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Victorian-style bathroom

Joanne and Andy Ross’s bathroom makeover required patience, commitment, scaffolding – and a forklift truck; no wonder it won the title of Best Bathroom in our Readers’ Awards 2009. The bathroom includes an Albert basin and stand teamed with Victorian taps and a reclaimed roll top and is decorated in shades of white and blue to create a light and airy feel.

Small kitchen transformation

Vanessa and Steve Price won Best Period Kitchen in our Readers’ Homes Awards 2008 for the canny way they created a charming country kitchen in their 19th century period cottage on a shoestring. Solid wood worktops, enamelware and blue-and-white Cornishware all add to the room's rustic feel.

Collecting delftware

Originating from Delft in the Netherlands in the 17th century, delftware is traditionally earthenware decorated with blue and white scenes, landscapes and flowers. Judith Miller looks at desirable delftware made at home and abroad.

Choosing interior paints

Paint is the creative decorator’s best friend. It comes in a seemingly endless choice of colours and finishes and it’s a quick way to transform your home, says Maggie Stevenson.

The latest paints

Update your interiors with a new paint job. Choose from neutral tones or combine light colurs with dramatic dark shades of paint. Here are some of the latest paint shades.

Painting tips

A fresh coat of paint can be the perfect way to update your home interiors quickly and easily. Use these tips and expert advice to make re-decorating run smoothly.

Be inspired by 17th century style

Add some 17th century style to your home with a sturdy farmhouse kitchen-style table, silver candelabra, floral cushions or a freestanding slipper bath with ornate feet.