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Home Q&A: What's the best way to repair wallpaper rips and scuffs?

I’ve found a few rips in the wallpaper in the hallway, the two main ones at the seams. There are also light scuffs on the other surfaces

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Save or Splurge: We switch on two fabulous floor-lamp designs

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home and gardens

Garden Q&A: Why are my camellia buds dropping before opening?

Female cleans a dirty wall at home with professional rag

home and gardens

The off-white walls in my kitchen are badly marked up. What can I do to freshen them up?

Five of the best Instagram accounts for small-space interior design inspiration

home and gardens

Five of the best Instagram accounts for small-space interior design inspiration

Two art sales offer a chance for collectors to spring into action

home and gardens

Two art sales offer a chance for collectors to spring into action

All that glitters: Two auctions offering silver and crystal

home and gardens

All that glitters: Two auctions offering silver and crystal

Garden Digest: Events to help you to enjoy your green spaces

home and gardens

Garden Digest: Events to help you to enjoy your green spaces

Jennifer Sheahan: How invisible tech works its magic without cluttering up our homes

home and gardens

Jennifer Sheahan: How invisible tech works its magic without cluttering up our homes

Five of the best gardening jobs to boost wellbeing in spring

Five of the best gardening jobs to boost wellbeing in spring

Kathy Slack found solace in gardening after she left her fast-paced job in advertising. Here she shares the tasks she believes boost wellbeing this season

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Ikea's wellbeing pro shares the secret to successful home rituals

Ikea's wellbeing pro shares the secret to successful home rituals

From figuring out what we want from our rooms and our day to zoning, Katie McCrory helps to unlock the potential for renewing our sense of pleasure in our living space

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Hummel flies over Heath

Peter Dowdall: Winter-flowering heather adds life to every garden

Year after year, this plant earns its keep. Right now, it's in full colour, glowing against the dark, wet soil and bark, asking for nothing more than to be left alone

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Spring fragrances for Irish homes: Expert tips for a fresh new season

Spring fragrances for Irish homes: Expert tips for a fresh new season

It’s the time of year for freshening up the home, with scented candles and diffusers being a popular part

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Overgrown grass in a garden

Garden Q&A: How should I deal with rushes growing in my lawn?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Professional staging: Meet the Irish woman helping properties sell faster for more

Professional staging: Meet the Irish woman helping properties sell faster for more

Eve Kelliher discovers what a typical day is like for Dara Carey

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Pruned rose bushes in a country rose garden after winter. Leafless rose stems await summer. Soil insulation with sawdust

Garden Q&A: My rose bush is still bare in February. Is it alive?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Interior design: Three must-reads to inspire spring home revamps

Interior design: Three must-reads to inspire spring home revamps

We help you open a new chapter to get projects underway by checking out the best of the new and classic publications on the shelves

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Auctions: Gothic horror, vampire chic and lots of coffins

Auctions: Gothic horror, vampire chic and lots of coffins

No less than 14 coffins up for grabs in Laois sale

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Houses and catherdral in Cobh, Ireland

Ireland's terraced homes: From Georgian elegance to modern appeal

The fascinating history and modern realities of terrace homes.

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Garden Digest: Events to help you to enjoy your green spaces

Garden Digest: Events to help you to enjoy your green spaces

Here are some ideas on what to do in the room outside right now

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

The big changes to SEAI grants for heat pumps, windows, and doors

The big changes to SEAI grants for heat pumps, windows, and doors

Kya deLongchamps is passionate about three stand-out improvements in the SEAI managed awards this Valentine’s Day. Here’s her second report on your need-to-know.

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

bleeding heart

Peter Dowdall: The Valentine's Day plant picks that make perfect gifts

'Sometimes the most thoughtful gestures are the ones that last beyond a single day'

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Jennifer Sheahan: How renovating in phases can get you into your dream home

Jennifer Sheahan: How renovating in phases can get you into your dream home

While doing the work in stages can be more expensive overall, nowadays it is often the only option for many. Here's how it's done

Tue, 10 Feb, 2026

Private residential home interiors and exteriors.

How to use new SEAI grants to make your home energy-efficient and save money

SEAI experts answer homeowners’ toughest questions on grants, costs, BER reports and how to prioritise energy upgrades on a budget

Sun, 08 Feb, 2026

Amanda Holden: 'My collection is a reflection of me and my style'

Amanda Holden: 'My collection is a reflection of me and my style'

It's London calling as Home Editor Eve Kelliher enjoys a preview of the actor and broadcaster's new furniture range

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

How Bridgerton can fire up a sizzling spring home interiors makeover

How Bridgerton can fire up a sizzling spring home interiors makeover

No doubt about it, we are loving our regencycore, mixing the elegance of Georgian design with modern maximalism

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Affordable art and an expensive rarity at sales at Adam's and de Veres

Affordable art and an expensive rarity at sales at Adam's and de Veres

Sales might suit those wanting to dip their toe into the market

Sat, 07 Feb, 2026

Garden Digest: Events to help you to enjoy your room outside

Garden Digest: Events to help you to enjoy your room outside

Check out all the garden visits, tours, talks, events, campaigns and online resources for the room outside

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Wish List: Landscape, lavender and love hearts add layers of meaning

Wish List: Landscape, lavender and love hearts add layers of meaning

Eight amazing buys to add zest and cheer to every room in our home this February

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

woman installing new hood filter at kitchen

How to keep your home smelling sweet and boost indoor air quality

Air exchanges from outdoors are at the heart of a healthy home

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Save or Splurge? Two-piece kitchen pan sets cook up interest

Save or Splurge? Two-piece kitchen pan sets cook up interest

As decluttering season approaches, it's time to invest in something new with plenty of functionality and good looks

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Jennifer Sheahan: How to pick paint for your home exterior

Jennifer Sheahan: How to pick paint for your home exterior

Giving your home an outdoor makeover is satisfying, but choosing paint can be tricky. Here are our must-read guidelines

Tue, 03 Feb, 2026

Rose garden

Garden Q&A: Is it too late to move a rose in February?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Mahonia bealei / Leatherleaf Mahonia / Beale’s barberry / Berberis Bealei

Peter Dowdall: What to do in the garden this February

'Colour is scarce, flowers are fleeting, and what’s left standing has to earn its place. The plants that matter now are the ones that give shape, shelter and continuity'

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

'I didn't hold back': See inside Cork interior designer Cathy Angelini's home

'I didn't hold back': See inside Cork interior designer Cathy Angelini's home

Home Editor Eve Kelliher discovers how an iconic Hollywood house, Taylor Swift and vintage style inspire Cork interior architect Cathy Angelini

Sun, 01 Feb, 2026

Peter Dowdall: Our garden isn't separate from the world beyond the fence

Peter Dowdall: Our garden isn't separate from the world beyond the fence

The Garden & Landscape Designers Association seminar on February 28 will focus on how plants boost everything from soil health and water quality to pollination, climate regulation and human wellbeing

Sun, 01 Feb, 2026

Outdoor sitting area fire pit in a chilly New York backyard in the fall. Enjoy landscaping, foliage and beauty while staying war

Peter Dowdall: Winter is an ideal time add the wow factor to gardens

'Winter strips the garden back. The bones of the garden are suddenly visible, and the space naturally feels more relaxed.

Sat, 31 Jan, 2026

Cork auction features antiques from convent and Bishopstown and Rochestown residences

Cork auction features antiques from convent and Bishopstown and Rochestown residences

Des O'Sullivan previews Woodward's first sale of 2026 in Cork

Sat, 31 Jan, 2026

Antiques: Everything from card tables and Dresden bowls to a Morris Minor

Antiques: Everything from card tables and Dresden bowls to a Morris Minor

Des O'Sullivan previews a busy week of auctions offering interest and value to collectors

Sat, 31 Jan, 2026

bloming gladiolus field

Garden Digest: Events to enjoy your green space in February

Check out all the garden visits, tours, talks, events, campaigns and online resources for the room outside

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Interior of living area of modern home extension with skylight and large patio doors

Home Q&A: All you need to know about your property's oil tank

Many homeowners inherit an oil tank when purchasing an older property, writes Kya deLongchamps

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Home: See how interior designer Jackie Tracey curates living spaces

Home: See how interior designer Jackie Tracey curates living spaces

Jennifer Sheahan talks to interior designer Jackie Tracey and visits her new home and interiors store Jaqi

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Turn on the style: Pick the the perfect taps for your kitchen

Turn on the style: Pick the the perfect taps for your kitchen

Thirst trap or a super-tap? Kya deLongchamps shares the secret to knowing when to splash out

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Kenilworth Residence

Back to the future as the 1980s interior design trends take over

Shoulder pads and power suits to the ready as we reconsider our concept of a vintage roomscape

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

In the kitchen: Our top three super sink organisers

In the kitchen: Our top three super sink organisers

From innovative designs to wall-mounted storage, here is a selection of investment pieces and bargains that make a clean sweep

Tue, 27 Jan, 2026

Modern loft style concrete patio for sitting and drinking coffee.

Garden Q&A: What's the best way to deal with moss on my lawn?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

Wish List: Eight buys to add colour and comfort to our home

Wish List: Eight buys to add colour and comfort to our home

Mary Cate Smith seeks sublime seating, has a yen for a yoga mat, and eyes cool canine accessories

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Antiques: Extraordinary objects at New York's Winter Show

Antiques: Extraordinary objects at New York's Winter Show

The Winter Show offers an array of objects distinguished not only by quality and rarity but by depth of scholarly research and provenance

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Prampolini abstract, Scott lithograph and Warhol Marilyns at Lismore sale

Prampolini abstract, Scott lithograph and Warhol Marilyns at Lismore sale

Among the other artists in the auction are Matisse, Sean Keating, Charles Tyrrell, Joan Miro, Norman McCaig, Maurice MacGonigal, Patricia Jorgensen and Henry Moore

Sat, 24 Jan, 2026

Modern and minimal stylish living room with furniture and large round window, 3d rendering

How to select a spiral staircase style to suit your home

A tightly proportioned upright shot, the major advantage of standard spiral stairs is space-saving

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

Close up the rat in dry leaf background. Animal contagious disease concept.

Home Q&A: Can I rid my house of mice without using traps or poisons?

Kya deLongchamps shares advice on (kind) mouse management

Wed, 21 Jan, 2026

planting broad bean seeds west sussex allotment in February

The 10 must-do gardening jobs for February

And it doesn’t just have to be outdoors. If the ground is too hard, there’s plenty to do inside — from sowing seeds to tending plants

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Beautiful red amaryllis flowers on table in room

Garden Q&A: How can I perk up my amaryllis flowers?

Whether you're a gardening beginner or expert, Irish Examiner columnist Peter Dowdall has the answer to your questions

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Jennifer Sheahan: Five design ideas from Maison et Objet 2026 for our homes

Jennifer Sheahan: Five design ideas from Maison et Objet 2026 for our homes

From hidden pianos to invisible electrical plates, the biggest names in international design showcase exciting pieces

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Wish List: Cool colours, desks that declutter, and refreshing rugs

Wish List: Cool colours, desks that declutter, and refreshing rugs

Esther McCarthy looks for ways to liven up a room in seconds, from lighting to paintings and furniture

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

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