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Autumn is one of the most atmospheric times of the year, with a beautiful colour palette that lends itself perfectly to home decoration.

While autumn may be known as pumpkin season, there’s a bit of a difference between decorating your home for autumn and decorating for a Halloween party. Luckily, whether you’re a fan of pumpkins or not, there are lots of ways you can embody the autumnal spirit in your home!

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Wood and wood-inspired flooring is a staple in home interior design. And it’s no wonder why. As well as their luxury look and feel, hardwood floors tend to hold on to less dust and pollen, hold the warmth underfoot and are more resistant to wear and tear. There are also plenty of low-cost alternatives such as luxury vinyl, wooden-look tiles and bamboo flooring. While not necessarily made of wood, these floor types will need a similar level of protection to keep them looking their best.

However, with beautiful interior decor comes great responsibility. While resilient to frequent bare feet, shoes and paws, furniture - and, in particular, furniture legs - can quickly lead to dents, scrapes and unsightly marks on wooden flooring.

So, how should we protect our floors from furniture damage? Our interior design experts take a look...

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Your bedroom is your sanctuary. It’s where your day starts and ends and where you should feel as relaxed and as restful as possible. It should be a place where you enjoy spending time which is why it’s incredibly important to decorate your bedroom well. Adding a few plants can really help transform your room into a healthy, cosy space.

If you’re wanting to give your home a green makeover, consider a few of these creative ideas on how and why to decorate your bedroom with plants.

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Mirrors aren’t just for checking your hair or outfit in the morning. They can be a great way to add a creative touch to your decor, can brighten up a room and can help rooms feel larger than they really are. The mirrored surfaces reflect light around the room helping to bring some light into dingy spaces and can give the illusion that your home is larger than it really is if the mirror is on the bigger size.

If you’re looking for some interesting or unique ways to use mirrors in your home, here are some of the most creative mirror decor ideas to inspire you.

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The concept of minimalism has been on-trend in home decor for years. Keeping the home neat and clutter-free with neutral colour scenes creates a sense of calm and relaxation for many. But, recently, maximalism styles have slowly but surely been on the rise and are becoming loved by interior designers and home decor enthusiasts alike.

But what is a maximalist style and how exactly is it different to minimalism? In this guide, we’ll explore both decor styles to help you discover which one will suit you and your home best.

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It’s a sofa-buying conundrum – do you go for a dark or light colour when deciding on the biggest piece of statement furniture in your home? Of course, there are plenty of good reasons as to why you would choose either – not to mention a few drawbacks as well. And what’s the best way to make any decision? Pondering the pros and cons, of course. Let’s consider what makes the best sofa colours and the perfect ways to feature them as part of your home, shall we?

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We’ve all been told that sitting too close to the TV will give us square eyes. Although that isn’t technically true, and TVs nowadays tend to be more on the rectangular side anyway, it’s still not good to sit too close. Not only will it strain your eyes, it can also distort the picture, wasting the potential of all that high definition. By sitting too far from the TV, the picture is a little too small and details become difficult to see.

So we know not to sit too close to the TV, or too far, but what is the optimal distance between the two for the best viewing experience? We’ve got all the answers for you.

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Adding personality, colour, style and warmth, rugs can help tie your whole living room together. But, it’s not as easy as just rolling it out on the floor and giving yourself a pat on the back for a job well done. It needs to be positioned in the right way to really make a positive impact.

So, if you’ve recently bought a rug for your living room and are struggling to position it correctly, we’ve compiled a list of eight ideas to help inspire you.

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