Roost Episode 4: Watch for living room flooring ideas and WIN a Swyft sofa

Get ready for Roost episode 4, which has the lowdown on living room flooring, outdoor kitchen inspiration and the best green color pairings. Plus, enter our competition to win a Swyft two-seater sofa.

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(Image credit: Lundhs)

Roost episode 4 is live and the show has lots of home improvement ideas for you to peruse, from outdoor kitchens to expert tips on green paint trend. We'll also reveal the best living room flooring ideas, whether it's an adults-only living room for watching movies with glasses of wine; or the hub of family life used by toddlers, pets and adults alike.

And, for UK viewers, one lucky reader has the chance to win a two seater sofa from Swyft in this week’s competition. Entering couldn't be simpler – all you have to do is watch and then answer the question below.

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(Image credit: Malcolm Menzies)

Watch Roost Episode 4

So what exactly is in Roost episode 4? Well, we cover three of the best choices for flooring in your living space, so you'll feel equipped to choose the perfect flooring for your space.

Flooring can have a dramatic impact on the overall feel of a living room, which makes picking a timeless and durable floor an important and exciting decision. 

We'll weigh up the pros and cons of each type of flooring, from choosing carpet to going bare with floorboards.

Next up, find plenty of green scheme ideas, from the best green paint to our favorite green and pink combo. There's so much scope with this color - and a lot of opportunity to have fun.

Connected to nature, it’s said that green rooms evoke feelings of balance and make us feel positive. Plus, because green is at the center of the color wheel, you can combine it with both warm and cool hues.

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(Image credit: Damian Russel)

And finally, we'll explore ultra-desirable outdoor kitchens so you're equipped to cook up a storm at your next garden party this spring/summer. And why not include one of these BBQs from our best barbecues guide?

And the best news? An outdoor kitchen can be done on as low or high a budget as you like. From bespoke designs with built-in storage to modular and even DIY styles, you can create an outdoor kitchen regardless of the size of your garden.

So, put your feet up and enjoy Roost episode 4:

Win a Swyft sofa

In the fourth episode of Roost, we're giving away a two-seater Model 03 sofa from Swyft. All you need to do to enter is watch the episode and fill in the form below.

Jenny McFarlane

I'm Jenny McFarlane and I'm Senior Digital Editor working across five amazing interiors titles, including Livingetc, Homes and Gardens, Ideal Home, Gardeningetc and Real Homes. I also work on the brands' homes video show, on the Future Homes Network, which is packed full of ideas to help you make the most of your home and garden.


After studying for a textiles degree at university, I lived and worked in the arts in Washington DC. On returning to the UK I kickstarted my career on women's and lifestyle titles such as InStyle, Red, Handbag.com, SUITCASE and LUXE City Guides. Fast forward 5 years on and I was heading up the content strategy and digital presence on interiors brands Good Homes, Grand Designs and ICON.


When it comes to my home's style, I relish finding unique pieces and collecting wall art. I love finding bits that remind me of home (Ireland), places I've visited and things that inspire me or make me feel happy, interspersing them with photos of my favourite humans and postcards from here, there and everywhere.