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Sanderson limited edition furniture

Sanderson limited edition furniture

This year, marks the 150th anniversary of the quintessentially English brand Sanderson and what better way to celebrate than by collaborating with the country’s favourite retailer, John Lewis. Our much loved department store has worked closely with Sanderson to develop a beautiful collection of limited edition furniture and accessories.

Create an outdoor oasis

Create an outdoor oasis

As we move into the summer months, what better way to enjoy the British summertime than to create your very own outdoor room ready for use the minute it arrives.

Bring colour back to bathrooms with Golden Black

Bring colour back to bathrooms with Golden Black

A growing trend towards dramatic and decorative stonework has opened a new colour palette for traditionally pale bathrooms. Embrace the look with Limestone Gallery's Golden Black marble, part of a wide portfolio of exotic stones offered by this luxury stonework supplier.

Gorenje's new built-ins sweep away the rule book

Gorenje's new built-ins sweep away the rule book

It is always a big leap of faith when you take the established rule book and re-write it. Gorenje has done exactly that with its dynamic new Pure range of built-in appliances, presenting a free-flowing approach in which no rules are set in stone.

Get some tabletop inspiration for eating at home

Get some tabletop inspiration for eating at home

There’s nothing better in life than inviting a few friends around that you are long overdue in seeing for some good food, good wine and good company.

Create the ideal nursery with Dunelm Mill

Create the ideal nursery with Dunelm Mill

Every little girl and boy spends at least 50% to 80% of their average night dreaming, so it is important to create the perfect magical haven for them to drift off in. Help fire their imagination with soft shades and mythical creatures to encourage the perfect night’s sleep.

Bringing a riot of colour to bed time

Bringing a riot of colour to bed time

ALSO Home has launched a new range of colourful bedlinen and accessories. Each piece is lovingly hand-made using 100 per cent cotton, exceptionally soft and kind to young skin. Perfect for both boys and girls and suitable all year round, the new collection of fun and funky designs adds splashes of colour to brighten rooms for children of all ages.

Take a walk on the wild side at RHS gardens

Take a walk on the wild side at RHS gardens

To coincide with International Biodiversity Day on 22 May 2010, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is launching summer wildlife trails at each of its gardens to encourage the public to get out there identifying, monitoring, conserving and celebrating the astonishing variety of living things in our gardens.

Outdoor lighting for you home

Outdoor lighting for you home

GlacialTech has launched a low-power, Light Emitting Diode (LED) series - the GlacialLight GL-SD07 - for spotlights and floodlights.

British men to create luxury bolt-holes to watch World Cup

New research from Halifax Home Insurance reveals the growing phenomenon of the bloke's retreat - with nearly a million men creating a 'den' in their homes before kick off in South Africa this summer.

Dodgy DIY improvements damage house values

The recession has driven many UK homeowners to take on complex home improvements themselves, in a bid to increase the value of their home.

Londoners bitten by springtime spending bug

Election uncertainty and talk of a double dip in the economy has done nothing to suppress the optimism of London home owners.

Denise Van Outen discovers her green fingers

Denise Van Outen discovers her green fingers

Spring has sprung and the weather is finally good enough to get outside in the garden. But even if you don’t have a large outdoor space, there are ways for everyone in the family to become green fingered.

Jenny Powell’s top tips for summer garden happiness

Jenny Powell’s top tips for summer garden happiness

Summer is well on its way. But is your garden prepared for the season ahead? After a long cold winter many of us will have neglected our patio and decking and chances are it won’t be ready for those many barbeques and summer parties. So how do you turn a sorry state into a paradise which you won’t be embarrassed to invite your guests to?

The Easy Guide to Choosing Compost

The HTA, in conjunction with the RHS, has just launched a new title The Easy Guide to Choosing Compost to its Easy Guide series.