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Brief  From the best bungalow design layouts to how to make the most of views, our guide reveals the secrets of creating the perfect single storey home. Here, we explain what your top bungalow design considerations should be and offer the best solutions when it comes...

Brief  These are the common retaining wall problems and solutions you should know about before starting your build. if you've decided to go for this approach for your garden wall ideas, the information below will definitely come in handy.   Insight t's well worth...

Brief  The standard for a tough, good-looking surface on the garage floor is garage floor epoxy. Although it is common to hear people refer to “epoxy paint,” in reality, epoxy and paint are different products with different chemical compositions. This a guide to apply...

Brief  A staple in many period properties, we explain what lath and plaster is, how these walls are constructed and how to repair them.   Insight While lath and plaster isn't used in modern construction, if you are the owner of an older property, there's a...

Brief  It's at this time of year that we want to know how to get rid of condensation inside windows – and this expert guide will give you all the essential information you need.   Insight Condensation on windows is just about unavoidable in colder months as we...

Brief  Not sure how to measure for laminate flooring? We ask the experts for their top tips, advice and need-to-know basics to ensure you order enough. This guide will explain how to measure for laminate flooring and offer advice for purchasing the right quantity, as...

Brief  Repairing large holes in drywall—anything over six inches—is different from fixing a small hole in drywall. Small holes can be patched over with drywall tape or a self-adhesive drywall patch, but large holes need a more rigid material to span over the larger...

Brief  Kim Basham, an ACI fellow and president of KB Engineering, offers tips on how to minimize the root causes of vertical wall cracks in concrete. Basham recommends either installing contraction joints or reinforcing horizontal ways as the best methods to control...

Brief  Painting floorboards can give an original floor a new lease of life. Here, our expert offers his top tips and suggests the best floor paint for the job.   Insight If you don't want carpet or tiles, painting floorboards is both a charming and...