They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but the outside of a property can make a lasting impression on visitors and potential buyers, so it’s important to get its appearance right. Whether y

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Insulating an older property requires care, as the use of inappropriate methods or materials can do more harm than good, so follow our expert guide on the dos and don’ts

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Our panel of design experts helps us decide between scrimp and splurge-worthy finishes, fixings and furniture

fter its closure and abandonment in 1969, St Andrew’s Chapel, a once handsome 15th-century gatehouse abbey in Boxley, Kent, stood for 50 years in a state of decay, at ever-increasing risk of ruin. Tod