Man Finds Massive Gap Under Wallpaper, Reddit Offers Fixes
A homeowner stripping wallpaper discovered a large cavity behind plastic trim. Reddit users suggested expanding foam and trim to fix it.
Category : Property
Fury as Hatton Garden 'heist themed bar' threatens jewellers
A historic Hatton Garden jewellers faces demolition for a heist-themed bar. George Katz, 86, whose father founded the shop after fleeing Nazi Europe, calls the plans 'ghoulish'.
Rare 50p coin sold for 230 times face value - check your change
A rare Kew Gardens 50p coin sold for £115 on eBay, 230 times its face value, and it could be in your change. With only 210,000 in circulation, check your coins now.
Man's DIY Wallpaper Removal Reveals Massive Gap
A man stripping wallpaper at home discovered a massive gap between the wall and window frame, hidden by plastic trim, and shared his dilemma on Reddit.
Wirral stately home with lake on sale for £2.25m
A 170-year-old grade II-listed manor house in Thornton Hough, Wirral, with 22 acres of grounds and a private lake, is on the market for £2.25m.
What I Own: Doncaster home cost £268k, water bill pricey
Danielle Pearce bought the 17th-century Doncaster home she dreamed of as a child for £268,000. She shares the costs, renovations, and plans to move to France.
SUVs Are Now the Normal Family Car, Supersizing Roads
SUVs have become the default family car in the UK, reshaping roads and parking spaces. This trend reflects consumer choice but raises concerns about safety and environmental impact.
Soho flat feels 'like a hostel' due to short-term lets
A Soho resident says his block feels 'like a hostel' because of a short-term let above him, prompting nightly noise and disruption.
London leavers: top 20 home county hotspots for people quitting capital
More than 420,000 people quit London in a year, with Buckinghamshire the top home county destination, attracting 11,414 new arrivals, according to ONS data.
Victorian Villa in Dunoon Woodland for Sale at £775,000
Abbots Brae, a Victorian villa in Dunoon, Argyll and Bute, is listed for offers over £775,000. It includes six bedrooms, a cottage, and two acres of woodland.
Northumberland cottage with views on sale for £725,000
Lauder Cottage, a versatile farm cottage in Stocksfield, Northumberland, is on the market for £725,000, featuring far-reaching views, a converted barn, and modern amenities.
UK air con home searches double amid heatwaves
Searches for UK homes with air conditioning rose 104% between May 1 and July 31, as five heatwaves hit the country, with temperatures reaching 38C.
Wandsworth rejects £128m bid to keep Hammersmith Bridge open
Wandsworth Council has refused to support a £128 million funding bid to keep Hammersmith Bridge open to pedestrians, cyclists and river traffic, saying it falls short of what residents want.
Former Salford pub's HMO plan divides locals
Plans to turn The Bridgewater pub in Eccles into a 19-bed HMO for working professionals have sparked debate, with some mourning the pub's loss and others welcoming affordable housing.
Retro Scottish cottage with boating pond and island for sale
A unique Scottish Highlands home with 1970s interiors, a boating pond with island, and colourful gardens has hit the market for offers over £320,000.
Cardiff City Worth £70m-£80m After Promotion
A year after failed takeover bids, Cardiff City's value is now estimated at £70m-£80m, up from £26m, driven by promotion, young talent, and infrastructure.
Newcastle 21-Storey Student Tower Set for Approval
Plans to replace Newcastle's Hadrian House with a 21-storey student tower, part of a £60m regeneration, are recommended for approval.
Mortgage arrears and repossessions fall, data shows
Mortgage arrears and repossessions fell in Q2 2026, but landlord possession claims rose 6%, according to UK Finance and Ministry of Justice figures.
Property Investor Lending Drops Sharply in Australia
Lending to property investors in Australia fell sharply in June, a small step towards a fairer housing market, according to an expert.
Ferrari showroom rebuild approved despite objections
Kensington and Chelsea councillors approved rebuilding Ferrari's former showroom with a six-storey office block despite residents' objections over its size and height.
Fence disputes: legal rights when neighbour's fence needs replacing
Property experts explain legal rights for boundary fence disputes, including title deed 'T' marks and maintenance responsibilities in England and Wales.
Carnbroe housing development approved by councillors
North Lanarkshire Council's planning committee unanimously approved Taylor Wimpey's 125-house development on Carnbroe Road, subject to conditions and an education contribution.
New 'much-needed' homes coming to Broughton community
A new housing estate geared towards the orthodox Jewish community could soon be coming to Higher Broughton, Salford, with 24 terraced homes and an apartment block proposed.
UK homes take 30 days to sell on average, with Glasgow fastest
Glasgow, Worcester and Belfast are the fastest-selling UK cities, with homes in Glasgow agreeing sales in as little as 11 days, while the national average is 30 days.
Mani's Stockport home listed for £1.05m
The five-bedroom Heaton Moor home of late Stone Roses bassist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield is on the market for £1.05 million, following the deaths of Mani and his wife Imelda.
Rangers' Driouech deal in jeopardy after medical issue
Rangers' £7million move for PSV winger Couhaib Driouech is at risk after his medical revealed a slight injury, prompting the club to consider alternatives.
Solicitor warns neighbours can legally challenge doorbell cameras
A property solicitor warns that owning a home doesn't give full freedom; neighbours can legally challenge five common actions, including doorbell cameras.
Property solicitor warns neighbours can challenge work on your land
A solicitor warns homeowners that owning property does not give complete freedom, as neighbours can legally challenge extensions, fences, trees, CCTV, and access changes.
Felling police station and school flats plan approved
Gateshead Council approves plans to convert a former police station and school in Felling into 14 flats, intended for affordable rent, despite falling short of legal affordable housing requirements.
Consett rage room seeks retrospective planning permission
Rage It Out in Consett has submitted a retrospective planning application after internal alterations created distinct activity zones for rage room and axe-throwing sessions.
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