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UK Style. The homes and property zone of this site is crammed full of advice and ideas for your home, whether you want to try your hand at DIY, check out the latest furnishing fashions or get creative. Features Ideas and Inspirations, Practical Guides, Ask the Expert, Moodboard Designer, Decorator's Calculator, Moving Home, What's New, plus a message board. Great site to explore.
BBC Lifestyle Homes section, includes Design Inspiration and DIY Guide, plus links to websites that accompany Homes TV Programmes including:
- Housecall - rural home and lifestyle show.
- Changing Rooms - designer style for less.
- Design Rules - back to basics with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen.
- Homefront - inspirational homes and gardens design show.
- DIYSOS - here to save you from disaster!
KBSA, UK Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association, promotes professionalism and excellence in the design, supply and intallation of fitted kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and home offices. Features useful and practical planning, buying and design advice, with detailed articles on what to look for when buying appliances. Find a Design Specialist facility.
Dulux.co.uk, the home of colour inspiration and interior design. Visualise your ideas on screen with the MousePainter, discover the latest colours, trends and ideas. Features Paint Chooser, decorating guide, colour advice, answers to your decorating queries, and find a decorator facility.

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