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Top ten tips: Summer paint shades for the garden

Looking for some summer shades to brighten up your garden? We can help, here's our top ten paint shades for the garden.

We suggest using a few less colours than are utilised here.

Top ten: Paint shades

The huge variety of paint shades available can be pretty confusing for people new to interior design. But to those who know what they want the range gives a unique chance to find that exact shade you're after.

Sheds - you've got to question why the curtains are shut.

Homeowners shed inhibitions

The humble garden shed has had a bit of a makeover. No longer does it sit, forlorn and full of rusty tools at the bottom of the garden.

How to create your perfect white picket fence. Image:Thinkstock

How to paint a fence - video

Painting a fence can be a messy and frustrating process. To help you prepare properly, we've got a couple of videos on how to go about the task.

What we imagine Andy Murray's garden looks like.

The Olympic paint legacy

A wave of patriotism is sweeping the country and it shows no sign of slowing. The evidence? Sales of red, white and blue paint.

Review: Chix and Mortar women's DIY course

AboutProperty goes on a girly home improvement course with one hope: to master the art of wallpapering once and for all...

DIY course for women: improve your home yourself

Chix and Mortar is running its next girls' DIY course in February - and we've got an exclusive discount code you can use when booking.

Q&A: Paint for condensation-prone walls

An industry expert advises this week's reader on the best paint to use in steamy, damp rooms.

My decorating disasters: A true story

AboutProperty's editor hasn't always been queen of the paintbrush. Here, she reveals her most terrible decorating faux pas.

Forest green: spring 2011's big interiors trend

Forest green is set to be SS11's most fashionable interiors colour. Here, we look at how to make such a bold colour work in your home.

More people doing home improvement themselves

Brits are more likely to attempt DIY now than five years ago, a survey has revealed - but we still leave some areas to the experts...

Home improvement skills 'being lost over time'

DIY is being abandoned by the younger generation in favour of leaving it to the experts, a report has said.

Recession 'encouraged DIY improvements'

Homeowners are looking to improve their property's value in the recession.

Add value to your home with our re-design tips

New Year New Décor for homeowners

With property purchases at a record all time low, the advice from those in the know is not to rush into selling up, but to consider investing some time and money into your current home.

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AQVA

Aqva intends to make your life refreshing, right from the start of your day until you unwind. At Aqva they offer ground-breaking products & solutions, whilst keeping in mind your wellbeing. They specialise in embellishing your home decor, kitchen and bathroom with their best quality products & solutions.

Bathrooms365

Bathroom365 supply all areas of your new bathroom - leading-edge designed bathroom suites, stylish bathroom taps and showers, all styles and forms of shower enclosures and a vast collection of bathroom furniture.

BiGDUG

BiGDUG offers amazing value on a huge range of storage, shelving and racking products with thousands of happy customers across the UK. They specialise in industrial shelving and have a great range of high quality purpose-made shelving and racking at your disposal.

Bespoke Kitchens

Bespoke Kitchens offers you something special, very affordable and without compromising quality. Most of all though, we offer you exactly what you want for much less than you might think.

Landlord Insurance

Landlord Insurance will provide you with the peace of mind that comes from knowing that should disaster strike you and your properties are protected against financial consequences.

Moroccan Bazaar

An established global suppliers of Moroccan goods and furnishings, they have over 3000 products in their range and are always looking for new and exciting items to add.

MyStampDuty

We help people buying property all over the UK to minimise Stamp Duty Land Tax on residential and commercial property. If you are looking at purchasing a new home or business premises over £500,000, contact us today by completing the form on the right

Oak Furniture Land

For hardwood furniture, including Solid Oak, Mango, Mahogany, Sheesham, Acacia, Ash and Birch, look no further than Oak Furniture Land.

Countryside Properties

We have a fantastic selection of new homes throughout the UK. We offer a great range of new homes in desirable locations that are excellent value for money.

Rated People

Whatever type of home improvement or garden remodelling project you have, Rated People can help you to identify the right tradesmen for the job in a way that is quick, easy, convenient and, as it is based on real-life recommendations, trustworthy.

Residential Land

If you are looking for short or long term rentals in Central London, Residential Land have a portfolio of over 1200 flats and houses in the best postcodes across the Capital.

Ryder International

The Solid Wood Flooring Company offers wood flooring of the highest quality which is made specifically for the UK market.

Simply Bedrooms

Simply Bedrooms, a part of Sleepwell Bedrooms Ltd, supplying quality beds, wardrobes, sliding door wardrobes and bedroom furniture at low prices and great service, London and Home Counties Specialists.

Splash Direct

Splash Direct, a leading name in online bathroom retail. With a fabulous range of bathroom suites and bathroom accessories and a strong commitment to customer experience, they aim to be the best choice for buying bathrooms and bathroom fixtures and fittings. They believe bathing needn’t be an inconvenient social ritual. Everybody deserves a bathroom space in which they feel comfortable, where legs can be stretched and the stress of a hard-day’s work can be washed away. With this in mind they offer a range that includes the best of contemporary interior design: between stylish basins, shower enclosures and toilets, everything you need for your dream bathroom.

Door Handles UK

Door Handles UK is the UK's largest online range of Door Handle accessories, Door Hinges, Locks and Latches and so much more and all at genuine internet prices. We have a wide range of Chrome, Brass and Glass Crystal Mortice door knobs in both traditional and contemporary designs, whatever your taste and budget you will find a design to suit.

UK Flooring Direct

UK Flooring Direct have over 25 years experience in the flooring industry specialising in carpet, vinyl, cork and lino flooring bringing customers the very best deals the UK has to offer.

Waltons

Waltons Garden Buildings have a fantastic range of garden sheds direct that are delivered across the UK for free. Wooden sheds are by far the most popular outdoor building in the UK and their multi-functional and practical purposes ensure that this versatile structure can be tailored to suit your needs. Waltons have a variety of different styles and sizes to suit all properties and requirements.

Woodlands Furniture

We are an established family business situated in rural Herefordshire specialising in beautiful handcrafted classic reproduction furniture. Our comprehensive ranges are readily available from stock.

WowBBQ

Welcome to the World of Weber. We are the largest independent online Weber BBQ retailer in the United Kingdom. WOWbbq.co.uk is a Weber Partner Store and can give you the best advice for all your Weber BBQ needs.

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Making the most of a brand new home for first-time buyers

Moving into a new home is a daunting and overwhelming experience for anyone, particularly if it's for the first time. Finding the right balance between a stylish decor and one that will last for years to come is not always easy, but there are plenty of ways of getting value for money without breaking the bank.

A guide to choosing a dishwasher

A dishwasher is a great investment for all types of home; if you have a family to look after, a dishwasher might cut the number of daily tasks around the home, while busy couples who spend a lot of time at work can relax in the evenings, letting the dishwasher tackle dirty crockery.

Creating the perfect bedroom for your kids

Kids can be a handful and tend to take up a lot of time, so giving them their ideal bedroom could be just what you need to get a bit of peace of quiet and provide them with what they require to stay happy. Whatever your child's tastes, there are plenty of great home decorating ideas out there - read on to hear some of our suggestions.

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