Maintain your frame

Don’t let a few cracks send you running in the opposite direction to what could still be a dream renovation project – not all faults spell disaster

OUR TOP TIPS TO HELP YOU TURN YOUR DREAM HOUSE INTO A REALITY

Taking on the restoration of a run-down Grade II-listed property and transforming it into a character-filled, energy-efficient home was an opportunity Amanda and Warren East couldn’t resist

Buying a property that includes a ruin carries undoubted romance, but there are caveats, reminds Lucy Denton, who advises on the help at hand

The antique ironmongery that adorns old doors and windows is part of the history of the house, so keep it cared for and maintained by following our advice

Experts share ideas on creating a more eco-friendly home