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Annie Sloan CBE: ‘Cloud Dancer was basically a sort of rather dull white’

The colour expert and creator of Chalk Paint discusses Pantone Colour of the Year 2026 – and her colour palette of the year. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

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6 things every charming and homely farmhouse kitchen has – how to hit the balance between comfort and character

Create a characterful kitchen that's the heart of your home

Ideal Home

The cosy heritage look is trending this Christmas – an interior stylist reveals the 5 tricks to making it look fresh and timeless

Trends come and go, but here's how to make this a look that will last

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Put Down the Checkerboard Tiles – All the Chicest Decorators I Know Are Painting This Classic Pattern Onto Their Wooden Kitchen Floors Instead

It's simpler, more affordable, yet still utterly timeless

Homes & Gardens

Upcycling furniture? Here are 5 things I wish I knew first

Countless upcycling projects (and plenty of mistakes) later, here's what I wish I knew before my first project

Ideal Home

7 best paint colours to brighten up a gloomy north-facing garden, according to experts

Transform your outdoor space with these expert-approved shades

Ideal Home

Scientists say they have discovered a 'new' color – but what do interior designers think of this saturated shade?

Scientists claim to have discovered a never-before-seen color called 'olo', which, according to one professor, is 'more saturated than any color that you can see in the real world'

Homes & Gardens

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Sick of white walls? My journey from minimalist to maximalist, one paint stroke at a time

What do you do if you’re bored with plain walls? If you’re me, you go full muralscape

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5 Changes to Make to Your Bedroom Before the Clocks Change to Improve Your Spring-Time Sleep

It's that time of the year when we trade an hour of sleep for an extra hour of daylight, and these simple switches will make the transition that little bit easier

Livingetc

We didn't expect this color to have a revival in 2025 – but these 7 purple kitchens prove it's back for good

Pretty pastels to deep moody hues – purple is the kitchen color to know about this year

Homes & Gardens

What color should you paint the cabinets in a small kitchen? 4 palettes designers swear by that aren't just shades of white

Don't stick to a neutral palette – these timeless cabinet colors are just as perfect for small kitchens

Homes & Gardens

How to paint over stained wood – 6 simple steps expert painters swear by for even, lasting finishes

Skipping even one step will result in chipping paint, experts warn

Homes & Gardens

8 things that will always make your bathroom look small, according to designers

From colors to tiles, some things will always make your bathroom look small, even when it isn't. Here's what designers say to avoid and what to do instead

Homes & Gardens

Folk decor ideas – 7 ways to bring this enchanting design style into the home

We spoke with designers about the history of the charming style and how to introduce folk pieces into the everyday home

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If you color drench any room make it this one – 5 color-centric entryways that make the most of this often overlooked space

Here's why color drenching is the best way to decorate your entryway and which paints work perfectly with the look

Homes & Gardens

Should you stop flipping your thrift shop finds? 5 designers on when to upcycle a piece and when to leave it alone

Seasoned furniture flippers and interior designers weigh into the upcycling debate plus share their tips

Homes & Gardens

7 things to paint in your home that aren't the walls

A lick of paint on the walls is great, but for something more creative, transform rooms without touching the walls

Homes & Gardens

Should you actually paint your kitchen a bold, on-trend color? Designers weigh in on the risks and rewards of a color-centric scheme in the heart of the home

Here's how designers embrace the latest kitchen color trends with longevity in mind

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These are interior designers' favorite color combinations for living rooms – from neutral and calming to bold and playful

Create a stylish living room with these expert-suggested color combinations

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Is white or cream more on trend for 2025? Which of these enduring neutrals are designers favoring (and where and when to use them)

Designers weigh in on these two light neutrals and where and when to use each

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Why bows are the only Christmas decoration you need in 2025 – no matter your colour scheme

Bows are back and bigger than ever; they are the standout trend taking over this year

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8 genius household uses for petroleum jelly you need to know about – from fixing squeaky doors and removing rust, to making painter easier and more

This marvel in a pot has some surprisingly great uses around the home

Homes & Gardens

These rich-looking colors are favorites among designers for winter decorating – 6 sophisticated shades

Homes & Gardens

Is gray or beige more on trend for 2025? Designers share all on these popular neutrals

Find out when's best to use gray and beige in your home, and which of these two neutrals takes the lead for 2025

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Hand-Painted Borders and Trims Are the Antidote to Dated Accent Walls — Here's How to Make it Look Good

From doorways to window frames, hand-painted trimmings are the latest trend bringing plenty of personality into your home

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