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

The promise of uncovering original features is, for many, one of the biggest draws of a renovation project. But what should you do if you find them in a sorry state? Our guide explains how to proceed

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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

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

FEW EXPERIENCES STRESS-TEST RESILIENCE MORE THOROUGHLY THAN A PROPERTY RENOVATION. BUT WITH THE RIGHT HELP AND A BIT OF PLANNING, IT COULD MEAN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SALE OR A PROPERTY LOSING VALUE, FINDS ARABELLA YOUENS