Despite their clichéd ‘chocolate-box’ description, thatched cottages are generally showstoppers. They tend not to remain on the market for long, so, for this quintet, it may be a case of he (or she) who hesitates is lost

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PART 12

Fitting a new kitchen is one of your biggest outlays in your self-build or renovation, so it pays to know what you can get for your money and how to make your budget go further

A round-up of the latest self-build and home renovation news, products and events.

The insulation in your home has a lifespan, and it’s important to know when it is time to replace it, as our building expert explains