Inside Out 2010

It’s definitely time for a spring clean. With balmier days ahead, we’re opening up the curtains, letting the outside in and having a good long look at all those nooks and crannies that have been crying out for a makeover all winter. The housing market seems to be picking up, too, so some of us will be making those all-important home improvements, ready for the estate agents’ nod of approval. Whether you want to just paint the kitchen cupboards or build a whole new eco-friendly extension, you’ll find the following pages packed with inspiring ideas and expert advice from those in the know. And our comprehensive directory to the best local shops, services and suppliers means that you’ll never need the Yellow Pages again.