Cork insulation

Choosing the right materials for maximum efficiency is key to preventing heat loss and keeping your home warm. Building expert Mark Stevenson shares his top tips

IF YOU WANT AN ENERGY-EFFICIENT HOME, YOUR INSULATION NEEDS TO BE IN TIP-TOP SHAPE. HERE ARE THE TELL-TALE SIGNS THAT YOU MIGHT NEED TO REPLACE YOURS…

Professor Buczacki is a horticultural expert, writer, and former chair of Gardeners' Question Time

KEEN TO SWAP YOUR HARD FLOOR FOR SOMETHING SOFT UNDERFOOT? WE EXPLORE THE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO YOU WHEN YOU CHOOSE CARPET…

Get cosy and save money with these savvy tips to boost your home’s efficiency – and beat any energy zappers

A check carpet is not only beautiful by design, but hugely practical too, as stains and marks will be less noticeable than on a plain alternative. Wool is also particularly hardwearing, so the perfect