Mirrors aren't just for looking in - they can make a small room seem spacious and a dark room much lighter There are more types than you might think, and fixing presents few problems

How do I decide how much to buy First measure up the area that is to be painted

MODERN-STYLE TAP CONVERSION Do your taps look as though they belong in the Ark and perform as though they were If you're reluctant to go to the cost and trouble of a full-scale change, there is an alternative solution - fit a tap conversion kit

The first thing to do is to turn off the supply of water to the tap This may simply involve turning off a stop valve somewhere in the pipe leading to the tap - or it may be easier to turn off the whole system at the mains

Designing the lobbies of hotels in the nineteen eighties I learnt a lot of this than can be used to both pick up the style and feel of a space One of these tips was the use of mirrors

Emulsion paints are invariably the first choice for decorating walls and ceilings Understanding more about them will help you to achieve a perfect finish every time

Is emulsion paint best applied with a brush or roller One of the big advantages of emulsion is that it is easy to apply, with little drag on the brush or roller compared to oil based paints

How long does emulsion paint take to dry It tends to dry more quickly than other paints

A double-hung, or sash, window has two sashes which slide up and down and are counterbalanced in older models by weighted sash cords If one of these cords breaks, the window sticks in the frame

A problem for the majority of home owners is condensation Particularly if live somewhere cold and wet like I do, Blackpool England

A flat roof requires a somewhat large amount of time to keep in good condition and to keep it leak free Lucky thought it is easy enough for the average DIY’er to complete at home