hristmas? Lookno further than your local DIY store. It's easier than you thinkto transform your space from drab to fab. By selecting the rightpaint for each area, it's possible to revive items that youthought were beyond help.* For tatty cupboards, use Furniture and Cupboard Paint, even aneasy job such as this can make tired furniture look as good asnew.* A coat of paint can really perk up an old radiator. Get someRadiator Enamel Aerosol and spray on the solution. It isdesigned specifically for changing temperatures, so won't yellowor flake with the heat.* If you are looking for a white wonderland, and all you've gotis a drab dated mess, use Tile Paint. You don't need to rip outold tiles, just paint over the top.* If you've had a leak which has resulted in stains on the wall,the answer is Stain Block Paint. Once the problem has beenfixed, paint over the patch and leav...

...e to dry. The resultingstain-free surface can then be painted over with a normalemulsion.A new looking bathroom for only £45!If you have a bit left in your budget for a few finishingtouches, check out these simple ideas:* A mirror hung opposite a focal point such as a window, candouble its effectiveness, providing a view of a feature fromseveral vantage points. * New towels folded neatly in a wicker basket will give yourbathroom a fresh homely feel.* Put scented candles in the bathroom and light one when youhave guests. Not only will it create a cosy atmosphere, yourbathroom will smell beautiful too.* The scruffiest-looking basin can gain a whole new lease oflife with a set of shiny chrome taps. * Hang a chandelier or wall sconce for a hint of decadence.* Adorn bathroom shelves with gorgeous glass accessories andfill them with bath salts, and delicious cinnamon and orangesmelling lotions and potions for a delicious Christmas aroma.Follow these tips and you will be on the long and happy road tobathroom bliss this Christmas....