Home improvements

How green really is Ikea’s new London store?
Ikea Greenwich opens today, and the furniture giant claims it's its 'first leading sustainable store in the UK.' What does that mean for eco-friendly shoppers?

The most common problems people have with new bathrooms
Find out the top bathroom installation problems, plus advice on how to avoid them and what to do if you have an issue with the fitting of your new bathroom.

Three steps to getting the best underfloor heating for your home
Facing crawling out of bed and getting ready for work on these dark and cold January mornings is enough of a shock to the system, without stepping onto an icy-cold...

Which? reveals the best double glazing companies for 2019
We've asked 2,152 double glazing customers to rate the double glazing company they used. It's enabled us to rate big-name companies Anglain, Everest and Safestyle.

Black Friday’s best DIY deals
From tech to fashion, retail brands are cutting prices on anything and everything this weekend, and the world of home improvements is no exception. We’ve asked the biggest DIY and...

Three things you should tell your trader ahead of a home improvement project
Which? reveals the three most important pieces of information your trader needs to know to help you get the best result for your home improvement project or repairs.

We’ve uncovered even more unsafe carbon monoxide alarms
Find out what our latest tests into carbon monoxide alarms have discovered, including some alarms that fail to detect CO and could pose a risk to life.

Which? launches CO alarm give-away
Does your home have a Best Buy carbon monoxide alarm?

Five burglar alarm buying tips revealed
Are you considering buying a burglar alarm? Which? expert advice on what five things you should consider, including types of alarms and alarm features, plus tips from burglar alarm owners on what it's worth spending your money on.

52% of people have been cold called by someone claiming to be a trader
More than half of the 1,645 people we spoke to have been cold called by a trader. Discover what common tactics rogue traders use to reel you in, and read our advice on how to find a reliable trader in your area.