Sophie Graham

Existing paintwork should be washed down and dried. Apply wood primer to any bare wood.

Plaster patching on wood lath ceilings can be carried out by different methods.

The best position for a washing machine or a dishwasher is in the kitchen near to the hot and cold water supply, and the existing waste pipe.

The plastic window frames in my house have been in place for many years now (at least 20) and they are beginning to yellow. Is there anything I can do to revive the plastic?

I would like to lay laminate flooring in the bathroom. I’ve found a suitable flooring but I’m not sure about how to fit it around the pedestals for the wash basin and the lavatory.

It was not that long ago when decorative flooring was either carpet or some form of sheet flooring but now the choice has widened.

In this article, I would like to consider a few ideas about planning the alterations to a bathroom.

I strongly believe that gardens should be designed and organised for children of all ages to enjoy.

This technique will improve the appearance of a damaged carpet.

Before laying the timber decking you need to carefully choose the location, taking sun and shading into consideration.

Prior to painting, decorating or tiling a wall it is necessary to gain a clean and flat workable surface.

When you tile over the bath it is a good idea to fill the bath with water first. This will drop the bath to its lowest point, if indeed it drops at all.

There are a million and one woodworking jobs around the home but we will concentrate on the main things that can be done after only a little practice.

Whatever you are thinking of doing to your home, it is important to get the reasons for doing it into perspective.

If you are a self-respecting, I-can-do-it-all Renaissance woman of the 21st century, you have got to have a good set of tools.

Don’t let contractor fraud happen to you or anyone you know.

How do I get the smell of damp out of my kitchen cupboards?

My ex-flatmate has fleas and they are now in the carpet. Now she has moved out, how can I remove them?

During the spring and summer months, a home and garden party is very popular.

Did you know the oldest vacuum cleaner was invented in Chicago in 1869!