While woodburners are still fantastically popular, there has been a surge in those seeking eco-friendly substitutes.

The dining table is often overlooked until the last minute, even though it can be where we spend hours not only during the big day, but also throughout the festive period.

Government figures show the average time from a home going on Rightmove to a buyer moving in is 20 weeks, with 30% of deals collapsing.

Dressing your home for Christmas and New Year is fun, but when the festivities are over and the decorations and tinsel have been stored for another year, the house can look bare.

The only real way to add value to your home is to make it more attractive ready for the traditional spring buying season. Experts say 10 key changes should make quick-fire returns.

Those living in Grays and commuting to the capital pay a combined annual cost of £15,008 for their mortgage and season ticket, research from Zoopla found.

Helen Marsh, a partner at law firm Forsters, provides six top tips for avoiding some of the most common pitfalls of buying a leasehold property.

Shop smarter by using seasonal clearances and ex-display lines as a way to pick up longed-for large-outlay items such as beds, sofas and mattresses, as well as designer pieces and one-off accessories.

Few other building materials are more vilified than concrete. Philosopher Roger Scruton believes that post-war Britain was almost 'obliterated by ugly deposits of concrete and steel'.

Moving house can be stressful, but the more knowledge you can accumulate the more you can alleviate the pressure along the way.

Huge discounts can be found in expensive homes in London to smaller places in Welsh villages - Rightmove has picked 10 properties with deep discounts.

For those who believe dreary winters of rainy days and long nights mean many of us want to buy homes overseas, think again.

Kate Hudson, Jennifer Aniston, Ed Sheeran: they've all got them. A home yoga or contemplative space, that is.

The average cost of a letting in Britain rose by an inflation-busting rate of 2.6 per cent during in 2019, property website Zoopla says.

If you're considering buying your freehold, there are some initial questions that you'll need to ask to get the process started.

As thousands of country pubs, shops and post offices have shut down over the past few decades, loneliness has become an increasingly serious problem for village folk.

The average price paid by a first-time buyer in Britain last year was £231,455, up 9% - or £18,252 - on a year earlier, according to research by Halifax.

A new-build home should combine beauty and great architecture. All too often, however, the reality is different: ugly, poky and even dangerous. This has forced the Government into action.

More of us are renting. That won't come as a surprise given the struggle first-time buyers have when scrambling on to the property ladder.

East Hertfordshire includes market towns such as Bishop's Stortford and Hertford and was given the title after scoring well on several factors, such strong exam results and happiness scores.

The list of top 10 places within easy reach of a city have been identified by property website Zoopla, with Barking and Dagenham in East London leading the way.

Those looking to nab a bargain near the capital could have found their match with this three-storey property, known as 'The Tower'.

Ranked above the hot-spots of the South East, such as Fareham - and the North's most sought-after districts of Selby and Hambleton - the No 1 spot to live has been awarded to East Hertfordshire.

The economy of Bristol is thriving and across the Severn Bridge, the towns and cities of South Wales are enjoying the ripple effect of its prosperity.

The first Build to Rent development in London's Canary Wharf - where the flats were built for renting only - has opened to tenants, with rental prices starting at £2,123 a month for a studio.

We've outlined six things to consider if you've found a home that you want to buy, covering everything from budgeting for stamp duty to checking on the legal access to a property.

From spring cleaning your home to putting out fresh flowers and removing any pets, here are seven tips to make the most of the upturn in the property market and get your home sold quickly.

Freddie Garland - who grew up with florist parents - arrived at the idea for his company, Freddie's Flowers, while working at Abel & Cole, the organic fruit and vegetable delivery company.

City living means increased levels of light exposure, which can harm your sleep, according to experts. Follow our top tips to ensure you get the best night's sleep, including the pick of the best pillows.

The decline of the great British pub is nothing to raise a glass to, but the growing trend of converting old inns into new homes means it's not last orders yet.

Government warnings suggest that, at its peak, the virus could oblige 20 per cent of the working population to operate remotely - that's 6.5 million out of a 32.5 million workforce.

The coronavirus means that taking your Mum out for an afternoon tea this Mother's Day may no longer be possible - but we reveal how to celebrate at home.

Being stuck in the house for a few weeks could be the ideal time for a spot of spring decluttering. In fact, it's already wildly popular: the hashtag #decluttering has nearly 300,000 Instagram posts.

Thousands of estate agents have accelerated plans to use digital technology to show off homes to buyers who they hope will remain interested until the virus outbreak subsides.

While dressing to impress for a video call seems to be all the rage, it's also giving us the chance to peek into other people's homes. So getting your walls primed for the camera is a worthy project.

We're trying to make sense of our lives in lockdown, hoping that a clear picture will emerge. But that's nothing new for dissectologists - as jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts are known.

Furniture for your favourite four-legged animal is becoming big business, with some versions costing almost £1,000.

A balcony in the heart of bustling South West London proved to be an unusual but perfect place to transform into a workout space for Kirsty Hendey.

NEIL TWEEDIE writes about how owners of isolated country homes that were flooded in the aftermath of Storm Dennis received no help from authorities in areas including Worcestershire.

Sandbanks in Dorset is Britain's most expensive location, with homes that are higher priced than in Monte Carlo and where the parties are glitzier than in St Tropez. just ask Harry Redknapp.

Tailored interior design has long been the preserve of those with deep pockets. It tends to attract those who live in the kind of homes where driveways are gated and AGAs come as standard.

The house is in the heart of South East London's Peckham, a trendy hotspot with railway arch bars and old-school pubs that offer a vibrant nightlife. It has two bedrooms and is for sale for £625,000.

The latest figures from UK Finance, the banking trade body, reveals that the number of homeowner properties taken into possession in the final quarter of last year rose 17 per cent.

Interior designer Rita Konig, has styled sleek New York apartments and Notting Hill pieds-à-terre. She visited Jennie Agg's Debryshire home, revealing how a room can be made more inviting.

Rishi Sunak today announced any homeowner who is adversely affected by coronavirus will be eligible for a three month mortgage payment 'holiday'.

Agents have called for more guidance as those due to move home, whether completing on a purchase or having committed to a rental are left unsure what will happen. 

The Government paying rents may be the only way to keep some tenants in their homes amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Those in the middle of the buying process, such as Susanna Wood and Tom and Daniella Matthews pictured, told us they are now unsure whether they will be able to move as planned.

Craig Aynsley, 46 from Northumberland, has been unable to work for five years after two separate battles with cancer - but thought his life had turned a corner last year after finding his dream home.

Making home improvements to save money is still possible with a little bit of imagination - and online ordering. Toby Walne looks at all your options.