Home Improvement
The latest Home Improvement breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Realhomes
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House extension suppliers: a sourcebook of the top 50 extension essentials
Locate the best suppliers that are still open for business, for all things house extensions-related. Plus, we've tons of extension planning and design advice too
By Emily Shaw Last updated
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Cladding and render: the ultimate guide to exterior finishes for your home
Transforming your home's exterior? New cladding and render or paint in the latest finishes will modernise it and add a practical weatherproofing guard
By Lucy Searle Last updated
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How to install a sliding patio door
Let light flood into your home and create a seamless transition to outdoors by installing sliding patio doors. It can be fiddly, but is in the grasps of most competent DIYers
By Kate Sandhu Published
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How to paint a garage door: metal, steel, fiberglass or for a wood effect
A step-by-step on how to paint a garage door made from metal, steel, fiberglass or wood. Choose the right paint and priming may not be necessary and there are many more factors to consider for a professional-looking finish...
By Claire Douglas Published
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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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Living on site while renovating: 22 top tips
Decided to stay put while work to your house is carried out? You’ll need to know all about the ups and downs of living on site while renovating
By Lindsey Davis Last updated
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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
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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How to skim coat walls for painting
A seamless, bump-free surface will do a fresh new color far more justice. Learn how to skim coat walls for painting, for pristine results
By Claire Douglas Last updated
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26 DIY headboards you can make in just a weekend
These quick and easy DIY headboard ideas will refresh your bedroom in just a few hours
By Hebe Hatton Published
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How much does it cost to refinish hardwood floors?
Knowing how much it costs to refinish hardwood floors is essential to help you budget for this project. DIYing it is naturally, the more cost-effective option and will set you back somewhere between $600 and $1,000 according to experts
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to refinish a cast iron tub yourself (for less than $50)
Refinishing a cast iron tub yourself with a kit will keep your bathroom looking gorgeous without going over budget.
By Dori Turner Last updated
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Dream home transformations: before and after
If you’ve decided to stay put and invest in your current home, take inspiration from these amazing exterior remodels
By Laura Crombie Last updated
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1950s home remodelled for space
Sam and Patrick Regan set about transforming a dated four-bedroom property into a contemporary five-bedroom home for their family
By Karen Darlow Last updated
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How to caulk trim, baseboard and gaps
Learning how to caulk is an important step of any decorating job. These top tips will help you achieve that perfect gap-free finish
By Lindsey Davis Published
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How to install peel and stick wallpaper in 6 simple steps
Leaning how to install peel and stick wallpaper will let even beginner DIYers change up a space in quick time. Ideal if you rent or are on a tight budget
By Dori Turner Published
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How to put up a shelf: hanging shelves on the wall with brackets
Whether you are dealing with drywall, plaster or masonry, follow our step-by-step guide (and video) to learn how to put up a shelf with brackets
By Claire Douglas Published
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How to fix a green pool fast
Properly cleaning and shocking your pool will help restore it to its former blue glory, fast. This is what to do to stop a green pool full of algae, spoiling your summer fun
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Installing a shower tray: how to fit a height-adjustable or low profile base
Wash away those bathroom DIY woes with this guide on installing a shower tray, whether its raised or low level
By Christina Chrysostomou Published
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How to paint on new plaster for a pro finish
See our guide to how to paint on new plaster, to achieve a professional finish, with the perfect mist coat ratio and technique.
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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Real Homes Stories: See how this couple converted a school bus into a tiny family home for five
This old school bus has been transformed into a functional tiny family home
By Rebecca Knight Last updated
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This old school bus has been transformed into a stunning tiny home - just wait till you see inside
It has to be seen to be believed
By Millie Hurst Last updated
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How to dispose of paint properly
Learn how to dispose of paint safely to avoid polluting the environment and getting fined for improper paint disposal
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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8 pro tips for wallpapering around awkward objects
Learning the best wallpapering tips and tricks of the trade will help you hang your favorite print around awkward objects like built-in cabinets, counters and more
By Brooke Waite Published
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Loft insulation – a guide to lagging a roof or attic room
Good loft insulation is a must to reduce heat loss and reduce energy bills. This is what you need to know about cold and warm roofs.
By Roger Hunt Last updated
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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.
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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How to insulate a floor and why it's worth installing
Here’s what you need to know about how to insulate a floor, whether you have a solid, timber, concrete floor or boards – because it could help your home to become more energy efficient, and your bills lower.
By Roger Hunt Last updated
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How to make a living wall – an easy step by step to DIY your own living wall system
A living wall is a great way to max out a small garden space, and is easy to create in just a weekend with our ultimate DIY guide.
By Amelia Smith Last updated
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Real home: this interior designer's home is a masterclass in layering texture
Notebooks at the ready – this extended terrace is packed with stylish ideas to steal
By Ellen Finch Published
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How to feel empowered when dealing with contractors, in a male-dominated industry
Because you got this
By Kate Sandhu Published