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French interior designer Catherine-Hélène Frei Von Auffenberg shares her love of antiques and some useful advice for renovating ancient buildings

Is your Victorian home in need of some renovation work? We show you where to start and who to call...

Add a fun twist to your festive decór with a DIY Christmas ladder tree. Find out how to create your own in 4 easy steps...

Our expert advice, tips and decorating ideas for decorating with teal – and the best antique pieces to pair with this bold, vibrant colour

Upcycling antique furniture and homewares can help blend your old pieces in with your contemporary interior design. But when should you upcycle antique furniture and when should you leave it as it is?

Colour and paint expert Annie Sloan shows you how to bring a new lease of life to old drawers with a Paul Klee-inspired painting effect

Restorer and designer Jay Blades talks us through the best ways to upcycle old furniture using traditional methods and more sustainable fabrics and materials

Add character, rustic charm and an antique look to your garden and household ornaments with patina, the green oxidising effect formed on metals

Keep your antique outdoor furniture clean, sparkling and in good condition over many years with our expert guide

Keep your sofas and chairs clean with our tips for taking care of leather furniture – and, if worst comes to worst, how to remove stains from leather

Decorative lighting experts Andrew Molyneux and Harry Triggs share their illuminating tips on how to light your artwork on your walls at home

We explore the Japanese art of repairing and mending broken ceramics with gold lacquer – and the fascinating philosophy at its core

Feature walls are a great way of bringing additional colour and fun into your interior design. Here's our guide to how to create a gallery wall with your antique and vintage prints, artwork, photographs and pictures

Keep gilded picture frames tidy and clean with these handy tips

Upholsterer and Changing Rooms designer Micaela Sharp brings us her definitive guide to upholstery – and everything you should know before you hire an upholsterer and the questions you should ask

Top interior designers share their technical and creative expertise in these brilliant online and in-person courses on the art of interior design and how to design your home using stylish soft furnishings

Here are our tips to help keep your old, historic homes warm in winter – without breaking the bank

Keep your antique longcase or Grandfather clock in perfect working order with this helpful guide

Keep antique glass vases sparkling with these cleaning techniques

Maggie Stevenson explains how to make your carpets cosy, comfortable and colourful

How to create your very own place in the sun (whatever the weather!)

Dress up your table for spring with these styling tips from Trouva

Unique finds can create a characterful look. Here, we show you how to incorporate patinated pieces in your own home

Transform your bedroom into a haven for sleep and relaxation with these inspiring decorating tips