automatic cat feeder.
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How to wash a duvet or down comforter – and how often should you clean it
It’s not just the cover you need to clean. Find out how to wash a duvet or down comforter and make sure your bedding is hygienic
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Best glue gun
Find the best glue gun for all your arts and crafts, and DIY projects.
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Best wall cabinets
Discover the best wall cabinets to keep rooms clutter-free in style.
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Glass extensions: how to cost, plan and design a glazed extension
Planning a glass extension? Find project inspiration and specialist advice for your own glazed extension
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