We are building storage cupboards either side of the fireplace in the study. I would like to cover the doors with a wallpaper that looks like books that I have seen in magazines, can you help me with a supplier?

We are building storage cupboards either side of the fireplace in the study. I would like to cover the doors with a wallpaper that looks like books that I have seen in magazines, can you help me with a supplier?

The paper you need is Bibliotheque or Library, both by Brunschwig & Fils. Give them a call for their agents or nearest stockist on 0207 3515797.

I would like to use oversized wooden letters on my bathroom wall to spell out a word, such as bath or water. Can I use such letters in a steamy atmosphere?

Yes, you can, but we would advise that if you buy gilded letters. You coat them with spray varnish to seal them as moisture could tarnish the metal.

We want to replace some damaged, wooden keyhole covers on the doors of our Victorian house. Where we can find replacements?

Derek Thomson of HoHo Design used to make replacements and usually carries a small range in stock. He can be contacted on 01464 821111.

We have just bought an antique style leather sofa from our local auction rooms. Do you have any tips to keep it in good condition?

To keep leather furniture supple and clean, dust it regularly and occasionally rub in hide food. Keep your sofa away from open fires and radiators, as these will dry it out.

We have polished wooden floors throughout the ground floor of our property which looks wonderful but we have trouble with rugs slipping, which can be dangerous. Do you have any suggestions to secure the rugs?

Anti-slip underlay can be purchased in a variety of sizes which you could use under more expensive rugs. Cheap rugs can be coated on the underside with PVA adhesive, which dries to form a rubbery coating.

I have used dozens of scented candles and I now have a box full of empty glass candle containers. I would like to refill them but new candles generally do not fit. Is there a supplier of scented wax and wicks?

Contact a company called The Candle Makers Supplies. It is at 28, Blythe Road, London W14OHA, telephone number 0207 6024031. It is Europe's largest suppliers of candle-making materials, including moulds, wicks, colours and scents.