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Curtains make a house a home. They add colour, texture, privacy, insulation and a personal flourish to a room. If you’re hanging curtains for the first time or replacing an old curtain rail, follow our expert guide to easily achieve a professional result. Step 1 Choosing a Curtain Rail When choosing a curtain rail, bear in mind that you need a ..

Professional paint brushes can be expensive but deliver a better finish than cheaper alternatives. They require proper cleaning to prolong their life. Follow our expert tips to care for your paint brushes. Step 1 Scrape Off Paint Residue Use the blunt back of an old kitchen knife to scrape paint off the brush. An old, unwanted cardboard box ma..

Hanging wallpaper can be one of those tricky and time consuming jobs. With the proper preparation and professional know-how shown in this guide, you can avoid the typical wallpapering blunders and complete the job swiftly and efficiently.   Step 1 Prepare Area Clear all furniture, pictures, wall nails, and any other obstructions from the wall to..

As well as completing the look of your tiled floor with a finished, smooth appearance; grout protects the floor underneath the tiles from moisture. Grout also gives strength to your tiles, preventing them from moving and cracking.   Step 1 Preparation Use masking tape to protect any painted surface in the immediate vicinity, e.g. skirting boards..

When you have unwanted visitors in your home such as rats or mice, there are some steps you can take before calling in professional rodent control. The first thing to do is to read our guide to getting rid of rodents.   Step 1 Choose a Method There are many kinds of rodent control available and they fall roughly into the following three groups: ..

Installing a door chain on your front door is a very easy and quick way to boost your home security. It will give you the peace of mind knowing if you’re home alone and someone calls to the door, you can safely open the door enough to check who it is. Step 1 Mark Position Select a comfortable height for your door chain, making sure it doesn’t in..

If a shower is not working with the force it once had, it may be time to give it a good clean. The reduction of pressure in a shower is often due to the build-up of limescale, which can be easily removed using our step-by-step guide. Step 1 Remove Shower Head You start by removing the shower head from the shower hose. Step 2 Remove Spray Plat..

Limescale is a build-up of calcium carbonate, left behind by hard water. It looks dirty, can affect the taste of your tea & coffee and make it less efficient. Limescale attracts limescale and becomes very hard to remove. Follow our steps to descale your kettle easily.   Step 1 Boil Kettle Fill your kettle up to 75% of its capacity and bring it t..

Wear and tear can leave toilet seats fitting improperly, cracked or broken. As well as being uncomfortable to use, it can be unhygienic and unsafe. Our simple guide makes this an easy DIY job.   Step 1 Unscrew Old Seat Wear rubber gloves to protect your hands. Your existing toilet seat will be fixed to the bowl by two plastic screws secured unde..

Metal restoration is the type of DIY job that will give you a great sense of satisfaction when completed properly, and our easy to follow expert guide will help you do so.   Step 1 Prepare Area & Strip Paint It is vital to wear protective gloves and goggles while working with rusty paint or chemicals. Before starting, place a tarpaulin or lamina..

The internet is full of trendy upcycling ideas and we think it's a great way to reduce your household waste; reusing items you would have otherwise just thrown out. It's a creative and fun, cheap and environmentally friendly activity for all the family. What is Upcycling? Upcycling is the process of taking one unwanted thing and making it into some..

This is one area where you can let your imagination run wild! Using fun and colourful designs, paint and accessories, you can create an exciting atmosphere for your child to enjoy. It is their space in your home and it should reflect their personality. Choose a Theme Choosing a theme before you do anything else is a great way to ensure the finished..