# home magazine

Paint prep masterclass: Everything you need before you start on a room

Laura de Barra shares her essential shopping list for the DIY store.

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Jul 31st 2020, 5:26 PM

# colour me pretty

'Dark ceilings make the room look smaller': 6 classic paint colour myths it's time to give up on

Think white is the only colour that ‘goes with everything’? Think again.

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Jul 31st 2020, 5:26 PM

# barnhall meadows

Live close to nature in family-friendly Leixlip - with new homes launching this week

Homes at Barnhall Meadows start at €299,500.

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Jul 30th 2020, 3:39 PM

'We moved in one week ago': Inside Caroline's work-in-progress cottage renovation in Kerry

The one-bed cottage was the family home of Caroline’s partner.

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Jul 27th 2020, 5:34 PM

'People were a bit taken aback by the colour': Emma shares her warm and personality-filled kitchen

Emma Crowley’s kitchen is a touch of country style in a very modern home.

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Jul 27th 2020, 5:31 PM

Get The Look: 6 interiors buys inspired by Gillian's coffee-and-reading nook

Want to create your own bedroom zen zone? Here are some pieces to get you started.

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Jul 27th 2020, 5:30 PM

How to give your oven the deep clean it deserves (and not a toxic chemical in sight)

Laura de Barra on the best way to clean up even the grimmest oven.

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Jul 27th 2020, 5:29 PM

# storage stars

Tight squeeze? 10 kitchen storage items to help you get the most out of a small space

From butcher blocks to dish racks, Emily Westbrooks shares her star buys.

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Jul 27th 2020, 5:28 PM

'We get the sunlight here all day long': Marie shares her beloved open plan kitchen

Marie’s kitchen is a mix of old and new finds.

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Jul 20th 2020, 5:45 PM

Get The Look: 6 high street pieces inspired by Sarah's eclectic bedroom

Sarah’s space reflects her love of art and vintage finds. Here’s how to steal her style.

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Jul 20th 2020, 5:44 PM

'Renovating an old house means you learn to be flexible': Inside Kirsten's rural home makeover

Kirsten Ivors and her husband have spent over a decade transforming their farmhouse.

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Jul 20th 2020, 5:44 PM

Faded, cracked or plain ugly? 4 ways to change up kitchen tiles without buying new ones

Laura de Barra shares four options for creative cover-ups.

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Jul 20th 2020, 5:43 PM

# clean up your act

7 deep cleaning jobs that take ten minutes or less - from scrubbing the oven to tackling stains

Targeted cleaning can transform your space, fast.

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Jul 20th 2020, 5:43 PM

Space, style and river walks at these new family homes starting from €255k

Homes at Oldbridge Manor are open for viewing by private appointment now.

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Jul 20th 2020, 4:56 PM

Stylish new homes in Leixlip with acres of natural parkland and gardens to explore

Barnhall Meadows sits right on the edge of Castletown Estate.

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Jul 13th 2020, 5:55 PM

'The greenery outside was my inspiration': Sharon shares her tropical-themed bedroom

Sharon removed a set of built-in wardrobes to open up this space.

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Jul 13th 2020, 5:37 PM

Tea or coffee stain on your wooden table? Here's how best to remove it

Laura de Barra spills the tea on what to do if you’ve… spilled the tea.

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Jul 13th 2020, 5:36 PM

Get The Look: 6 budget buys inspired by Brian's mid-century modern lounge

Including a feature chair that won’t break the bank.

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Jul 13th 2020, 5:35 PM

'It's a small space so we did a lot of homework first': Sarah's redbrick renovation in Dublin 8

Sarah lives in the 1990s two-bed with her fiancé and their dog.

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Jul 13th 2020, 5:35 PM

# Movers and Shakers

'Pack all the chargers and remotes in one box': 8 homeowners share tips for doing moving day right

Plus a few mistakes they’ve learned from along the way.

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Jul 13th 2020, 5:35 PM

'I wanted the space to work for family and entertaining': Lisa shares her kitchen renovation

Lisa’s aim was to create a multifunctional area that everyone would feel at home in.

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Jul 6th 2020, 5:54 PM

Get The Look: 6 smart buys inspired by Lorraine's revamped storage area

Make like Lorraine and swap plastic boxes for pretty straw bags.

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Jul 6th 2020, 5:53 PM

'We finally have homes for hats, boots and wetsuits': Inside Caitríona's space-smart self build

Caitríona Hughes and her family moved in just three months ago.

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Jul 6th 2020, 5:53 PM

Want everything at arm's reach? Here's how to properly zone your kitchen cupboards

No more teetering stacks of spice jars and teabags, thanks to Laura de Barra.

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Jul 6th 2020, 5:52 PM

# put it away

'Folded towels are a waste of space’: 9 storage mistakes most people make - and how to fix them

Emily Westbrooks shares some tips from a lifelong battle with clutter.

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Jul 6th 2020, 5:52 PM

Beaches, schools and great transport links: Explore these family-friendly homes in north Dublin

Semple Woods combines village living with an easy city commute.

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Jul 6th 2020, 12:40 PM

'My happiest memories are on display here': Orla shares a dining area that's full of personality

‘The table has major sentimental value.’

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Jun 29th 2020, 5:49 PM

Get The Look: 6 budget-friendly buys inspired by Niamh's forest green bedroom

Niamh started with a base colour and went from there. Here’s how to steal her style.

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Jun 29th 2020, 5:48 PM

'I sit with a coffee and look out at the garden': Inside Amanda's home and studio in Derry

Illustrator and designer Amanda takes us inside her family’s three-bed.

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Jun 29th 2020, 5:48 PM

Loose joints or uneven slats? How to silence a squeaky, creaky bed

Laura de Barra shares some tips for identifying the problem – and fixing it.

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Jun 29th 2020, 5:47 PM

# like a pro

'Always leave the big light off': 6 designer-approved tricks to help you transform any room

Think like a pro with these revamping rules from design expert Louise Dockery.

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Jun 29th 2020, 5:47 PM

'I was inspired by a trip to the Caribbean': Lydia shares a corner of her converted mill apartment

The mill was built in the early 1800s.

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Jun 22nd 2020, 5:26 PM

Get The Look: 6 high street pieces inspired by this calm and cosy bedroom

Janice Kernoghan-Reid opted for deep colours and tactile fabrics. Here’s how to steal her style.

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Jun 22nd 2020, 5:26 PM

'It's finished enough to live in': Connor and Lorraine's brand new self-build in Antrim

The couple moved into their work-in-progress home last month.

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Jun 22nd 2020, 5:25 PM

# task master

Musty, stale or just plain stinky? How to tackle stubborn odours on carpets or fabrics

Ready to clear the air? Laura de Barra shares some smell-busting tips.

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Jun 22nd 2020, 5:25 PM

# al fresco

Star buys: 9 under-€30 garden accessories that’ll change how you use your outdoor space

From picnics to playtime, these items will see your garden through the summer months.

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Jun 22nd 2020, 5:24 PM

Check out these newly released homes in Kildare starting at just €285,000

A small number of two and three-bedroom homes are now available at Ledwill Park in Kilcock.

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Jun 15th 2020, 5:08 PM

'It's a simple backdrop with pops of colour': Laura chats us through her serene sleep space

‘I’ve been collecting artwork and furniture for our home since I was a teenager.’

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Jun 15th 2020, 4:42 PM

Get The Look: 6 budget buys inspired by this pretty-in-pink master bedroom

Martina mixed upcycled pieces with high street finds. Here’s how to steal her style.

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Jun 15th 2020, 4:42 PM