Revamp repair recycle

1. Measure the length and height of each of the drawers at the bottom of the wardrobe. Using these measurements, mark the dimensions with a pencil and ruler on the back of a sheet of reeded MDF. 2. Cu

Upcycling old furniture is a wonderful way to breathe new life into a piece you have fallen out of love with. This idea capitalises on the natural colour and grain of the wood. These show through, mak

Use subtle botanical references to keep your scheme calm and comfortable. Choose abstract, rather than realistic, leaf and floral designs and mix and match different styles. This variety of shapes and

My husband, Graham, and I weren’t sure about this ex-rental when we began searching for our first family home, but my estate agent cousin pointed out the positives in its location, the big garden and

Kitchen trends can come and go, but when a trend combines style with function, it’s here to stay. This year, it’s all about layering – using hidden storage and zoned areas to keep prep space neat and

● tape measure ● black Sharpie pen ● long straight-edge ruler ● craft knife or scissors ● black electrical tape (or black self-adhesive lead tape) ● wooden batten (optional) ● clamps (optional) ● old