GO TO THE DARK SIDE

If your dog often comes home muddy after a long walk, consider adding a dado rail to your hallway and painting the area below using a product that can be cleaned, such as Colours Washable & Scrubbable emulsion, £15 for 5L or Dulux Easycare, £32 for 5L, both from B&Q. Easy-toclean vinyl flooring is also a wise choice if you have pets.