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Rachel's Renovations
Rachel has been renovating her own home since 2021, tackling painting, wallpapering and even carpentry. As well as DIY fun she's also a fan of bargain buys and nifty home hacks. Her column is dedicated to bringing useful advice from her house to yours.
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