It may not be the most obvious way to enlarge your home, but converting the cellar can have lots of benefits - as long as it's done right, says Julia Gray
Mezzanine levels have long been popular in church and chapel conversions, but they can also be used to add an extra room in ordinary houses, says Julia Gray
New floor tiles can transform a kitchen or bathroom - and laying them isn't hard to do yourself, says Julia Gray
Protect bare wooden floorboards or parquet with varnish to get years of good looks and durability, says Julia Gray
Hopefully we've gotten over the worst of the windy weather, but just in case, reinforce your windows and doors against the elements by fitting weatherstripping
Don't suffer in the cold this winter - start getting rid of draughts now, says Julia Gray
Don't let the disaster that is a burst pipe happen in your home this winter. Follow Julia Gray's top tips for plumbing and heating
You've prepared the sub-floor for your sheet vinyl and now it's time to fit it. Julia Gray offers some advice
Don't risk ruining your tiling by getting the grouting wrong. Follow Julia Gray's top tips for a neat finish
