1 Before you begin, repair any damaged areas on the stairs, spindles, newel posts and handrail using wood filler, and replace any badly damaged boards where necessary. Sand away old paint or varnish,

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In a new feature series, Kerryn Harper-Cuss explores the benefits of giving antique and vintage pieces a new lease of life. This month, she looks at incorporating reclaimed finds in your home

Moving into a bigger house 11 years ago, while pregnant with their youngest son, Heidi and Matt Stone knew they’d have to do lots of the renovation work themselves. Over the years they have worked thr

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