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Home Improvements Get the job done with DIY expert Julia Gray's helpful hints Read

DIY: My wallpaper has come unstuck

Over time, lining paper has a tendency to come unstuck from the wall, especially at the seams and above radiators, where the heat can cause it to buckle.Read

DIY: Ask the expert: Q Do I need to do any special preparations for painting bathroom floorboards?

A As well as all the usual preparations required for painting bare floorboards, it's a good idea to fill the gaps between the boards,Read

DIY: Working with wax

Add sheen and sparkle to your home by simply polishing your wooden furniture. Grab the wax and work towards a new look. Read

Sensio Lighting's SE9030HD LED

If you're fed up of fumbling around in your garage drawers looking for tools, Sensio Lighting's SE9030HD LED drawer light could be the answer.Read

Don't be frozen out

It's not just Christmas and New Year - going away at any time during winter can cause problems with your home's plumbing and central heating system, especially when it's so cold.Read

Finish it off in style

If you're planning to glaze a door or window, it's worth noting these handy tips to ensure a perfect finish. Read

Kitchen know-how

Kitchens can cost serious money, so you don't want to get it all wrong. Make sure you have a fair idea of what you want and how to go about it. Read

Winter DIY: Turning up the heat

WITH the mercury dipping further, get your radiators in good shape to see you through the winter.Read

DIY: Draught excluding exposed floorboards

I want to expose my living room floorboards, but I'm worried about draughts coming up from underneath.Read

DIY: Quick fix for top tiles

Get the job done with DIY expert Julia Gray's helpful hints Read

DIY guru Julia Gray's tips on how to get a smooth sub-floor

A LEVEL sub-floor is essential when laying all kinds of flooring, including tiles, laminate and vinyl.Read

Home maintenance: energy proof your home

SCOTLAND has a glorious diversity of homes, from Crow-step gables to modern high rise apartments, in fact, 39 per cent of our housing stock was built before 1944. Read

Home maintenance: prepare for winter wear and tear

NATIONAL Maintenance Week (November 21st-28th) is the perfect reminder to make necessary preparations to your home exterior for the winter weather. Read

Home exterior: some guttering solutions

WITH the autumn/winter season the exterior of the house can take a constant battering from the elements, especially wind and rain. Read

Brighten up your home on a budget

FOR homeowners in the UK who are feeling the squeeze, a splash of colour can instantly lift spirits and add new life to a tired room at 'purse friendly' prices.Read