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Elizabeth Hurley recently got engaged to Australian cricket legend Shane Warne. Picture:Getty Images

Elizabeth Hurley launches first homeware range

Elizabeth Hurley is making her first foray into the world of interior design today with a brand new homeware range at House of Fraser.

A conservatory from Apropos.

Top ten tips: How to build a conservatory

Looking to build the perfect conservatory for your home? Here's are ten tips to help you do just that.

Why didn't Thomas Edison think of this?

Designer light bulbs

You might think light bulbs have to look rubbish, especially energy efficient ones. That is no longer the case.

Julia Kendell, ITV's 60 Minute Makeover presenter, is full of tips, confidence and nous to help you get your home ready for the summer.

DIY video: Julia Kendell

We've only gone and got you another webTV show on DIY... this time featuring television presenter and interior designer Julia Kendell.

Pink worktops - we like.

Pretty in pink show home

Who says that show homes have to be dull affairs? Charles Church are pushing the boat out a bit with this effort.

Perfect for that fish-themed hallway.

Top ten tips: Buying a rug

Looking to add the finishing touches to your interior design? The answer might well be a rug, here's our top ten tips.

Speeding up your computer can be a simple DIY project. Image:Thinkstock

Phil Spencer video: Why your computer is a DIY project

Computer running frustratingly slowly? Fixing it can be a simple DIY project explains Phil Spencer in this video.

Erica Deam is the second winner of the prize. Image:Thinkstock

Janine Stone award for young interior designer

Janine Stone have announced their Young Interior Designer of the Year 2012 and hope to have unearthed the next big name in the interior design world.

Kevin McCloud is regularly voted one of the most powerful people in the property world.

Kevin McCloud: Grand Designs Live interview

Property guru on living in St Paul's Cathedral, 'crap' housing and the magic of architecture.

Home owners and experts have different views on what will help sell a house. Image:Thinkstock

What really counts for a quick property sale

Home owners have misconceptions about what really makes a difference to sales, says HSBC.

Keira Knightley's character in Atonement could help to inspire you to find your dream interior.

Film and TV interior design inspiration

Audrey Hepburn, Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet. How can you take interiors inspiration from the stars?

Side conversions are often the cheapest type. Image:Liquid Library

Top ten tips: How to add value to your home

Want to add a little bit of value to your home? Here's ten of the best ways to go about doing that.

Martin Roberts is host of Homes under the Hammer.

Podcast: How to avoid embarrassment about your home

Want to invite friends over for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee and Olympics but worried they'll judge your home? Fear not - help is at hand.

Stefan Lepkowski's stunning home.

Building your dream home - with Grand Designs

Stefan Lepkowski had the chance to build his dream home with Grand Designs. Six years later, we catch up to find out how things have been since the show.

A lovely mattress can make all the difference. Image:Thinkstock

Video: Buying a bed? Watch out for the potential pitfalls

A great number of people struggle to get a decent night's kip. Our video shows you how a mattress can make a big difference.

Not only does he sign books, he is also a dab hand at putting up the wallpaper. Supposedly. Pic:Getty Images

Lord Sugar's DIY skills top of the pile

Lord Sugar, a better choice to organise your DIY project than Phil Spencer, Kate Middleton or Cheryl Cole.

The tide is in for sea based interior design.

How to decorate with sea colours

Want to create the calming ambiance of the ocean in your home without leaving the tap on for three days? Here's a few tips.

Jennie Bond - former BBC royal correspondent.

Jennie Bond Video: Home safety tips

Some home safety tips from Jennie Bond, former BBC royal correspondent.

The scarlet three-seater sofa is expected to attract some big bids.

Ideal Home Show: The Soldiers' Charity furniture auction

A unique living room suite is taking centre stage at this year's Ideal Home Show, in order to raise money for ABF The Soldiers' Charity.

Redecorating in pink. Perhaps not for everyone. Image:Thinkstock

Top ten tips: Redecorating in colour

Redecorating your home? Here's ten tips on how to go about choosing your colour scheme, provided by Abacus Estates.

A conservatory is one of the few improvements that will add more value than it would have done last year. Image:Thinkstock

Owners warned: think before you improve

As we gear up for the Easter DIY season, HSBC wants that home improvements boost value by less than before.

Suzi Perry meets Prince Charles at the Ideal Home Show opening. Pic:Getty Images

Suzi Perry talks Home of the Future

Once Suzi Perry has finished fixing our iPhone she moves onto chatting about the Ideal Home Show and more specifically, the Home of the Future.

The Home of the Future. Less sofas than in the present day.

Home of the Future - Ideal Home Show 2012

The Home of the Future is here. It's got round microwaves, smart cleaning and egg shaped beds.

Last year's Ideal Home Show.

Ideal Home Show 2012 Preview

The Ideal Home Show is back on 16 March. Excited? So are we. Read a bit more about what you've got to look forward to here.

You don't need to follow all the rules of minimalism to create space. Image:Thinkstock

Top ten tips: How to create space

Most of us want to own a bigger and better home, but sometimes the best option is to make sure you're maximising the space you already have.

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FAQs about commercial stamp duty

If you want to relocate to larger premises, you need to know about commercial stamp duty. Different rates apply than with residential property, however, like residential buyers, you could potentially benefit from stamp duty mitigation.

Save space with a small bathroom suite

Most people dream of having spacious bathrooms with a freestanding tub and a separate shower cubicle where you can relax in pure luxury. However, the reality is that bathrooms are rarely as big as we'd like them to be. Here are some tips on how to make the most of a small bathroom.

The benefits of choosing painted kitchens for your home

If you want to give your home a makeover, consider painted kitchens. While these look great in traditional properties, such as cottages and farmhouses, they also work well with contemporary spaces due to the large selection of styles and colours.