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Laura de Barra’s guide to cleaning with everyday household items (for less than €100)

Irish property portfolio developer, illustrator and author Laura de Barra transforms appliances, chrome, tiles and drains with a small budget. Laura de Barra is…

By IMAGE Interiors & Living

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Six simple and cost-effective ways to refresh your home from Laura de Barra

When it comes to revamping our interiors, everyone is different. Everybody has different wants and needs physically, psychologically…

By Jennifer McShane

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6 interior trends that will transform your space this spring

Are you looking for nifty ways to breathe new life into your home for the season ahead without…

By Sarah Gill

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6 tips for renovating a period home, from a homeowner who has done it

How this homeowner pulled off the perfect period renovation of this south Dublin Georgian home (and take a…

By IMAGE Interiors & Living

paint stripper @innercity_victorian

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If stripping paint is on your DIY list, read this first

Should I use paint stripper? Should I invest in a heat gun? We put your questions to an…

By Amanda Kavanagh

painting the kitchen cupboards

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How to paint your kitchen cupboards yourself and get the perfect finish

Considering painting the kitchen cupboards but not sure where to begin? We speak to a seasoned expert on…

By Laura Iunghuhn

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WIN a €100 voucher and an interior design consultation with Wioletta Kelly

Want to give your home a new look that doesn't involve breaking walls or the bank? In association…

By Lauren Heskin

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What’s in the shopping cart of three interior mavens?

How are those in the know decorating their homes this summer? Sarah Macken explores the top homewares trends…

By Sarah Macken

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This period extension in Foxrock pulls out all the stops

Glass box extensions get a bad rap, but here's how to pull one off with panache - this…

By Sharon Miney

how to paint outdoor wood

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From benches and sheds to your front door: a guide to painting outdoor wood

By Megan Burns

polished concrete

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Is polished concrete a good idea for a kitchen?

There seem to be so many rumours about polished concrete kitchen counters going round. Is it watertight? Can…

By Laura Iunghuhn

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A guide to finding the perfect colour scheme for your home

Cooped up and considering finally tackling the much-need paint job in the spare bedroom? Or want to give…

By Laura Iunghuhn