BBCi Homes

If you're addicted to the BBC's home improvement shows, this web page will provide a fix when they're not on air. As with all BBC sites, it's clearly designed and content rich. Browse the homepage for regularly updated features or use the menu on the left-hand side of the page to see the latest from your favourite programme. There is an option to view the site in a text only format if you have a slow connection to the internet, or want information rather than pictures.

There is so much to look at, it can be difficult to know where to start. The comprehensive DIY Guide gives you the basics, with an essential section on Safety. The site comes up trumps with Calculators enabling you to work out just how much material you need to finish the job properly, whether it is carpet, paint, tiles or wallpaper.

The Period Style Guide is a useful addition, making sure you get your decoration scheme spot on. With a brief summary, the names of the main perpetrators of the style and advice on how to Get the look, it's all fairly easy. Of course, you can always fall back on Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen's design rules. The WebGuides also provide some useful links.


Along with Competitions and Expert Advice, you could always put off that paint job until tomorrow.