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How to restore wood furniture
Discover how to restore wood furniture to its former glory, and carry out minor repairs, with advice from leading industry experts
By Melanie Griffiths •
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A neglected UK farmhouse has been turned into a warm and welcoming family home
This five-bedroom Grade II listed Kent farmhouse is now a luxe home – with incredible views of its setting in a nature reserve
By Andrea Childs •
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This stunning country house in the UK countryside was once a farm worker's cottage
The ambitious overhaul of this country house enabled the owners to switch from weekend visitors to full-time country dwellers
By julietbenning •
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Front porch design
Create a warm welcome and boost your home's curb appeal with our front porch design advice
By Andrea Childs •
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Love it or hate it, the exposed brick wall is making a comeback. Are you Team Brick or Team Cover-up?
An exposed brick wall photo caused a big debate when it was posted on the Country Homes & Interiors Instagram. We investigate what all the fuss is about
By Andrea Childs •
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How to clean stone floors – the best methods for flagstones, limestone and marble tiles
Discover how to clean stone floors to maintain their natural patina, remove stains, and protect them from damage, with advice from leading industry experts
By Karen Darlow •
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Why experts swear by milk for cleaning stone floors – and yes, it really works
No more crying over spilled milk, clean your flagstones with it instead say experts
By Karen Darlow •
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How to clean a cast iron skillet
Industry experts reveal how to clean a cast iron skillet like a pro – including how to restore the surface and reseason it – to take your cooking to the next level
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Vintage decor is back – but it's been reinvented for 2021
Use these key tricks when using vintage decor to get the look just right for your home
By Holly Reaney •
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Experts reveal the 6 elements every country kitchen should have
Does yours?
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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Traditional bathroom ideas – timeless styles and classic decor inspiration
From roll-top baths to statement tiles, we've got a whole host of ideas to inspire your traditional bathroom design
By Holly Reaney •
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Traditional white kitchen ideas – pure shades for period and classic schemes
This round up of the best traditional white kitchen ideas will inspire your own design
By Holly Reaney •
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How to clean hardwood floors
Discover how to clean hardwood floors to restore their natural shine, remove stains, and protect them from damage, with advice from industry experts
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Step inside this unusual Finnish island home full of secrets
You'd never guess that this peaceful five-bedroom country home once witnessed dramatic historical events
By Bettina Wulff •
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Cottage kitchen ideas – design inspiration for homely spaces
We reveal how to create a homely, rustic space full of character with cottage kitchen design ideas, including practical but pretty storage solutions to vintage textiles
By Pippa Blenkinsop •
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How to refinish hardwood floors – repair and restore with our essential guide
Restore and refinish a hardwood floor to give this beautiful feature a new lease of life, without damaging your home's character
By Melanie Griffiths •
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Traditional kitchen ideas – classic looks for cabinets, countertops and more
Create rustic charm in your kitchen with these beautifully traditional design ideas
By Holly Reaney •
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This elegant English country rectory's floral motifs are as prolific inside as in its stunning gardens
A passion for gardening inspired the sensitive update of a former Victorian rectory and its formal grounds overlooking the East Sussex countryside
By Dominic Bradbury •
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Explore this Yorkshire Dales village home filled with William Morris wallpapers
Stunning Arts and Crafts patterns and antique furniture add to the charm of this period home in the English countryside
By Annabelle Grundy •
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How to create a country kitchen – the key features from cabinets to taps to handles
Get the look just right with the quintessential appliances, materials and finishing touches
By Ysanne Brooks •
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5 new rustic kitchen ideas that prove country can be more than cute
Are you looking for a modern twist on the rustic kitchen? A new take on the country cook space? Take inspiration from these beautiful rooms
By Lucy Searle •
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How to achieve a farmhouse kitchen look – the materials and features that are key
The top 10 classic components to channel a rustic farmhouse feel
By Linda Clayton •
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French country decor ideas – take a continental approach to rural style
Understand the principles behind the perfect Gallic feel in any room with our French country decor ideas
By Andrea Childs •
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Country curtain ideas for living rooms – window dressings for rural settings
Ensure your living room has true country style with temptingly tactile treatments to suit any style of window
By Laurie Davidson •
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Farmhouse kitchen lighting ideas – bright ideas for rustic spaces
A characterful country kitchen deserves to be beautifully lit , and this is how you do it
By Linda Clayton •
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French country kitchen ideas – take a rustic approach to fixtures and furnishings
Take inspiration from classic French country kitchens, full of rustic charm and warmth
By Andrea Childs •
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Barn conversion kitchen ideas – designs that make the most of your space
Combine rustic charm and original features with today’s design ideas to create a country-style kitchen that works for you
By Yvette Murrell •
