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Does window film work?

With two large bay windows in my Victorian house, I want to prevent furnishings from fading without losing light. I know window films are available, but do they work?

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Will this paint scheme work in any room?

I like the idea of painting woodwork a shade darker than walls, but will this work in any room and which combinations are best?

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Which carpet colour is most sensible for halls and stairs?

Can you suggest the best carpet colour for concealing the wear and tear caused by our active young sons?

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Who supplies sliding door systems?

Where can I find glass room dividers that run on tracks in the ceiling or the floor?

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Where can I find bespoke blackboards?

I'm looking for a frameless 3x1m blackboard to go above units in my new kitchen. Do you know of a company that makes these?

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Who will make really long roller blinds?

We've replaced a floor-to-ceiling window, which is 1.33m wide, and it needs a new roller blind with a drop of 3.63m. All the blind companies I've approached have a maximum drop of 3m. Will any company make a new blind in the larger size?

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Is black silk an option?

I have a small French dressing table chair, which I'd like to upholster in black silk. Is there such a thing as upholstery-grade silk?

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What do I need to hang a heavy mirror?

I have a heavy antique mirror with no fixings on the back. Where can I find these?

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