Home and garden

Robyn Swan moved out of her home to live rent-free in a container in rural Scotland, growing her own food and harvesting rainwater. She is pictured with her pet sheep and dogs. Photo: Robyn Swan / SWNS

'I sold all my belongings to live rent-free in a container'

I thought my carpet was clean until I used the VAX Platinum SmartWash Pet-Design Carpet Cleaner - now on sale

I thought my carpet was clean until I used the VAX carpet cleaner

Give your garden a glow-up with this stunning 8-Seater dining set with table and two chairs - now 53% off

53% off the 8-Seater Dining Set With Table & Two Armchairs

Marie Kondo has teamed up with Epson for the launch of their new projectors

Tidying guru Marie Kondo returns with Japanese concept of Kanso

Pergolas have seen an average of 110,000 searches per month

Five home trends for spring: From cottage garden to cashmere kitchen

A word of warning over popular washing up liquid brands for those still doing the dishes by hand.

Washing up liquid warning: UK households issued advice

Spring is in the air

Spring is in the air: Garden jobs for March

Kirstie Allsopp has some simple advice to help you tackle damp

Kirstie Allsopp's simple advice to rid your home of damp and mould

Interior design legend Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen returning with more Outrageous Homes in Channel 4 show

How you can appear on Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen interior design show

The Polti La Vaporella XT120C was put to the test

I tried steam generator iron making me rethink the worst house chore

Neo dehumidifier price slashed in Debenhams sale

Staggering humidifier deals in sale slashing prices to less than £30

The Doll's House in Porthleven is one of the UK's narrowest homes

One of UK's narrowest homes - named The Doll's House - hits the market

Time to declutter - research suggests a messy house could spell the end of your relationship

Decluttering - where to begin? Expert tips on clearing clutter

White Vinegar and why it’s brilliant for cleaning

The 89p store cupboard item used by Royal Household cleaners

Maximalism is back with the Sophie Robinson X Dunelm collection

Our top picks from Sophie Robinson x Dunelm maximalism collection

Step into to Spring with Stacey Solomon’s new Spring Summer 2025 homeware collection (George)

Stacey Solomon launches new Spring Summer 2025 homeware collection

Gtech's HeatWave patio heater is on sale for an absolutely ludicrous price

This £150 patio heater is just £30 at the moment with free delivery
We've spotted an incredible deal on the Gtech website for a powerful patio heater - but you've only got a few days to grab one
Gareth Butterfield

Once home to Hollywood icons Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, this Hampstead semi is the classy pad you might expect

For sale: House once owned by Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton

Sarah Raven planting out half-hardy annuals - Antirrhinum majus 'White Giant' F1, Snapdragon.

Seeds to sow in January, February and March according to Sarah Raven

a bee on a Salvia Mystic Spires Sky Blue plant

12 ways to get out in your garden every month of the year

Roomba's Combo 10 Max carries over all the tech from the J9+ - but with a much cleverer base station

Review: We test the latest Roomba Combo 10 Max robot vacuum cleaner

You can recreate the moody elegance of The Traitors aesthetic in your own home

Interior design The Traitors style: 5 pieces to add to your home now

The Wiltshire dream house has six bedrooms and is worth £2.5 million

See inside this incredible £2.5m dream house you could win for £10

A £30,000 kitchen makeover would be a dream come true for some homeowners

This company is offering the chance to win a £30k kitchen for just £1

Increase your odds of winning this incredible house with our guide to entry pricing

Cheapest way to get the best odds on winning a £4 million dream home

You can find big savings on home furnishings this Black Friday

Best home furnishings and decor deals for Christmas

Christmas Gift Guide for the Home, Kitchen & Pets everything you need for gorgeous present ideas

Christmas Gift ideas for Home, Kitchen and Pets

Le Creuset heart shaped casserole dish is among adorable deals for Black Friday

'Unmissable' gorgeous Le Creuset gems from £7 in Black Friday sale
I found Le Creuset bargains in Black Friday that are irresistible including heart shaped casserole dish
Alison Brinkworth

Amazon Fire TV 50 inch 4-series is among the Black Friday offers

Incredible Black Friday Amazon Fire TV deals see prices slashed

Shark Black Friday deals have finally landed on Amazon

Shark Black Friday deals: Amazon's big savings of up to £170

Review: Why the iRobot Roomba Combo 2 Essential is actually the perfect gift for Christmas and its on sale

Why the iRobot Roomba Combo 2 Essential is the perfect Christmas gift

Victrola Century music centre 6 in 1 that I tested out

I tested Century 6-in-1 Music Centre and know why it's selling so fast

Simba Stormur slippers

Mattress giant Simba launches slippers and they're comfier than Crocs

Bob Sutton and Nubia have a 200 year old grave in the back garden of their cottage in Roughlee, Lancashire.

We have a graveyard in our back garden...it's so peaceful

Omaze House in the Wirral is up for grabs

What it's like living in Wirral village with Omaze new house giveaway

I tested out new Pinter beer making kit and made this American IPA

Review of Pinter home beer making keg kit to see if worth the price

Jeremy Clarkson's kitchen is right on trend

Jeremy Clarkson’s calming kitchen colour palette is totally on trend

Lefant M320 robot vacuum cleaner with mop that is on special offer at Amazon

Half price deal on robot vacuum cleaner fans say 'cleans like dream'

Omaze latest house giveaway is a Hollywood style mansion in The Wirral

Gorgeous Omaze Wirral £3m home giveaway all you need to know

Huge savings for kitchen and garden gadgets can be found on Black Friday online

Hottest Black Friday home and garden deals being teased

Sicilian school worker, Anatolia Elamradiused, her life's savings to transform her gloomy London terraced house into a 'Mediterranean oasis'

School worker uses life's savings to transform home into 'paradise'

We reviewed the Tefal X Force 15.60 vacuum cleaner pictured

I tested vacuum cleaner that looks like Star Wars robot

My new kitchen gadget that saves me time

This is my favourite new time-saving kitchen gadget

Big savings on casserole dishes for a rival of Le Creuset kitchenware

Stunning Le Creuset rival's casserole dish is my ultimate deal of day

Deals can help those planning elaborate Christmas light displays like this pictured

Has Christmas come early with prices slashed on outdoor festive lights

Review: The new Haier SBS 90 Series 7 ‘I never knew I could get this excited over a fridge freezer’

I've found the best freestanding fridge freezer

Joseph Joseph and Kenwood savings among Amazon Deal Days offers

I scoured Amazon Prime Day offers and found Joseph Joseph from £10

Luggage savings on suitcases and backpacks during Amazon Big Deal Days

Samsonite stands out in the best Amazon Prime Day luggage bargains

Yale home security offers are part of Amazon Deal Days

Top home security camera deals to bag from £24

The Ezviz RS20 Pro sits in a smart-looking multi-function base

Ezviz RS20 Pro robot vacuum review: An impressive package

Shoppers could be queuing up for the latest Aldi deals

So many kitchen bargains in Aldi's deal, I expect queues

Dobbies garden centre closing stores across UK in bid to cut costs.

Garden centre chain closing stores across UK

The Omni S1 Pro is a remarkable robot vacuum - but it comes at a remarkable price

Eufy S1 Pro Omni review: The best robot vacuum I've tested

The Beldray Sport Buster Pro cleans stains and spills on carpets

Carpet cleaner review: Beldray Spot Buster Pro vs toddler spills

PlayStation launches a limited edition 30th anniversary console - here’s why I need it more than anyone

PlayStation launches a limited edition 30th anniversary console Natalie Dixon

The most stylish sofas to shop now that are guaranteed to be delivered before Christmas

Family sofas that will arrive just in time for Christmas

Gemstone Décor: How to decorate your home with the latest interior design trend

How to decorate your home with the ‘Gemstone decor’ trend