Latest home improvement stories, updates and public interest reporting from Right Journal.
Expert quantity surveyor Tim Phillips explains the critical tendering phase for self-builds and home extensions, outlining how homeowners can effectively manage costs, select the right builder, and avoid common pitfalls for a successful project.
Homeowners risk significant delays or outright rejection of their renovation and extension plans by making three common, preventable errors, a planning consultant has highlighted. These include failing to understand current policy, submitting inadequate drawings, and neglecting neighbour impact.
A new government-backed scheme aims to protect homeowners from rogue traders, with a payment app designed to stop tradespeople disappearing with unfinished work.
Countryfile presenter Matt Baker has been spotted with a Tiffany-style lamp in his kitchen, prompting lighting experts to explain why this vintage design is enjoying a resurgence and how homeowners can incorporate it into both traditional and contemporary interiors.
From skirting boards to fences, choosing the correct paint tool can make or break a DIY project. Experts explain when to reach for a brush, a roller or a sprayer.
Resin driveways have become one of the most popular choices for UK homeowners, but experts say there are important differences, costs and maintenance factors to weigh up before committing.
Interior designers and paint specialists explain why green is the top choice for home offices, plus advice on brighter accents, small-space tricks and the right finish for busy work areas.
With heatwaves becoming more frequent, home improvement experts explain how UK homeowners can adapt Japanese cooling traditions such as bamboo screens, blinds and green curtains without installing air conditioning.
A colour specialist has explained how she used warm neutrals, a blue ceiling and small accent details to make a north-facing playroom feel brighter without overwhelming the space.
Homeowners planning extensions and renovation work are facing growing concerns over rising building costs, planning complications, and delays affecting projects across the UK.
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