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Welcome to the Barkers Home of Interiors blog, your go-to destination for home design inspiration, practical renovation advice, and the latest interior trends.

Whether you’re embarking on a complete kitchen or bathroom overhaul, looking for expert styling tips, or simply hunting for ideas to refresh your living space, our team is here to guide you. Explore our latest articles, trend forecasts, and insider design secrets.

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 October 21, 2026

Bathroom Wall Panels vs Tiles: An Honest 2026 Comparison from a Showroom That Sells Both

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 October 21, 2026

Shaker vs Handleless Kitchens: Which Style Suits Your Kent Home? (2026 Guide)

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 October 21, 2026

Do You Need a Kitchen Designer? What a Kitchen Design Service Includes and Costs in Kent (2026 Guide

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 October 21, 2026

How Much Does Kitchen Fitting Cost in 2026? UK Fitter Prices, Day Rates and What Is Included

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 August 31, 2026

How to Plan a Kitchen Renovation: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kent Homeowners (2026)

A new kitchen is the single biggest change most people make to their home, and it is also the...

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 August 31, 2026

Accessible Bathrooms in Kent: How to Design for Safety and Style (2026 Guide)

The short answer. An accessible bathroom is a bathroom designed so that someone with limited...

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 July 31, 2026

How Much Does a Wet Room Cost in Kent? (2026 Prices)

Thinking about turning a tired bathroom into a sleek, walk-in wet room but have no real idea what...

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 July 31, 2026

How Long Does a Kitchen Renovation Take? A Kent Homeowner's Guide (2026)

By the design team at Barkers Home of Interiors, Maidstone | Updated August 2026 You have...

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 June 29, 2026

Small Bathroom Ideas for Kent Homes: 12 Space-Saving Designs That Actually Work

12 small bathroom ideas that work in compact UK homes. See wall-hung vanities, walk-in showers...

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 June 29, 2026

Wet Room vs Walk-In Shower vs Bathroom: Which Wins?

Wet room vs walk-in shower vs traditional bathroom: compare cost, access and resale value, then...

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 May 29, 2026

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Kent 2026: A Realistic Budget Breakdown

Planning a new kitchen and unsure what it will really cost? A kitchen renovation cost in Kent...

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 May 19, 2026

Spa Bathroom Ideas: How to Create a Wellness Retreat at Home

Spa Bathroom Ideas: How to Create a Wellness Retreat at Home

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Ayse Smart


After seeing lots of online adverts, we decided to visit the Barkers Showroom today and were pleasantly surprised. We’re currently looking for a new bathroom and needed some inspiration, and the showroom certainly didn’t disappoint.
There were lots of lovely displays and different setups to look...

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Yasmin Graham


Really nice, well thought out show room. Nice to see something different in the Kent area. I walked in just curious as to what the building was and Josh made me feel super welcome, at ease and was very helpful.

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Kate Parker


Couldn’t fault Barkers Home of Interiors. Excellent staff who were very helpful and professional. The set up allows for you to completely renovate your entire home without needing to go anywhere else without compromising on quality. We have just purchased tiles for our downstairs hallway and...

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