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Interior experts warn these 5 mistakes can make your sofa look cheap – this is how to avoid and reverse them

This is what could be making your sofa look cheap without you even realising

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Lidl is selling a smart tiered planter that will unlock extra planting space in a tiny garden or balcony

Why I've been eyeing this planter up for my tiny garden

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I finally got my hands on the sellout Morris & Co armchair from Habitat, and it looks even better in person

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Cinema sofas are this year's breakout furniture trend, but are you a fan of this controversial sofa style?

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This weed removal hack is going viral on TikTok – but garden experts warn it will do more harm than good

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This is the new-but-vintage Le Creuset colour I wish I'd waited to buy my collection in – it's seriously covetable

Flamme Dorée is the brand's new limited edition colourway

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6 areas you need to declutter before putting your house on the market for a fast and easy sale, according to experts

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When to plant chilli seeds – you'll need to get sowing ASAP for a spicy harvest

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The 4 garden fence colours that will boost your home’s value and help it look more appealing to buyers, according to experts

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Can I paint over old paint on a front door? Experts reveal when it's OK to skip this step

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What is a retrospective party wall agreement? Experts explain what it is and when you need one

Experts explain what it is and when you need one

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Cleaning experts say you need a dust repellent spray to keep hay fever symptoms away – and it costs just 35p per batch

It saves time on your cleaning schedule and alleviates symptoms

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'The kitchen looked like the one out of The Tiger Who Came to Tea'

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Do you sleep with one arm under your pillow? Experts warn this can mean your pillow is wrong for you – here's how to fix it for a better night's sleep

Here's how to fix it

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How to mop every type of floor the right way — a foolproof 5-step process for squeaky-clean floors every time

How to master the ultimate mopping technique

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7 perennials you can grow from seed – save money by sowing them now and bring colour to your garden year after year

Sow your own perennials now and you'll be rewarded with an abundance of blooms

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Wooden sofas may sound uncomfortable but that couldn’t be further from the truth – and if you're not convinced, this Dunelm version will change your mind

This is one of the most unexpected sofa trends of 2025

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I tried cooking with a CleverPot for a week – it's way quicker than my standard oven

The new gadget really shaved down my cooking times

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6 things that feel illegal to declutter — and how professional organisers reuse them around the home instead

Experts reveal what to do with those 'just in case' items

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The 5 best plants for a Japanese garden – key trees and flowers to help nail the style

We checked in with garden experts to curate a checklist

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The Grecian bookshelf trend adds a luxury look to your reading corner, and it’s super easy to get the look

It couldn't be easier to get the look, too

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Is your conservatory letting your house down? Here's how to modernise it for an instant upgrade

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The striped vase trend will instantly elevate any room scheme, and these high-street brands are leading the charge

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How to make your porch look expensive without breaking the bank – 8 ways to welcome your guests in style

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